Edible Bird Food
Transform snack time into a fun and nutritious treat with this recipe for "Edible Bird Food"! Packed with wholesome ingredients like Cheerios, rolled oats, sunflower seeds, and raisins, this no-bake snack is sweetened naturally with honey and bonded together with creamy peanut butter—or your favorite nut or seed butter for allergy-friendly options. A sprinkle of mini chocolate chips adds an irresistible hint of indulgence, making it a hit with kids and adults alike. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a batch of chewy, bite-sized clusters or snack bars perfect for lunchboxes, hiking trips, or mid-afternoon cravings. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this unique "bird food" proves that healthy snacking can be both fun and delicious! Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week for grab-and-go goodness anytime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cheerios (or any oat-based cereal)
- 0.5 cups Sunflower seeds (unsalted, shelled)
- 0.25 cups Mini chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups Raisins
- 0.25 cups Honey
- 0.5 cups Peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter for allergies)
- 1 cup Rolled oats
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Cheerios, sunflower seeds, mini chocolate chips, raisins, and rolled oats. Stir until evenly distributed.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the honey and peanut butter. Microwave for 20-30 seconds or until softened and easy to mix.
Stir the honey and peanut butter mixture until smooth and well-blended.
Pour the peanut butter and honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the large bowl.
Using a spatula or your hands, mix everything together until the dry ingredients are fully coated and start clumping together.
Scoop out small spoonfuls and press them into bite-sized clusters. Alternatively, you can press the mixture evenly into a parchment-lined baking dish to cut into bars later.
Place the clusters or the dish into the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Once set, enjoy your edible 'bird food'! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.6 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 948 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.0 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.9 g | ||
| Protein | 68.7 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 472 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 1976 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
