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50 Dad-Approved Recipes for an Epic Father’s Day Brunch

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Celebrating Father’s Day is so special for obvious reasons. Countless great dads deserve to be honored and it gives us a reason to enjoy some really tasty food too! Dads love meat and grilling and all of the delicious summer foods that make us salivate. They also enjoy sweet and savory treats and taste-testing all the goodies prepared in their name for their big day. Why not celebrate your dad this year on June 16, 2024, with one of these brilliant brunch ideas?

Related: 3535 Brilliant Father’s Day Cakes

What Are Good Dishes To Make for Father’s Day Brunch?

Brunch is the best way to put out a spread of food that fits into the breakfast, lunch and dinner categories. Fruit salads, breakfast foods, cocktails, spruced-up bacon, finger foods, sandwiches and more! Everyone will love something in this list and even try things they might not otherwise order—just wait until you see the Eggs Benedict Brunch Braid.

Best Father’s Day Brunch Recipes

If you are considering hosting a brunch for the fathers in your life this year, this delicious roundup of the best Father’s Day brunch recipes is sure to spark a few yummy ideas. You’ll like that some of the recipes you can prepare in advance and others can come hot off the grill. You don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen to pull off a special brunch.

Related: 18 Fun Father’s Day Snack Ideas

As you scroll, you will find a breakfast pizza, French onion soup sliders, whiskey bacon cheddar burgers, bacon pancakes and Dad-approved cocktails. The only hard part about drooling over these 50 easy dishes dads will love is trying to narrow down your menu!

Father’s Day Brunch Ideas

<p>Mark Boughton</p><p>Crescent roll dough makes this breakfast pizza extra simple.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/913724/parade/use-the-can-of-crescent-roll-dough-in-your-fridge-to-make-the-best-breakfast-pizza/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Theresa Carle-Sanders</p><p>A yolky egg, wrapped in sausage and then wrapped again in breadcrumbs is deep-fried until golden brown.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/483905/lindsaylowe/scotch-eggs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Scotch Eggs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Scotch Eggs</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Alison Ashton</p><p>No boring burgers for dad this year! These sliders might be small, but they have big flavor.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1019428/jonashton/these-french-inspired-sliders-are-loaded-with-gooey-cheese-and-onions/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:French Onion Soup Sliders;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">French Onion Soup Sliders</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/958103/pipandebby/best-party-slider-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:45 Easy Party Slider Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">45 Easy Party Slider Recipes</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>You'll never guess how easy it is to make these biscuits at home.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/cracked-copycat-code-red-lobsters-184119772.html" data-ylk="slk:Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Ragan Wallake Kitchenette</p><p>This decadent breakfast can be prepped the night before to be baked first thing in the morning.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/berry-baked-french-toast" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Baked Berry French Toast;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Baked Berry French Toast</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Rebecca Sanabria</p><p>This hearty casserole is sure to please the hungry men in your life.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/713808/alison-ashton/egg-and-sausage-casserole/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Tiffani Thiessen's Egg and Sausage Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Tiffani Thiessen's Egg and Sausage Casserole</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Ragan Wallake</p><p>With a crust made of mashed potatoes, this is unlike any breakfast you've had before.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/potato-crust-egg-bake" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Potato Crust Egg Bake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Potato Crust Egg Bake </a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>These muffins are like tiny carrot cakes perfect for a party.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/copycat-dunkin-carrot-cake-muffins" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Copycat Dunkin' Donuts Carrot Muffins;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Copycat Dunkin' Donuts Carrot Muffins</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Frozen waffles find a brand new home in this fun, yummy dish.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1275140/kristamarshall/waffle-tostadas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Waffle Tostadas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Waffle Tostadas</a></strong></p><p><button class=

Krista Marshall

Frozen waffles find a brand new home in this fun, yummy dish.

