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HOW TO MAKE BIRDSEED CAKES

April 25, 2022

I have not spent so much time in my backyard since the days of Sun-In and Coppertone.

On the days me and my sister we were not at the pool we set up an oscillating fan and rearranged the patio chaises for the optimal sun. What a difference 30 (ahem) years makes.

So last week, as I dipped my toes into the yard, I evaluated my backyard and introduced this idea.

Have you heard of it?

It is a fun way to encourage habitats in the backyard (except for Charlotte- I want her to relocate).

I picked up a bag of birdseed to encourage the birds to visit our yard.

I decided birdseed cakes were a great way to entertain my new guests.

HOW TO MAKE BIRDSEED CAKES

how to make birdseed cakes

The best part of figuring out how to make birdseed cakes is that the recipe is almost failproof.

The only thing I did not have on in my pantry was unflavored gelatin.

The second best part of these birdseed cakes was the refreshing reminder that birds (and squirrels) are not picky eaters. It was like an all-you-can-eat birdseed buffet for the birds (and squirrels).

There was no social distancing between these backyard critters.

how to make birdseed cakes

RECIPE DETAILS

The recipe is below and the preparation is the same for any cake. Just follow the directions.

The first batch was extra sticky and required more dry time. The birds did not complain.

For my first batch, I used this Made in USA mini-bundt cake form.

How cute is this birdseed (bitty bundt) cake? Keep scrolling for the recipe below.

Don’t forget the packet of unflavored gelatin.

For my second batch, I repurposed plastic trays.

how to make birdseed cakes with recycled plastic trays.

HOW TO MAKE BIRDSEED CAKES

How to make birdseed cakes for the birds (and squirrels).
Print Recipe

Equipment

  • JELLO MOLD OR FORM
  • TWINE OR STRAW TO MAKE HOLE IN CAKE TO HANG

Ingredients
  

  • 3 CUPS WILD BIRD SEED
  • 1/2 CUP BOILING WATER
  • 3 TBSP KARO SYRUP
  • PACKET UNFLAVORED GELATIN
  • 3/4 CUP FLOUR
  • COOKING SPRAY FOR MOLD

Instructions
 

  • SPRAY MOLD OR FORM WITH COOKING SPRAY
    MIX BOILED WATER AND GELATIN DISSOLVES
    ADD INGREDIENTS AND FOLD UNTIL BLENDED
    THE "BATTER" IS STICKY
    FOLD DOUGH INTO FORMS. FOR LARGER FORMS DOUBLE THE BATCH.
    SET ASIDE TO DRY 12-24 HOURS.

IDEAS FOR BIRDSEED CAKES

  • This is a fun recipe to make with kids, grandkids or nephews, or nieces.
  • This would be a fun happy hour activity with girlfriends too!
  • Supervision is needed with kids because of the hot water. The mixture cools quickly with the flour and birdseed.
  • Save plastic containers for the birdseed forms.
How to make birdseed cakes

This is a fun and inexpensive craft project (recipe). I was surprised at how much I enjoyed making these little cakes. And it gets us all outside a little bit more!

I would love it if you would pin this for others to find!

how to make birdseed cakes with plastic trays or Bundt pans.

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  1. Heather says

    May 19, 2020 at 7:36 am

    That looks like a fun (yet sticky) project! I try to repel the squirrels from our deck, they can be destructive! We still get our share though!

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  2. Katie Clooney says

    May 20, 2020 at 7:49 am

    These look like so much fun, Laura. I’m going to have some extra time on my hands this Summer and I may take a whirl at these. Hope the birds like my meals better that the Mister!

    Reply
  3. Cindy@CountyRoad407 says

    May 12, 2022 at 3:54 pm

    Thanks for sharing this on Farmhouse Friday. I love it and will be featuring it tomorrow. Hope you link up again soon. pinned

    Reply
  4. Barb says

    May 13, 2022 at 12:38 pm

    wondering how these hold up in the heat and sunshine! Fun post. Love all birds!

    Reply
    • laura says

      May 13, 2022 at 3:55 pm

      Hi Barb,
      So far so good. They have not lasted very long with the squirrels ;0)

      Reply

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