Playdough

OK this is obviously not a snack item but it IS a recipe so I filed it here anyway.
Once you make your own, you will never go back to buying playdough. Homemade playdough is cheaper, less sticky/messy and doesn't typically stain. You can use a gluten-free flour if needed.

2 c flour (plus up to 2 c extra)
1 c salt
4 tsp cream of tartar (actually a powder available in the spice aisle of the grocery store)

1 3/4 c warm water
3 Tbsp vegetable oil
few drops of food coloring (optional)

Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl
Heat water in microwave for about a minute
Add oil and food coloring to water
Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix well
You may need to add extra flour at this point
Turn out onto floured surface and knead
Form a ball and let it cool
Store in an airtight container for up to a month.

You can use pretty much anything you have around the house as a playdough tool. Plastic knives, small rolling pins or cylindrical blocks, cookie cutters, a garlic press, etc. Be creative!