{"id":102671,"date":"2025-04-17T03:00:46","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T07:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/admin.hobbyfarms.com\/?p=102671"},"modified":"2025-04-17T16:33:58","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T20:33:58","slug":"make-diy-chicken-treats-happy-healthy-flock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hobbyfarms.com\/make-diy-chicken-treats-happy-healthy-flock\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Homemade Treats for Chickens For A Happy, Healthy Flock"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Homemade treats for chickens <span class=\"s1\">have so many benefits. It keeps your ladies from being bored, and a variation in their diet will boost your birds\u2019 overall health and happiness.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Chickens are omnivorous, meaning that they eat plants and meat. Here, are 14 homemade treats for chickens for your flock that encompass their natural diets. Please remember to always feed these in moderation. Feeding too many treats can have a negative impact on your chickens\u2019 health.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#1 Snack Pi\u00f1ata<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The easy-to-make pi\u00f1ata is a great way to give a snack and combat boredom at the same time. Take corn, watermelon or really any vegetable and fruit that you can hang from a rope and hang it up in the coop! Your birds will be entertained all day by these chicken treats, and you\u2019ll get a funny show watching them peck at whatever you have hanging.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">In my coop, I normally use a mix of different gourds and sometimes I\u2019ll even hang a head of broccoli. They always have a fun time with it! <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#2 Herb Garland<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">An herb garland can look beautiful in your coop, make it smell better and serve as an impromptu snack bar for your flock! I always have leftover lavender, oregano, chives, mint, parsley and thyme.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">I sometimes hang it high above their roosts or low other times to give them a sense of change. I take simple twine, bunch up my herbs and tie them into the twine. I then hang it side to side in their coop.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If I\u2019m going to be gone for a few days, I\u2019ll incorporate some kale and spinach bunches into this as well. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#3 Chicken Cake<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">I have only made this next treat twice in my entire time of chicken tending. I don\u2019t bake very often, but if you are a baker, this treat will work out well for you and your flock!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">A chicken cake can contain all sorts of goodies, and decorating can be a load of fun also! The recipe is as follows.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">2<\/span> cup flour<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">2<\/span> cup applesauce<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">2<\/span> cup peanut butter<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4 <\/span>cup oregano<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">2<\/span> cup chopped apple<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4<\/span> cup parsley<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">2<\/span> cup chopped strawberry<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\">1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 class=\"p6\"><b>Preparation<\/b><\/h5>\n<p class=\"p3\">Mix your flour, baking powder, peanut butter and applesauce together. After they\u2019re mixed, add the rest of the ingredients. Put it into a cupcake tray with a disposable cupcake tray for easy removal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, and viola!\u2014a chicken cake!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You can top your chicken treats cake with a multitude of different things. The first time that I made this recipe for my flock, I cooked the entire cake in a cake pan and topped the whole thing with corn and herb leaves. I used carrots to make a <span class=\"s4\">face (because what\u2019s a cake without some dec<\/span>oration) and my flock loved it!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Read more: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobbyfarms.com\/gumball-machine-dispense-chicken-treats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Make treat time fun with a modified gumball machine!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#4 Snack Bomb<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Everyone can make these easy chicken treats! You only need peanut butter, raw oats and any other treats you would like to throw in. They\u2019re also great to freeze during the summer to help your birds cool off!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Mix<\/span><span class=\"s5\"> 1<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u2044<\/span><span class=\"s6\">2<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> cup of peanut butter to<\/span><span class=\"s5\"> 1<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u2044<\/span><span class=\"s6\">2<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> cup of oatmeal, and roll into balls. That\u2019s it! I recently have started incorporating mealworms and black sunflower seeds into mine, but any treat can be added.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#5 Chicken Salad<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">This \u201csalad\u201d will be very different from the salad you\u2019re used to making. For this treat, you need peas, blackberries, blueberries, chopped grapes, spinach, oregano, chopped strawberries, iceberg lettuce and sunflower seeds.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Mix it all in a big bowl and you have a chicken salad for your flock! During summer, I\u2019ll mix in ice cubes also to keep it cool.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#6 Cool-Down Block<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">The frozen cool-down block is a good treat <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.arizona.edu\/managing-extreme-summer-temps-backyard-chickens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">during summer<\/a>. Fill any container up with water and add whatever treats your flock likes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">After you have added the chicken treats, freeze it. Giving them this treat during the summer will help them cool down on those very hot summer days while also keeping them entertained. My flock will work on one of these for hours even after it has melted.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#7 Apple Wreath<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">For this next homemade treat for chickens, you will need to purchase a wire wreath frame. I normally get mine at the Dollar Store. Once you have your wire wreath frame, peel some apples.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Add the apples to the wreath form, and hang in the coop within your birds\u2019 reach. You can also add herbs to the frame with the apples or larger <\/span>treats. This is a simple, easy and quick treat.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#8 Parfaits<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Another quick and easy treat for chickens is a parfait. For my flock, I get a large container of yogurt and add fruit to it. Blackberries and strawberries tend to be my flock\u2019s favorites.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The live bacteria found in yogurt is great for a chicken\u2019s stomach health. But too much of a good thing can cause diarrhea, so feed yogurt in moderation.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#9 Pasta Please<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">When you\u2019re in a cooking mood with no one to cook for, cook your flock some pasta! During winter, pasta can offer a warm little pick-me-up for a cooped-up flock.