50 Father’s Day Brunch Recipes To Start His Day Off Right (2024)

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By Camille Lowder
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When you think of Father’s Day, it's easy to get caught up in BBQ menus rather than brunch. This year, why not shake things up by spoiling your dad with a truly bomb brunch spread? Brunch is the perfect meal to celebrate your dad with all his morning favorites (looking at you, powdered donuts and bagels with lox). Whether your dad is the breakfast in bed type, the kind of guy who wants fuel for the family afternoon bike ride, or someone who’s not happy unless he’s grilling in the backyard all day, we’ve got a brunch recipe for him. Well, for you… don’t make him do all the cooking! Check out our list of 50 Father’s Day recipes for all the brunch-ready ideas to really make his day.

Does your dad always order the classics when you go out to breakfast? You can make them for him at home—try our eggs Benedict, steak and eggs, or chicken and waffles (we bet he’ll think they’re as good as at his favorite restaurant). Is your dad the on-the-go-type, corralling the family into an outdoor activity for Father’s Day? Make him something you can all enjoy as you run out the door, like our sabich sandwich or breakfast burritos. Is he an adventurous eater, always up to trying something new and different? Make him our breakfast monkey bread (particularly good for little monkeys… er, kids, to help with 😉) or our loco moco rice bowls. He’ll go crazy for them! You could even make him brunch out on the grill—check out our maple chorizo breakfast hash or our cheesy breakfast burger. No matter who your dad is, you can't go wrong with pancakes or French toast—our lemon ricotta pancakes or jelly donut French toast are fun twists on the originals that will make him feel extra special.

For more Father’s Day ideas, check out our Father’s Day desserts and Father’s Day cakes, our Father’s Day dinner recipes, and the best gifts for dad (and gift baskets!) too.

1

Potato Chip Frittata

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For added crunch, we loaded this frittata with potato chips. We went with sour cream & onion, but feel free to sub in your own favorite flavor! Don't forget to top with chives, sour cream, and even more chips to really make this frittata a next-level breakfast.

Get the Potato Chip Frittata recipe.

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Buttermilk Waffles

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Is there anything better than weekend mornings that begin with a delicious brunch? The perfect way to begin any day that stretches lazily ahead is with a batch of tender waffles, topped with pats of melty butter and pools of maple syrup. As they cook, the waffles will fill your kitchen with the delicious fragrance of vanilla-scented batter. It's heavenly. Serve with a plate of crispy bacon and plenty of mimosas.

Get the Buttermilk Waffles recipe.

3

BLT Eggs Benedict

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Think a BLT sandwich is the best thing to do with ripe summer tomatoes? The classic trio—bacon, eggs, and tomato—gets even better when cooked in the style of eggs Benedict.

Get the BLT Eggs Benedict recipe.

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Giant Fruit Danish

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This super-sized pastry is best served with copious amounts of coffee. 😋 The raspberry jam can easily be swapped out for your favorite fruit conserve, and a dusting of powdered sugar once cooled can replace the glaze.

Get the Giant Fruit Danish recipe.

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Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

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Is there anything better than the smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls in the morning? We thought no, until THESE cinnamon rolls came along. Loaded with candied maple bacon, these are a serious upgrade your dad will flip over.

Get the Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls recipe.

6

Egg & Hash Brown Casserole

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Listen, we love a big breakfast featuring all the usual suspects—fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, a plate of breakfast sausage, and a pile of sautéed spinach for good measure. Enter this casserole, which delivers all those classic breakfast foods in ONE single dish (means a lot less work and dishes!).

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Jelly Donut French Toast

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Sure, you could make your Dad scrambled eggs...again. OR you could serve him insanely delicious stuffed French toast, inspired by one of our favorite breakfasts ever—jelly donuts.

Get the Jelly Donut French Toast recipe.

8

Bagel and Lox

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Though you can almost always find scallion cream cheese, we included a mini recipe that adds extra herbaceous-ness thanks to fresh dill, which we all know pairs beautifully with salmon. If you really want some major cred for creating a truly Jewish bagel and lox, you could swap the cream cheese for salty, smoky whitefish salad. It ups the umami and fish factor for a hearty and next-level bagel sandwich.

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9

Chicken and Waffles

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Making fried chicken and waffles at the same time is quite a feat, but this soul food classic is worth the effort. We think the best course of action is as follows: Get your chicken in a buttermilk brine, whip up your waffles, and pop 'em in a 200° oven to stay warm. THEN take out your chicken, bread, and fry. There you go! Perfectly timed brunch.

