Best 3 Ready To Serve Hummingbird Food Recipes

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**Hummingbird Food: A Sweet Treat for Your Feathered Friends**

Hummingbirds, with their mesmerizing aerial acrobatics and vibrant colors, are a delight to watch. If you want to attract these tiny marvels to your garden, offering them a delectable treat like homemade hummingbird food is a surefire way to win their hearts. Our collection of ready-to-serve hummingbird food recipes provides a variety of options to cater to your hummingbirds' preferences and keep them coming back for more. From the classic sugar-water recipe to unique blends infused with fruits, flowers, and herbs, these recipes are not only easy to make but also packed with the essential nutrients hummingbirds need to thrive. Let's dive into the world of hummingbird food and explore the flavors that will make your feathered friends sing with joy.

Let's cook with our recipes!

READY-TO-SERVE HUMMINGBIRD FOOD



Ready-To-Serve Hummingbird Food image

I like making small batches of hummingbird food so I stay in the habit of cleaning the feeder regularly...but this recipe easily doubles or triples and the extra can be stored in the refrigerator.

Provided by LiaPeach

Categories     Low Protein

Time 3m

Yield 3/4 cup, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
boiling water
ice cube

Steps:

  • Add the sugar to a measuring cup.
  • Add enough boiling water to come up to the 1/2 cup mark. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add ice cubes to raise the level of the water to 3/4 cup. Stir until the ice is melted and the hummingbird food is at the proper temperature to serve immediately!

HUMMINGBIRD FOOD



Hummingbird Food image

This is such an easy recipe. I don't add any food color to this as I've heard it's not good for the little birds. Do not use honey or other types of sugar, the birds cannot digest them. Also if you have trouble with ants you can now get a little item that has ant repellent in it that doesn't harm the birds. I have one on my hummer feeder.

Provided by Chef Joey Z.

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 cups filtered water
1 cup regular white sugar (Organic if possible)

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil.
  • Take the water off the heat and add the sugar.
  • Stir to dissolve completely.
  • Let the nectar cool.
  • Place in a clean hummingbird feeder and hang outside for the birds.
  • Note:.
  • Change the food at least every three to five days with a new batch to keep it fresh. Remember don't use food coloring.
  • Check the bird feeder regularly and every time you change the food to see if any gray mold has formed inside the feeder base, or, any ants have crawled inside to get at the sugar water.
  • If you see any take the feeder down and throw the bird food away. It's not good for the birds to drink this. Chances are they won't drink it anyway.
  • Clean the hummingbird feeder by rinsing with warm water. Then, put a few drops of bleach into the water inside the feeder and clean with a bottle brush.
  • Once clean, rinse thoroughly with fresh water and let dry.
  • Fill up with new food and place outside.
  • The birds will love you for it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 774, Sodium 30.4, Carbohydrate 200, Sugar 199.6

HUMMINGBIRD CAKE



Hummingbird Cake image

Rumor has it, this crowd-pleasing Hummingbird cake got its name because every bite makes you hum with delight.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 17

Nonstick vegetable spray
All-purpose flour, for pans
3 cups self-rising flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
2 very ripe large bananas, mashed
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 large eggs, beaten
1 pound (1 box) confectioners' sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk, or more if needed
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray and flour three 8-by-2-inch round cake pans, tapping out excess flour; set aside.
  • Prepare the cake; in a large bowl, stir to combine self-rising flour, sugar, oil, pecans, bananas, pineapple, vanilla, cinnamon, and eggs.
  • Divide batter evenly between prepared pans, smoothing with an offset spatula. Bake, rotating pans halfway through, until the tops spring back when gently pressed with your fingertips, 26 to 28 minutes.
  • Transfer pans to a wire rack to cool 10 minutes. Invert cakes onto wire rack. Re-invert cakes and let them cool completely, top sides up.
  • Prepare the frosting; in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine sugar, cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon milk on medium speed until frosting is smooth. If needed, add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, to achieve the proper spreading consistency.
  • Using a serrated knife, trim tops of cakes to make level. Place four strips of parchment paper around perimeter of a serving plate or lazy Susan. Place the first layer on the cake plate. Spread the top of the first layer with 1/4 of the frosting. Place the second layer on top and repeat process with another 1/4 of the frosting. Place the remaining layer on top of the second layer bottom side up. Spread entire cake with remaining frosting. Sprinkle the top with pecans. Remove parchment paper strips; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ingredients: Use fresh, ripe fruit and high-quality sugar. Overripe fruit can ferment and spoil the food, while low-quality sugar can contain impurities that can be harmful to hummingbirds.
  • Make the food in small batches: Hummingbird food can spoil quickly, so it's best to make it in small batches that you can use up within a few days.
  • Use a clean feeder: Hummingbird feeders should be cleaned regularly to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria. Wash the feeder with hot soapy water, rinse it thoroughly, and let it dry completely before refilling it.
  • Place the feeder in a shady spot: Hummingbirds prefer to feed in shady areas, so place the feeder in a spot that is protected from the sun.
  • Monitor the feeder regularly: Check the feeder every day to make sure that it is clean and that the food is fresh. If the food is cloudy or moldy, it should be discarded and replaced with fresh food.

Conclusion:

Making your own hummingbird food is a great way to attract these beautiful birds to your yard. By following these tips, you can make sure that your hummingbird food is safe and nutritious. Happy birding!

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