Ready to Serve Hummingbird Food
Attract vibrant hummingbirds to your garden with this simple, foolproof recipe for 'Ready to Serve Hummingbird Food.' Made with just two pantry staples—granulated white sugar and water—this nectar recipe mimics the natural sweetness of flower blooms, offering a safe and nourishing treat for your feathered visitors. With only 5 minutes of prep time and no need for coloring or additives, this homemade solution is not only budget-friendly but also eco-conscious. The quick stovetop method ensures the sugar fully dissolves for a smooth nectar, and proper storage tips help keep the mixture fresh. Perfect for refilling feeders during the warm months, this recipe will turn your backyard into a buzzing oasis for these delightful pollinators.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated white sugar
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Measure out 1 cup of granulated white sugar and 4 cups of water.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved. Do not boil the solution.
Once the sugar is fully dissolved, remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely to room temperature.
Carefully pour the cooled hummingbird food into a clean feeder. Avoid overfilling to prevent spills.
Hang or place the feeder outside in a shaded area, away from direct sunlight to prevent the sugar solution from spoiling too quickly.
Store any leftover hummingbird food in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Wash and refill the feeder with fresh solution every 3 to 5 days, or more frequently in hot weather, to maintain cleanliness and ensure the health of visiting hummingbirds.
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.
