How to Make Birdseed Suet Cupcakes

In the winter, birds benefit from a high-energy suet treat. Stacy Tornio, former editor of Birds & Blooms, developed this recipe with her kids using cupcake liners to stay mess-free. They’re happy to report that the birds love it.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shortening
• 2 cups chunky peanut butter
• 5 cups cornmeal
• Assorted nuts, birdseed or dried berries

How to Make Birdseed Suet Cupcakes

To make a bird cupcake, melt 1 cup shortening and 2 cups chunky peanut butter over low heat, then mix in 5 cups cornmeal. Fill cupcake tins and top with your choice of nuts, birdseed or dried berries. Cool in the refrigerator. To give as a gift, arrange on a plate or stack and then wrap with cellophane. Print off the recipe card below and attach it to the cellophane so your recipient can make more. Add a bow, and you have an instant gift!

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