Make your own bird suet at home with this easy, safe recipe that backyard birds love. Using lard, peanut butter, and Cool Birds seed blends, this homemade suet is packed with energy and perfect for keeping birds healthy and happy through fall and winter.

Feeding birds in fall and winter helps them stay strong when natural food sources disappear. In this guide, I’m sharing my go-to seed blends, suet picks, and tips for keeping backyard birds healthy and active through the cold months.