Jump-start dad's special day with these tasty Father's Day breakfast ideas. We have recipes the entire family will enjoy, including homemade pastries, egg scrambles and brunch-ified twists on classic Dad dinners.
38 Father’s Day Breakfast and Brunch Ideas
Updated on Apr. 11, 2025
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Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to try different fun fillings in these soft rolls, and each one is packed with cinnamon flavor. They are definitely worth the overnight wait. —Chris O'Connell, San Antonio, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 278 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 262mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
Assemble these cinnamon rolls the night before, then pop them in the oven as soon as you wake up for an easy Father’s Day breakfast. I’ll never forget the year I made these cinnamon rolls heart-shaped for Father’s Day. My dad still talks about them!
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Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns and eggs is just right for any breakfast spread. —Bonnie Roberts, Newaygo, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 330 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
All of Dad’s favorites—pork sausage, hash browns, scrambled eggs, a load of cheese and bright tomatoes—are cooked right in the same pan for a truly flavorful breakfast. It’s easy to make and even easier to love!
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Breakfast Burgers
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is a great way to mix up your traditional breakfast sandwich! I use ground turkey for a leaner option and add Sriracha mayo for heat. To make your own maple bacon, brush one side of regular bacon with maple syrup prior to cooking. Halfway through the cook time, flip the bacon and brush it with additional maple syrup. —Gabriella DiSanto, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 831 calories, 54g fat (17g saturated fat), 325mg cholesterol, 1929mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 50g protein.
If burgers are Dad’s favorite food, he’ll get a kick out of these breakfast burgers. An English muffin “bun” sandwiches bacon, a sunny-side up egg, one sausage patty, cheddar cheese and mashed avocado.
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Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Monkey Bread
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
18 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Time to give rum cake a little competition! If this boozy take on monkey bread is too strong for your taste, cut back on the bourbon or use milk as a nonalcoholic substitute. —James Schend, Plesant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces : 445 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 174mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
After a generous serving of this monkey bread with a gourmet chocolate bourbon pecan topping, Dad might head over to his special chair to “rest his eyes.” (We all know what that means; he’ll be snoring in 20 seconds.) That just means you made it exactly right!
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Shakshuka
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Shakshuka is a dish of poached eggs with tomatoes, onion and cumin. I learned about it while traveling through Southeast Asia, and it's been my favorite way to eat eggs since. —Ezra Weeks, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 159 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 381mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable.
Foodie dads already know (and love!) shakshuka. Robust, savory and well-spiced, this breakfast makes for a super cozy morning. Don’t forget to serve it with pita to soak up that yummy tomato sauce and runny egg yolk!
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Candied Bacon
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sweet, salty, crispy and chewy candied bacon is sometimes called million-dollar bacon for a reason. It’s heavenly! —Grace Vallo, Salem, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 253 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 305mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
Upgrade Dad’s favorite ingredient with a little brown sugar, maple syrup and freshly cracked pepper. Those contrasting flavors and textures will make him love bacon even more.
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Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you need a showstopper breakfast with minimal prep, pull out this recipe. You are only two ingredients away from a warm morning casserole made with refrigerated canned cinnamon rolls and cozy spiced apples. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 358 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 590mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
I love that this sweet breakfast looks (and tastes!) as if it took a lot of work, but it’s just two ingredients—canned apple pie filling and tubes of cinnamon rolls. Dump the apple pie filling into a dish, cut up the cinnamon rolls and place them on top of the apples. Once it’s out of the oven, pour those cups of cinnamon roll glaze on top!
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Coffee Cake
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the excellent texture of this easy cinnamon coffee cake recipe. Always a crowd-pleaser, its pleasing vanilla flavor enriched by sour cream may remind you of breakfast at Grandma's! Make it the night before a holiday to save time in the morning. —Eleanor Harris, Cape Coral, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 340 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
Who can say no to cake for breakfast? I like to doctor up my coffee cakes with orange zest, a tiny bit of nutmeg and a quick vanilla glaze. But if Dad prefers it simple, then keep it as-is.
