50 Father’s Day Brunch Recipes to Make Dad Feel Extra Special
Come Sunday, he really just wants a sweet or savory meal made with love.
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While Dad deserves to be celebrated every day, Father’s Day is the ultimate time to make him feel special. So why not kick the day off with an epic Father’s Day brunch that will leave him feeling satisfied, happy and ready to spend the day doing exactly what he loves? Whether he’s a fan of classic brunch recipes (like fluffy pancakes, sweet French toast or tender scrambled eggs) or a man who’s looking to dig into something hearty and grilled (steak sandwiches, please!) these Father’s Day brunch recipes are the ticket!
Have a day chock full of fun-filled Father's Day activities? Take brunch on the go with hearty muffins, craveable banana bread and more. Or build a spread complete with appetizers, entrees, side dishes and dessert that the whole family can graze on throughout the day. Plus, there are plenty of make-ahead options, like a bagel casserole that puts those day-old baked goods to the best use, and fun twists on classic breakfasts (yep, we layered eggs, bacon and cheese onto pancakes to build the most creative taco ever).
Want to honor Dad with delicious food all day long? End the day with a special Father's Day dinner or Father's Day cake for a sweet treat! And be sure to round out the celebrations with a creative Father’s Day gift to let him know just how much you care! This is Dad’s special day, and we’ve got the recipes to really make him feel like #1.
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
A little technique elevates average pancakes into a sweet stack that's so much easier than baking a batch of homemade cinnamon rolls.
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B.E.C. Breakfast Bites
Upgrade Dad's classic bacon, egg and cheese by wrapping it into a homemade tortilla pocket.
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Classic Bloody Mary
You can easily up the spice of this classic brunch cocktail with a splash of chile-infused vodka — key if Dad likes his drinks with a kick!
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Chilaquiles Verdes
A homemade salsa verde gives this vegetarian brunch its vibrant color and fresh heat. Double the batch and whip up some shrimp and zucchini enchiladas, too!
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Breakfast Naan
Pizza is a real crowd-pleaser and these six-ingredient stunners prove why.
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Steak Sandwich with Arugula
Dad more of a lunch guy? Fire up the grill to char steak. Our foolproof method will give you perfectly cooked, tender and flavorful protein, ready to layer onto crusty rolls.
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Sausage and Egg Sandwiches
Pickled peppers add a sweet-hot kick that pairs well with the rich sausage, but for milder contrast, sub in roasted red peppers instead.
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Focaccia French Toast
Give this classic brunch dish an upgrade by relying on leftover focaccia instead of brioche.
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Roasted Hash and Jammy Eggs
Our make-ahead cooking hack will give you crisp-tender potatoes you can prep the day before. More time to celebrate with Dad!
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Strawberry-Pistachio Cake Parfaits
Celebrate Dad and the start of summer with this light and fruity layered dessert.
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Fluffy Pancakes
Make a classic stack or mix up your pancake routine with one of our fun variations. Mocha chip flapjacks, anyone?
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Loaded Pancake Tacos
Add more milk to classic pancake batter to make “taco” shells perfect for stuffing with crispy bacon, fried eggs and sharp Cheddar.
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Raisin-Walnut Coffee Cake
Who doesn't love cake for breakfast? This sweet cinnamon coffee cake filled with crunchy walnuts is a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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French Toast
Learn how to make the best French Toast ever with our go-to recipe. Dad will be impressed!
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Roasted Potato and Chorizo Hash
Serve up this savory hash loaded with spicy chorizo, cheese and flavorful potatoes for a hearty and filling brunch dish.
Lemon-Almond Poppy Seed Muffins
These not-too-sweet muffins are the perfect treat to surprise Dad with on his special morning.
Jammy Egg Toasts
Pair crispy toast with not-too-runny eggs and a shallot vinaigrette for a delicious and savory start to Dad's day.
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Pecan Sticky Buns
These sweet sticky buns will have the whole fam up and ready to celebrate Dad in no time.
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Gruyère, Bacon and Spinach Scrambled Eggs
Fancy-up basic scrambled eggs with this delicious recipe (that isn't much harder than the classic!).
Greek Yogurt Pancakes
Add an extra dose of protein to your pancakes with greek yogurt!
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