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Salt Dough Ornaments

Create Charming Salt Dough Ornaments for a Cozy Winter Solstice

Craft delightful Salt Dough Ornaments for winter celebrations, a fun and creative way to embrace the Winter Solstice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 10 ornaments
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use whole wheat for a rustic twist
  • 1 cup Table Salt Sea salt works too
  • 3/4 cup Warm Water Warm—not hot—water ensures a smooth consistency
For Optional Decorations
  • Non-Toxic Acrylic Paints Ideal for bringing your Salt Dough Ornaments to life
  • Natural Herbs or Textures Press them into the dough for unique designs
  • Varnish Seal your finished ornaments

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • cookie cutters
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Straw or Skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Simple Salt Dough Ornaments
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 cup of table salt. Stir until evenly blended.
  2. Slowly pour in 3/4 cup of warm water into the dry mixture while continuously stirring to prevent clumping.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Roll the kneaded dough out to a thickness of about 1/4 inch and cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
  5. Use a straw or skewer to poke small holes at the top of each ornament for hanging.
  6. Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C) and bake the ornaments for 2 to 3 hours until hard and dry.
  7. Allow the ornaments to cool completely for about 30 minutes before decorating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ornament

Notes

Ensure ornaments are stored in a cool, dry place, and remember that salt dough is not edible.

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