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Breakfast Tacos
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Unless you grew up in the Southwest or visit there often, you might be hearing of migas for the first time. Just think of them as the best scrambled eggs ever. The secret ingredient is corn tortillas. They really make my migas tacos special! —Stephen Exel, Des Moines, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 424 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 295mg cholesterol, 821mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
In these breakfast tacos, flour tortillas pocket soft scrambled eggs, strips of corn tortillas, onions, jalapeno, cheese and tomatoes. Add Dad’s favorite toppings, like cilantro, hot sauce and avocados.
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Italian Brunch Torte
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve this impressive layered breakfast bake with a salad of mixed greens and tomato wedges. It is one of our most requested dishes and can be served warm or cold. —Danny Diamond, Farmington Hills, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 480 calories, 29g fat (13g saturated fat), 191mg cholesterol, 1674mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
This torte makes a statement! Piled high with eggs, salami, deli ham, provolone, spinach, mushrooms and roasted sweet red peppers, it’s encased in crescent roll dough and baked for a little over an hour. Make sure you have a sharp, long chef’s knife to cut all the way through all those layers!
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Bananas Foster French Toast
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mmm … bananas Foster for breakfast! This yummy baked French toast serves up all the taste of the spectacular dessert in fine fashion. —Laurence Nasson, Hingham Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 658 calories, 31g fat (17g saturated fat), 218mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 84g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 4g fiber), 14g protein.
Bananas foster French toast dresses up Dad’s usual banana pancakes or French toast request into something indulgent for Father’s Day. Best of all, this overnight breakfast recipe does the hard work the night before, so all you have to do is pop the dish into the oven in the morning. That means more time spent with Dad!
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Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pizza for breakfast? Kids of all ages will love making—and munching on—this hearty meal-in-one prepped with convenient crescent rolls and frozen hash browns. It's even great for camping! —Rae Truax, Mattawa, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 346 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 117mg cholesterol, 727mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.
This is such a fun Father’s Day breakfast, especially if Dad is known for being a pizza fiend. Bust open that tube of crescent rolls for the pizza “crust” and layer on cooked sausage, hash browns, cheese and whipped eggs (which will cook into a scramble in the oven).
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Bear Claw
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This bear claw pastry recipe is absolutely melt-in-your-mouth delicious! It's impossible to resist the delicate dough, rich almond filling, and pretty fanned tops sprinkled with sugar and almonds. I made yummy treats like this when I worked in a bakery years ago. —Aneta Kish, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 claw: 352 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 207mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
Everything is homemade in this bear claw breakfast pastry, from the dough to the almond filling. If Dad likes to bake, this is a really fun and easy recipe to follow together. Baking has been, and always will be, my favorite activity to do with my dad—Father’s Day or any day! Give it a try.
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BLT Brunch Pie
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My boys can't wait to pick the first ripe tomatoes in our garden to be used in this terrific pie. It has a tempting filling and tomatoes layered in a melt-in-your-mouth crust. And the crust is so easy to make—just pat the dough into the pan! —Shara Walvoort, Oostburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 464 calories, 39g fat (11g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 618mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
Hearty breakfast ideas without eggs are hard to come by, but this BLT brunch pie does the job! Instead of a quiche-like base, the filling is made up of the usual BLT ingredients: bacon, tomatoes, cheese, mayo and a few other vegetables for good measure.
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Cinnamon Flapjacks
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings (3/4 cup syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
Kids will love helping create our fun breakfast treat for mom or dad. Remember this syrup. It's delightful and so easy! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes with 3 tablespoons syrup: 501 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 1032mg sodium, 106g carbohydrate (62g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
I think my dad would actually shed a tear if I set this down in front of him on Father’s Day morning. You can pull off this technique with almost any pancake recipe, but the extra cinnamon and homemade syrup add a special touch.