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">I cook spaghetti or angel hair. Once it\u2019s cooled, I put it in a large bowl and add mealworms, black fly larvae and a mixture of herbs. I serve this only once during winter. Pasta contains a lot of carbohydrates so this is another treat that is best served in moderation.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>#10 Molting Fuel<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\">The \u201cmolt meatloaf\u201d is perfect for molting season. Many variations are available, but this is the one that I have used (routinely adding ingredients over the years).<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_102673\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-102673\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-102673 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/img.hobbyfarms.com\/Molting-Treat-1.jpg\" alt=\"a bowl of mealworms chicken treat\" width=\"800\" height=\"462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.hobbyfarms.com\/Molting-Treat-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.hobbyfarms.com\/Molting-Treat-1-623x360.jpg 623w, https:\/\/img.hobbyfarms.com\/Molting-Treat-1-600x250.jpg 600w, https:\/\/img.hobbyfarms.com\/Molting-Treat-1-433x250.jpg 433w, https:\/\/img.hobbyfarms.com\/Molting-Treat-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-102673\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stephanie Thurow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5 class=\"p4\"><b>Ingredients<\/b><span class=\"s1\"><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p5\">3 eggs<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">3<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4<\/span> cup milk<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\">2 teaspoons molasses<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">2<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">3<\/span> cup old-fashioned oats<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">2<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">3<\/span> cup layer crumble<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4<\/span> cup wheat germ<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4<\/span> cup powdered milk<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\">3 cloves garlic, chopped<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4<\/span> cup oregano<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>cup cinnamon<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4 <\/span>cup cayenne pepper<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4 <\/span>cup dill<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">4 <\/span>cup fresh or dried parsley<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\">1 teaspoon fresh or dried sage<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\">1 <span class=\"s2\">1<\/span>\u2044<span class=\"s3\">2<\/span> pounds ground beef<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 class=\"p4\"><b>Preparation<\/b><\/h5>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s4\">Combine your eggs, milk and molasses first. Add everything but your ground beef, and mix well. Once blended, add your meat. Pat this mixture into a meatloaf pan, and bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour. Once cooked and cooled completely, serve to your flock!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Read more: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobbyfarms.com\/when-chickens-are-molting-care-is-key-to-comfort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Care is key to comfort for molting chickens. <\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#11 Pancakes for Poultry<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Banana pancakes are also great homemade treats for chickens. This treat only uses two things: eggs and bananas! You can always add in herbs and mealworms, though, if desired.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>I love this treat because it freezes well, it\u2019s nutritious and you can warm them up for a winter morning treat.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You\u2019ll need two eggs to one large ripe banana. Blend the eggs and banana together until the texture is smooth. Into an oiled skillet, pour \u201cbatter\u201d and cook like you would a regular pancake! You can make a single giant one or several silver-dollar ones to feed sporadically throughout winter.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#12 Nesting Box Herbs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">I use a blend of herbs in my nesting boxes and in my litter, but I also use them as homemade treats for chickens on occasion. This blend consists of multiple herbs that are good for chickens, and while I sell it in my store, I\u2019m going to give you the recipe here.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">I don\u2019t really use a measuring set. It\u2019s just an even blend of all of these herbs: basil, bee balm, calendula, chamomile, cilantro, comfrey, dill, echinacea, garlic, lavender, marigold, mint, nasturtium, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, tarragon, thyme and yarrow.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s7\">I collect and dry all of these herbs myself, but you can easily purchase them already dried.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#13 Cookies for Chooks<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Santa doesn\u2019t have to be the only person that gets cookies! Your flock will love these homemade treats for chickens and they are so easy to make! All you\u2019ll need is 1 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup of flour and 1 egg!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Mix these ingredients together, and make dough balls. Apply to a cookie sheet and bake in the oven at 350 degrees F for 6 to 8 minutes. Let them cool fully before you feed to your flock!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p5\"><b>#14 Sprout Some Seeds<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">This next treat requires wheat seeds. You can do this one many different ways. I have seen some chicken keepers sprout them in jars and do a daily wash of water, while others cover a flat planting tray with seeds and sprout them that way.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">I normally plant mine because some of them will be transferred to my garden. The sprouts that I don\u2019t use are fed back to my flock and will keep them entertained for hours. The extra dirt gives them something new to scratch in and, with the sprouts mixed in, gives them a treat to look for!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p8\">Homemade treats for chickens in moderation are a best practice for any flock. These treats will hopefully help you spoil and help with your flock\u2019s nutritional intake!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p9\">This article about homemade treats for chickens originally appeared in the September\/October 2022 issue of Chickens\u00a0magazine. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobbyfarms.com\/subscribe-new\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to subscribe.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Give your Flock Something Special with these Treats that are Easy to Make and Sure to Get your Birds Excited<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13826,"featured_media":102672,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[10456],"tags":[3638,688,39],"class_list":["post-102671","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-poultry","tag-chicken-treats","tag-diy","tag-raising-chickens"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.0 (Yoast SEO v24.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Homemade Treats for Chickens For A Happy, Healthy Flock - Hobby Farms<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Homemade treats for chickens have benefits such as keeping your birds occupied and adding variation to their diet. 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