How to make homemade bird fat balls - David Domoney

lard

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable shortening

Coconut oil is plant-based and offers a healthier fat option.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and often cheaper.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are a cost-effective dried fruit option.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often cheaper than mixed nuts.

Melt the lard in a saucepan over low heat.

Mix in the bird seed until well combined.

Pour the mixture into molds or cups.

Allow to cool and solidify before placing outside for the birds.

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