How to Make an Oat Bird Cake

This is a bird cake based on oats. It's a good one to make for the winter season, when bird food becomes more scarce. Place in your garden as part of caring for the birds that visit you.

Ingredients

  • 5 cups rolled oats
  • 200 gm dripping/lard/solid vegetable fat
  • 2 cups honey or sugary jam

Steps

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    In a large bowl, add the oats and pour in the honey or jam. Mix to turn into a soft consistency.
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    Add the dripping or whichever solid fat you are using. Mix through to a smooth consistency.
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    Leave the cake to set.
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    Cut the cake into portions. Slide several portions into a netting bag or set out on a feeding plate.
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    Place out for the birds to enjoy. Replenish as needed.

Things You'll Need

  • Mixing bowl
  • Mixing implement
  • Netting bag or serving plate

Sources and Citations

  • Based on a recipe from the Mt. Bruce Bird Sanctuary, New Zealand, (1992).

Article Info

Categories: Feeding Birds