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Chorizo Egg Casserole
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Growing up on chorizo and egg burritos, I decided it was time for a remake. In the morning when I make coffee, I pop this in the oven and an hour later, breakfast is ready! —Relina Shirley, Reno, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 461 calories, 34g fat (15g saturated fat), 215mg cholesterol, 1017mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
Breakfast casseroles are easy to make, easy to serve and even easier to love. For this chorizo-filled recipe, all you need to do is cook a few ingredients in a skillet, then let the oven take over from there. Each bite is filled with chorizo, hash browns, peppers, onions, green chiles, spices, cheese and scrambled eggs. Yum!
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Bacon Corn Pancakes
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
18 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
Pancakes are always tops in my book. But stir in bacon and corn, and they become the best breakfast-for-dinner option. I always cook gluten-free, but you can easily use regular all-purpose flour to make these corn fritters. —Anne-Marie Nichols, Watkinsville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
3 pancakes: 318 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 868mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein.
Succulent bacon and sweet corn are the unexpected ingredients that just work in this twist on a breakfast classic. These pancakes are gluten-free, too, but you can certainly use all-purpose flour if need be.
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Toad in the Hole Bacon Sandwich
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Switch up the cheese—pepper jack gives a nice kick—or use sliced kielbasa, ham or sausage in place of the bacon in this versatile grilled cheese sandwich. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 610 calories, 34g fat (11g saturated fat), 240mg cholesterol, 1220mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.
It’s hard to imagine, but Dad was once a kid too. This nostalgic breakfast might take him back to his pre-Dad days for just a moment, and it is now a treat he can share with his kids.
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Homemade Bagels
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I always wanted to make my own bagels, so I searched to find a bagel recipe I could try. For variation and flavor, I sometimes add cinnamon and raisins or honey and sesame seeds to the dough. —Rebecca Phillips, Burlington, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 bagel: 237 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 271mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
Hosting Father’s Day breakfast for the extended family? Homemade bagels are the way to go. Everyone can dress theirs up how they like: toasted or untoasted, sweet or savory, flavored cream cheese or loaded lox—the options are endless.
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Omelet Waffles with Sausage Cheese Sauce
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Waffles are fun to make, so I decided to make this waffle omelette recipe! These are topped with browned sausage, onions, peppers and a chunky cheesy sauce. They are the perfect choice when you want to have breakfast for dinner. —Ronna Farley, Rockville, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
2 waffles: 734 calories, 56g fat (24g saturated fat), 521mg cholesterol, 1461mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 38g protein.
Where some dads like a simple meal, other dads love something more adventurous and unexpected. If yours falls into the latter category, this is the Father’s Day breakfast for him! The “waffle” is made of eggs, cream and salt, and the delicious cheese sauce includes sausage, peppers, mushrooms and onions.
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Eggs Benedict Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (1-2/3 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
This eggs Benedict casserole is just as tasty as the classic but without all the hassle. Simply assemble the ingredients ahead and bake it the next morning for an elegant breakfast or brunch. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 286 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
This is a make-ahead casserole version of the classic breakfast meal. Canadian bacon and English muffins are the casserole base, bound together by scrambled eggs, and then a homemade hollandaise is poured on top of each serving.
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Blueberry Turnovers
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Growing up, I loved to heat up a Pepperidge Farm blueberry tart for an after-school treat. I decided I'd try my hand at making them for my kids. I think they are really close, and my kids love them. —Christine Hair, Tampa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 turnover: 400 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 235mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
Sheets of puff pastry make these blueberry turnovers super easy. Between the crackly, buttery pastry and the homemade blueberry sauce oozing out, these turnovers will seriously make Dad think you ran out to the local bakery that morning.
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Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sunday breakfasts have always been special in our house. It's fun to get in the kitchen and cook with the kids. No matter how many new recipes we try, the kids always rate this No. 1! —Rick Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 442 calories, 30g fat (6g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 895mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
Even if Dad isn’t Irish, he’ll love this corned beef breakfast. This dish will get any protein-obsessed or meat-and-potato-loving dad out of bed!
