Play Dough Ice Cream recipe
Ice Cream Play Dough is a fun, edible craft that mimics real ice cream without melting, perfect for pretend play. With just a 2-ingredient recipe, it helps kids improve their fine motor skills while enjoying the softest play dough.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 kids
Calories 750 kcal
Mixing bowl
Dough hook attachment (for the mixer)
Scoop or spoon
Ice cream maker (optional for creating swirls)
Serving vessel (e.g., cones, small bowls)
Plastic wrap or airtight container (for storing)
Cookie cutters and small brushes (optional for decoration)
- 1 ¼ C. flour
- 1 batch plenty for 2 kids
- Can of frosting like Pillsbury Pink Lemonade flavor, which smelled divine!
- Dry Ingredients
- Salt a pinch
- Powdered sugar
- Cornmeal optional
- Liquids and Color
- Water
- Food coloring or food dye optional
- Additional Information
- Pre-made frosting makes it super easy to put together.
Step 1: Mix the Ingredients
Stir the frosting and flour together.
Step 2: Knead the Dough
Knead the mixture until it forms a dough.
If it’s sticky, add a little more flour until it no longer sticks to your hands.
If the dough is stiff, add a couple of drops of water to reach the right consistency.
Step 3: Add Powdered Sugar
Gradually mix in the powdered sugar in slow increments using the dough hook attachment on your mixer.
Make sure to keep scraping the sides of the bowl.
Mix until the dough has the texture of hard ice cream.
Step 4: Repeat for Other Flavors
You can repeat the process for each ice cream flavor you want to make.
Step 5: Fill the Cones
Place the doughs in a container and use a scoop or spoon to fill cones.
Finally, top them with sprinkles or other toppings of your choice.
Storage: Keep the Play Dough Ice Cream in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap to avoid drying out. It can last for weeks when stored properly.
Customization: Kids can use their imagination to create various flavors and add toppings like sprinkles, chocolate sauce, and more.
Nutrition Value (Per Serving)
Calories: Approx. 200-300 calories per serving (based on how much dough is used)
Fat: 8-12g
Carbs: 30-40g
Sugar: 15-25g
Protein: 2-4g
Information Used:
Quantities: 1 1/4 C. flour, 1 batch, Can of frosting, powdered sugar, water, food coloring.
Time: 10-15 minutes.
Equipment: Mixer, Scoop, Ice cream maker.
Serving size: 2 kids.
Cost estimate: $5-$8.
Cuisines: American, Kid-Friendly.
Keyword Play Dough Ice Cream