Get the recipe: Waffle Tostadas

<p>Clare Barboza &sol; Bonnie Matthews</p><p>If your Father's Day guests are coming early, prep this dish the night before.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1039923/parade/overnight-breakfast-casserole/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Overnight Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Overnight Breakfast Casserole</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/100-best-casserole-recipes-easy-152243552.html" data-ylk="slk:100+ Greatest Casserole Hits;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">100+ Greatest Casserole Hits</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Parade</p><p>Marinated and grilled beef pairs perfectly with the tangy dipping sauce.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/9953/dash/beef-kebabs-with-blue-cheese-dip/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Beef Kababs with Blue Cheese Dip;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Beef Kababs with Blue Cheese Dip</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Dash</p><p>What guy can resist pizza for breakfast?</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/30171/dash/sausage-and-egg-breakfast-pizza/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage and Egg Breakfast Pizza;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sausage and Egg Breakfast Pizza</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>The cinnamon honey butter you crave from the restaurant can now be made in your own kitchen.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1054413/kristamarshall/copycat-texas-roadhouse-butter-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Copycat Texas Roadhouse Butter;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Copycat Texas Roadhouse Butter</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Joy the Baker</p><p>These savory biscuits are overflowing with flavor.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/jambalaya-biscuits-joy-the-baker" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Smoked Sausage Jambalaya Buttermilk Biscuits;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Smoked Sausage Jambalaya Buttermilk Biscuits</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Everything you want in a hearty breakfast in a simple casserole.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/amish-breakfast-casserole-recipe-one-182830399.html" data-ylk="slk:Amish Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Amish Breakfast Casserole</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Jessica Formicola</p><p>Big fluffy rolls are sure to make your guests think you had them delivered.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841394/jessicaformicola/copy-cat-texas-roadhouse-rolls/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>This sweet casserole is like having dessert for breakfast. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841833/kristamarshall/cinnamon-roll-french-toast-casserole/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Sunday Supper Movement</p><p>Sweet and salty with a kick of heat, this bacon will make any dad drool.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://sundaysuppermovement.com/candied-bacon-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Candied Bacon Recipe;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Candied Bacon Recipe</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Baked Broiled and Basted</p><p>This quesadilla will definitely have dad ready to start his special day.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://bakedbroiledandbasted.com/brunch-quesadillas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Brunch Quesadillas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Brunch Quesadillas</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Yellow Bliss Road</p><p>Everyone is going to dip their bacon in syrup anyway—so make it easier!</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.yellowblissroad.com/bacon-pancakes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Bacon Pancakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Bacon Pancakes</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=

Yellow Bliss Road

Everyone is going to dip their bacon in syrup anyway—so make it easier!