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Baked Feta Eggs

Remember that baked feta pasta a la TikTok that took the world by storm? Well, now you can have it for breakfast! Introducing: feta baked eggs. There's no pasta involved, but white beans add a hearty creaminess, and a side of crusty bread or pita is highly encouraged.

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11

Powdered Donuts

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Put your black shirt away and get out your favorite apron for this one. If you do this right, you should be covered in a dusting of powdered sugar when all is said and done. It’s time for homemade powdered donuts! To create this sweet treat, we decided to keep it classic with a twist, adding yeast to a cake donut to give these fluffy rings the best of both worlds.

Get the Powdered Donuts recipe.

12

Breakfast Tostadas

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The toppings on these tostadas are our ideal toppings, but you can change them up however you’d like. Cook an over-easy egg instead or top with some sour cream. The best part is that these can be different every time you make them and still be so very good.

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Sourdough Pancakes

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Don't toss that sourdough starter when feeding it! Use up that discard in these easy overnight pancakes. The batter will be ready for you when you wake up and they cook up into soft, lacy-edged pancakes with a little extra tang your dad will LOVE.

Get the Sourdough Pancakes recipe.

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Bacon Breakfast Burritos

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Spending the day outside with your dad this Father's Day? You're going to need an easy on-the-go breakfast, like this breakfast burrito. There's no ONE right way to make a breakfast burrito, but if you follow our easy tips, you're guaranteed perfect results (hint, fry your potatoes in bacon fat).

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Homemade McDonald's Hash Browns

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McDonald’s hash browns call when you’re on a road trip to a beachy summer destination (or really anywhere). What is it about the crispy, crunchy, greasy potato that gets everyone so hyped up? We are HUGE fans of what seems to be a simple little shredded potato oval. And we also found out that it doesn’t take much to make it just right at home (and after 11 a.m.).

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Overnight French Toast

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We've got three words for you that are going to change your breakfast and brunch game forever: Overnight. French. Toast. It's comically delicious, thanks to a long overnight soak in a heavy cream-infused custard, which transforms the sliced challah into a puddingy delight. (It's not so different than bread pudding, if we're being totally honest.)

Get the Overnight French Toast recipe.

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Breakfast Monkey Bread

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Upgrade your cinnamon sugar pull-apart monkey bread, with all your favorite breakfast flavors, including everything bagel seasoning! Plus, it's made using refrigerated biscuit dough, so it comes together extra fast—you can have this on the table in just an hour from beginning to end.

Get the Breakfast Monkey Bread recipe.

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Copycat IHOP Pancakes

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Thanks to the tips and tricks provided by IHOP’s VP of Culinary, we got scary close to their iconic buttermilk, homestyle pancakes.

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Everything Bagel Casserole

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This casserole is a GREAT alternative to a bagel bar, especially for those who can't handle cutting bagels (or are just indecisive!). If you can't find everything bagels (the horror!), just use extra everything bagel seasoning.

Get the Everything Bagel Casserole recipe.

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Classic Coffee Cake

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This coffee cake is bound to be the star of your Father's Day brunch spread. If needed, bake the night before and cover with a kitchen towel, that way it's ready to slice and serve ASAP.

Get the Classic Coffee Cake recipe.

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FAQs

What to have for Father's Day brunch? ›

  • B.E.C. Breakfast Bites. mike garten. ...
  • Classic Bloody Mary. mike garten. ...
  • Chilaquiles Verdes. mike garten. ...
  • Breakfast Naan. mike garten. ...
  • Steak Sandwich with Arugula. mike garten. ...
  • Sausage and Egg Sandwiches. mike garten. ...
  • Focaccia French Toast. mike garten. ...
  • Roasted Hash and Jammy Eggs. mike garten.

What are the most popular brunch foods? ›

French toast, waffles, pancakes, and similar dishes are great choices for brunch. You could also do something even more impressive like apple pecan or ultimate berry bread pudding. Add some parfaits for a lighter option that pairs well with these dishes.

How do you make a successful brunch? ›

Tips for How to Host a Brunch
  1. Plan Your Menu Ahead of Time. We can't stress this one enough. ...
  2. Go Grocery Shopping Ahead of Time. ...
  3. Lay Things out the Night Before. ...
  4. Consider Going Paper and Plastic. ...
  5. Avoid Time-Consuming Recipes. ...
  6. Try a Self-Serve Bar. ...
  7. Opt for an Exciting Mix of Foods.

