Chocolate Scented Playdough

• 1 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup salt
• 1/2 tablespoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup boiling water

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine flour, cocoa powder, salt and cream of tartar. Add vegetable oil and boiling water and mix well. Cook, stirring frequently, until mixture forms a soft dough. Remove from heat and let cool. When mixture has cooled, continue to knead with your hands for a few minutes. Store mixture in an airtight container. Kids will enjoy creating shapes and characters with this sweet-smelling playdough! It can not hurt the kids if they taste it. Makes 2 cups.

By Jan from Suring, WI