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The Best French Toast
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe ever. The caramelized exterior meets a soft custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy too! —Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 546 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 263mg cholesterol, 786mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
French toast is so much more than old bread dipped in eggs. We’ll show you all our little tips and tricks for French toast that’s soft and custardy on the inside with a crispy and golden brown outside. We want this dish perfect for an amazing dad!
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Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, bread and cheese, this is the dish to try. My mom and I like this sausage breakfast casserole because it bakes up tender and golden, slices beautifully and goes over well whenever we serve it. —Gayle Grigg, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 339 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
This breakfast casserole is one of our most beloved breakfast recipes. Cubed bread, eggs and sausages are baked together with cheese on top and a dash of ground mustard for zippiness. I love to serve this with hot sauce and a vibrant fruit salad to round out the meal.
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Breakfast Sliders
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These breakfast sliders combine all your favorite morning foods—like eggs, bacon and bagels—into one tasty package. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 slider: 417 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 253mg cholesterol, 1072mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
Don’t save sliders just for game day! Mini bagels and everything bagel seasoning are the catalyst to breakfast sliders. Fill them with cream cheese, fluffy scrambled eggs, bacon, Canadian bacon and cheese.
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Waffles
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 waffles (6-1/2 inches) and 1-2/3 cups syrup
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend shared this fluffy waffle recipe with me a few years ago. The cinnamon cream syrup is a nice change from maple syrup, and it keeps quite well in the fridge. Our two children also like it on toast. —Amy Gilles, Ellsworth, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 waffle with 2-1/2 tablespoons syrup: 424 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 344mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
This is a classic, just like Dad. Even though waffle makers are a one-trick pony, they prove their worth every time we get to pull out crispy, golden waffles and then douse them in our favorite toppings.
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Sheepherder’s Breakfast
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My sister-in-law always made this delicious breakfast dish when we were camping and had to come up with good, easy breakfast ideas. Served with toast, juice, and milk or coffee, it's a sure hit with the breakfast crowd! One-dish casseroles like this were a big help while I was raising my nine children. Now I've passed this recipe on to them. —Pauletta Bushnell, Albany, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 354 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 222mg cholesterol, 617mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
Love the idea of shakshuka but think it might not be to Dad’s taste? This sheepherder’s breakfast is the next best thing. Eggs are baked on a bed of hash browns, bacon and onions. Serve the dish with crispy toast that’s been cut on a diagonal so the slices are angled for dipping.
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Oatmeal Pancakes
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
about 10 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
My family absolutely loves these oat pancakes. I make them every Saturday and Sunday. If I don't, they don't believe it's the weekend! My son's friends often spend the night, and I think it's because they like these oatmeal pancakes so much. They are especially delicious served with molasses and syrup. —Sharon W. Bickett, Chester, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes: 263 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 474mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
While these look like the perfect stack of classic pancakes, they’re hiding wholesome secrets: oats and whole wheat flour! It’s a little more healthy for Dad, but he still gets to carve into a stack of pancakes on Father’s Day.
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Apple-Sage Sausage Patties
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Apple and sausage naturally go together. Add sage, and you’ve got some standout patties. They’re freezer friendly, so I make them ahead and grab when needed. —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty: 79 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 211mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
There’s regular sausage patties, then there’s sausage patties doctored up with fresh sage, parsley and sweet apples. Lean turkey is exchanged for pork to cut down on fat.
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BLT Muffins
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These muffins prove that the classic combo of bacon, lettuce and tomato is good for so much more than a sandwich. They're winners at both breakfast and dinner. —Katie Koziolek, Hartland, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 185 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 385mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
Hello, savory muffins. Each muffin is studded with bits of bacon, tomatoes, parsley and even shredded lettuce for a breakfast take on the classic BLT—a dad favorite!
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Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Scones
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
With chocolate, hazelnuts and the tangy taste of buttermilk, these delicious scones are easy to make, come together fast and taste amazing with your morning coffee. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 409 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 327mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
The first time I took a bite of these scones, I knew they were special. Hazelnuts are incredibly rich and, when paired with the chocolate chips, make these scones taste as if they were strung with Nutella.
