edible play clay

this is a snack recipe that we developed at home. before making this, review the materials -- be aware that kids with food allergies cannot make this because of the ingredients.

Materials: see notes below regarding amounts

• 1 cup nonfat powdered milk
• 1 cup instant "quick" oats
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 3/4 cup honey
• 1cinnamon, raisins, craisins, shelled nuts, sunflower seeds, etc. keep it healthy!

in a medium mixing bowl, combine the powdered milk and oats.

in a large measuring cup, measure the honey, then add peanut butter to make 1-3/4 cups. mix well.

slowly add the honey and peanut butter mix to the powdered milk and oats. mix well.

make sure the kids' hands are washed well, and dry. have them take turns mixing the play clay with their hands.

divide the play clay equally between the kids (dont forget to save some for yourself). have fun making shapes and decorating them with the "extra" ingredients!

Notes:

• the amounts will vary with temperature and humidity. if the clay seems too sticky, gradually add more powdered milk and oats. if it is too dry, gradually add peanut butter. if it gets too crumbly, add honey sparingly -- too much honey will make it sticky and hard to clean up.
• you can eat this as is. it does not have to be cooked, baked, or anything else. if it is NOT going to be eaten right away, make sure you bag it.