Get The Recipe: Bacon Pancakes

<p>Simply Made Recipes</p><p>Put a little spicy twist on an ooey-gooey ham and cheese sandwich.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.simplymaderecipes.com/spicy-buffalo-honey-mustard-ham-and-cheese-croissant/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Spicy Buffalo Honey Mustard Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Spicy Buffalo Honey Mustard Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Lady Behind The Curtain</p><p>Bacon gives this delicate quiche and extra bite dad will love.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.ladybehindthecurtain.com/asparagus-bacon-quiche/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Asparagus Bacon Quiche;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Asparagus Bacon Quiche</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Sober Julie</p><p>A sweet treat to end the meal, and then snack on all day long.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.soberjulie.com/2015/09/apple-crisp-shortbread-bars/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Julie's Eats and Treats</p><p>Perfect for the dad who loves Mexican food. Plus this casserole can be made the night before!</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.julieseatsandtreats.com/breakfast-enchiladas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Breakfast Enchiladas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Breakfast Enchiladas</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Great Grub Delicious Treats</p><p>This is a genius way to make chicken fried steak for a crowd.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com/chicken-fried-steak-bites/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chicken Fried Steak Bites;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chicken Fried Steak Bites</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Carrie's Experimental Kitchen</p><p>These are a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes and corn from the night before.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.carriesexperimentalkitchen.com/corn-cheddar-mashed-potato-fritters/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Corn Cheddar Mashed Potato Fritters;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Corn Cheddar Mashed Potato Fritters</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Self Proclaimed Foodie</p><p>There's nothing like homemade gravy covering a warm, fluffy biscuit.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://selfproclaimedfoodie.com/country-sausage-gravy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Country Sausage Gravy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Country Sausage Gravy</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1000411/kristamarshall/easy-breakfast-dishes-and-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:75 Family-Friendly Breakfast Ideas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">75 Family-Friendly Breakfast Ideas</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>This recipe only takes six ingredients and be refrigerated or even frozen for later.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.plainchicken.com/cracked-out-tater-tot-breakfast/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Ultimate Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Ultimate Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Budget Savvy Diva</p><p>These buttery pretzel bites are just waiting to be dipped into some cheese or mustard sauce.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.budgetsavvydiva.com/2017/01/easiest-pretzel-bites/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easiest Pretzel Bites;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easiest Pretzel Bites</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Sugar Spice and Glitter</p><p>Take some help wherever you can and let the Instant Pot do some of the cooking for you.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://sugarspiceandglitter.com/instant-pot-brown-sugar-grits/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Instant Pot Brown Sugar Grits;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Instant Pot Brown Sugar Grits</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Easy Budget Recipes</p><p>Eggs Benedict is such a quintessential brunch recipe. This new twist will make everyone rave.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://easybudgetrecipes.com/eggs-benedict-breakfast-braid/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Eggs Benedict Brunch Braid;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Eggs Benedict Brunch Braid</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Handle The Heat</p><p>Once dad finds out there's Guinness in this cake, he will want a second slice.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.handletheheat.com/guinness-chocolate-cake-irish-buttercream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Guinness Chocolate Cake With Irish Buttercream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Guinness Chocolate Cake With Irish Buttercream</a></strong></p><p><button class=
<p>Dinner Then Dessert</p><p>The perfect pairing with some sunny-side-up eggs and grits.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://dinnerthendessert.com/ham-steak/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Ham Steak;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Ham Steak</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=

Dinner Then Dessert

The perfect pairing with some sunny-side-up eggs and grits.

Get The Recipe: Ham Steak

<p>The Southern Source</p><p>A manly take on the classic cocktail, though we suspect pretty much everyone will be on board for this one. </p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://thesouthernsource.com/2018/06/13/manly-drink-recipes-fathers-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Manmosa;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Manmosa</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/845473/kavitharamaswamy/10-cocktail-drinks-for-fathers-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:10 Cocktails For Father's Day;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">10 Cocktails For Father's Day</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>A Farm Girl's Dabbles</p><p>The sweet lime and mint dressing makes this fruit salad anything but ordinary.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com/mojito-fruit-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mojito Fruit Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mojito Fruit Salad</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Honey and Birch</p><p>Simple Italian skewers made from easily found store-bought ingredients.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.honeyandbirch.com/antipasto-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Antipasto Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Antipasto Skewers</a></strong></p><p><button class=

Honey and Birch

Simple Italian skewers made from easily found store-bought ingredients.

Get The Recipe: Antipasto Skewers

<p>Liquor</p><p>Fresh pineapple juice enhances the flavor of this cocktail.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.liquor.com/recipes/ready-fire-aim/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Ready Fire Aim;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Ready Fire Aim</a></strong></p><p><button class=

Liquor

Fresh pineapple juice enhances the flavor of this cocktail.

Get The Recipe: Ready Fire Aim

<p>Simply Stacie</p><p>These mini frittatas are perfect for a party. If you have any leftovers (which is unlikely), they also freeze well. </p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.simplystacie.net/2014/03/spinach-cheese-egg-muffins/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Spinach and Cheese Egg Muffins;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Spinach and Cheese Egg Muffins</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Jennifer Banz</p><p>Here's how you can have steak and eggs without standing over the grill for hours.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://jenniferbanz.com/the-easiest-steak-tips-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Steak Bites;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Steak Bites</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=
<p>Julies Eats and Treats</p><p>Just add some eggs and toast on the side for a complete brunch.</p><p><strong>Get The Recipe: <a href="https://www.julieseatsandtreats.com/steak-potato-kebabs-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Steak Potato Kebabs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Steak Potato Kebabs</a></strong></p><p></div></div></div><div class=