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Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Who says you can’t have it all for breakfast? This savory dish combines flaky croissants, eggs, sausage and Gruyere cheese for the ultimate breakfast (or brunch) casserole. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 353 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 188mg cholesterol, 686mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
Premade bakery croissants, sausage, onions, eggs and Gruyere (the best cheese) create this irresistible casserole. During its final five minutes in the oven, you’ll be able to taste how good it is from the smell alone.
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Cinnamon Roll French Toast
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
This French toast recipe is such a unique way to use up a can of cinnamon rolls. Save the included cinnamon roll icing for serving! —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 184 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 369mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
Two breakfast classics come together in this easy and fun Father’s Day meal! Bake a batch of cinnamon rolls from a tube, then soak them in the French toast custard and griddle them until they’re golden brown. Finally, serve them with that yummy icing that comes in the cinnamon roll tube.
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Mediterranean Broccoli & Cheese Omelet
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My Italian mother-in-law taught me to make this omelet years ago—she would make it for breakfast, lunch or dinner and eat it on Italian bread. This is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover broccoli. —Mary Licata, Pembroke Pines, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge (calculated without shaved Romano cheese): 229 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 290mg cholesterol, 775mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
Any health-conscious dads out there? Eggs, cheese, broccoli and olives make up this low-carb, high-protein meal. Serve a bowl of Dad’s favorite fruits alongside.
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Campfire Pancakes with Peanut Maple Syrup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 pancakes (1/4 cup syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves eating s'mores around the campfire when we vacation at the lake. Campfire pancakes are my tribute to those happy times. —Cheryl Snavely, Hagerstown, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes with 1 tablespoon syrup mixture: 407 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
No need to build a fire to cook these pancakes. Each pancake is filled with marshmallows and butterscotch chips, then finished with a homemade peanut butter maple syrup that is out of this world.
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Cinnamon Fruit Biscuits
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Because these sweet treats are so easy, I'm almost embarrassed when people ask me for the recipe. They're a snap to make with refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, sugar, cinnamon and your favorite fruit preserves. —Ione Burham, Washington, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 178 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
While these pastries look like something you’d labor over, they’re actually created from store-bought biscuit dough, rolled in cinnamon sugar and then filled with strawberry jam.
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Baked Blueberry Pancake
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a quick breakfast, I make this pancake while I fix supper the night before, and then I cut it into squares or triangles. In the morning, I top them with butter and syrup before placing them in the microwave. The pancake recipe is innovative and takes most of the fuss out of making breakfast. —Norna Detig, Lindenwood, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 200 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 527mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
Sheet-pan pancakes take out all the work of standing over a griddle and pouring, cooking and flipping 18 individual pancakes. Instead, the batter is baked all at once in a sheet tray, and everyone is served at the same time. Dad first!
Father’s Day Breakfast FAQ
What is the best Father’s Day breakfast?
The best Father’s Day breakfast is something indulgent and fun that makes the day feel extra-special! Replace Dad’s usual bowl of cereal with stunning sweets like monkey bread or cinnamon rolls. A savory breakfast casserole is yummy, and he’ll get a kick out of brunch-ified dinner classics like breakfast burgers, pizza and tacos.
What should you make for Father’s Day brunch?
The best dish to make for Father’s Day brunch is something you know Dad would love. Ask yourself, does he prefer sweet or savory in the morning? Would he want to eat right away, so you need to make something quick? And, oh yeah, is he still on that vegetarian kick? These are all important factors in picking the right recipe to kick off Father’s Day.
What should you serve with Father’s Day breakfast?
The sides to serve with Father’s Day breakfast depend on the main entree. If it’s something sweet, like coffee cake or French toast, serve savory and protein-rich sides, like bacon or sausages, with a bowl of refreshing fruit salad. If your main dish is something egg, vegetable or meat-based, I recommend heading to a local bakery and picking up a few of Dad’s favorite pastries, like doughnuts or croissants.
