How to Make Trout Bait

Trout are notorious for being picky eaters. You could have a trusted bait that you have successfully used for years, and then one day the trout may decide they no longer like it. For this reason, it is wise to bring a variety of baits along when you go trout fishing. Store-bought baits work well, but they can be expensive. Try making your own trout bait for your next fishing trip.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup corn meal
• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 2 cups water
• 4 tbs. peanut butter
• 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
• Two 3.75-oz. sardine cans
• Red food coloring
• Sauce pan
• Bowl

Instructions

1. Combine the peanut butter, corn syrup, water and four drops of the food coloring to a sauce pan. Set the stove to medium heat.

2. Turn the stove down to low heat after the mixture boils for five minutes.

3. Mix the flour and corn meal in a bowl. Slowly add it to the mixture in the sauce pan. Stir it continuously until they have combined.

4. Turn the stove off and add the sardines and marshmallow fluff to the mix. Stir it until all of the ingredients are evenly blended.

5. Let the mixture cool down to room temperature. Form the mixture into half-inch balls and place them in a container.

Tips & Warnings

• Unused portions can be frozen and used for up to a month.

References

• Homemade Trout Bait
• Trout Fishing Tips