Hummingbird Food
Create a delightful backyard haven with this simple and effective Hummingbird Food recipe! Made with just two ingredients—granulated white sugar and water—this homemade nectar mimics the natural sweetness of flower nectar, providing a safe and irresistible treat for your feathered friends. With only 10 minutes of total preparation and cook time, this quick recipe ensures that your hummingbird feeder stays filled with fresh, non-toxic nectar free of unnecessary dyes or additives. Perfect for attracting vibrant hummingbirds to your garden, this DIY recipe is a must-have for bird enthusiasts. Serve in a clean feeder, place it in a shaded outdoor spot, and enjoy endless hours of nature's beauty. Don't forget to refrigerate any leftovers for convenience! Keywords: hummingbird food recipe, DIY nectar, natural hummingbird feeder food, birdwatching tips.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated white sugar
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Measure 1 cup of granulated white sugar and set it aside.
Pour 4 cups of water into a medium saucepan.
Place the saucepan on medium heat and bring the water to a gentle simmer, but do not boil.
Gradually add the sugar to the water, stirring continuously until it is completely dissolved.
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely to room temperature.
Once cooled, carefully pour the nectar into a clean hummingbird feeder.
Hang the feeder in a shady spot outdoors and enjoy watching the hummingbirds!
Store any unused nectar in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.2 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 4 mg | 0% | |
*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.