What is a good menu for Father's Day? ›

Our 23 Best Father's Day Recipes
  • 01 of 23. Oysters Rockefeller with Pimiento Cheese. ...
  • 02 of 23. Viet-Cajun Fried Catfish Po'boy. ...
  • 03 of 23. Perfect Smoked Pork Ribs. ...
  • 04 of 23. Potato Salad with Fresh Corn And Basil. ...
  • 05 of 23. Balsamic and Soy Marinated Skirt Steaks with Charred Peppers. ...
  • 06 of 23. ...
  • 07 of 23. ...
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What are 3 common foods you can have for brunch? ›

Some classic brunch foods include:
  • Eggs Benedict.
  • Pancakes.
  • Waffles.
  • French toast.
  • Omelets.
  • Quiché
  • Belgian waffles.
  • Smoked salmon on a bagel.

How do you plan a simple brunch? ›

We recommend choosing an egg dish, something hearty or savory, something sweet, something fresh, and something for dessert. Coffee, tea, and a signature co*cktail or mocktail complete the brunch spread. Don't turn yourself into a short-order cook the day of your brunch. That means no pancakes and no eggs made to order.

How do you set up a brunch menu? ›

Start by taking note of every single item that will go on your menu. Then, home in on popular dishes that cater to more casual tastes. Think eggs, bacon, sausage, pastries, pancakes, waffles, etc. Beyond your standard list of brunch-favorite food and drinks, are there any specials or deals you can include?

What food is good for hosting brunch? ›

We love a good savory strata or make-ahead oatmeal, or a casserole with lemony crêpes, bagels and cheese, cheesy grits, or overnight French toast. All of these recipes can be prepped the day before, and then popped in a preheated oven for a centerpiece main dish with minimal fuss.

What is traditional brunch food? ›

Brunch wouldn't be complete without its breakfast roots. You can expect to find classic morning dishes like eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes, waffles, and French toast. These breakfast favorites are perfect for those who crave the comforting flavors of maple syrup, melted butter, and a hint of nostalgia.

What is the best time for brunch? ›

As a general rule, brunch is served between 11:00 a.m. and 3 p.m. between the hours of the morning and the afternoon, between the hours of the morning and afternoon. Consequently, brunch can be viewed as a late breakfast or a late lunch, depending on your preferences.

What do you bring to a brunch potluck? ›

15 Breakfast Potluck Ideas That Will Wow Your Coworkers
  • 01 of 15. Scrambled Egg Muffins. ...
  • 02 of 15. Chewy Granola Bars. ...
  • 03 of 15. Overnight Cinnamon Rolls I. ...
  • 04 of 15. Baked Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches. ...
  • 05 of 15. Lemon Poppy Seed Bread. ...
  • 06 of 15. Eggs Benedict Breakfast Pizza. ...
  • 07 of 15. Donut Muffins. ...
  • 08 of 15.
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What is brunch plan? ›

In both cases, brunch typically consists of the same dishes as would be standard in an American brunch, namely, coffee, tea, fruit juices, breakfast foods, including pancakes, waffles, and french toast; meats such as ham, bacon, and sausages; egg dishes such as scrambled eggs, omelettes, and Eggs Benedict; bread ...

What made brunch popular? ›

Brunch gained steady popularity because it was economic – a two-in-one meal with special touches not afforded during the week. Oatmeal for the rest of the week, but bacon, waffles, fruit, jams, and coffee on Sunday.

How do you make a special Father's Day? ›

Meaningful Things to Do for Father's Day
  1. Learn about his family tree. ...
  2. Prepare a scavenger hunt. ...
  3. Do a puzzle together. ...
  4. Share your favorite memories of your father. ...
  5. Host a friendly family competition. ...
  6. Make a home-made gift. ...
  7. Take a minivacation. ...
  8. Play games.
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How to make Father's Day inclusive? ›

This Father's Day, support them intersectionally and celebrate the way they challenge stereotypes, take an active role in their children's lives, promote equality, and strengthen family bonds. By recognizing and appreciating the varied roles fathers play, we create a more inclusive and supportive society for everyone.

What are healthy snacks for Father's Day? ›

Healthy Snacks
  • Instant Pot Hummus with Garlic.
  • No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Lentil Cookies.
  • Roasted Garbanzo Bean Snack Mix.
  • Lentil-balls with Sweet and Sour Sauce.
  • Spinach Artichoke Hummus.
  • Chocolate Covered Roasted Chickpeas.
  • 7-Layer Lentil Dip.
  • Cilantro Jalenpo Hummus.

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