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14 Unique Ideas For A Father’s Day Breakfast in Bed
Holidays get a bad rap for being stressful, complicated, and a lot of work. We're here to put an end to that this Father's Day by going back to basics with Dad-approved breakfast ideas, all from the comfort of bed. Say goodbye...
Holidays get a bad rap for being stressful, complicated, and a lot of work. We're here to put an end to that this Father's Day by going back to basics with Dad-approved breakfast ideas, all from the comfort of bed. Say goodbye to complicated recipes, prep work, and entertaining the whole family with these simple, fun, and beautiful breakfast-in-bed ideas. Plus, download a special (and free!) gift at the end of this list!
Make Kid-Approved Animal Pancakes & Deliver Alongside His Fave Vinyl Record
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Dad is the original hipster (remember those aviator sunglasses and short shorts?) and even though vinyl records may be what cool kids nowadays are into, good 'ol Dad has always been into them. To kick start this list of Father's Day breakfast ideas, get the kids involved with animal-shaped pancakes for breakfast in bed that will be sweet music to his animal ears.
How To: Animal Pancakes
How To: Animal Pancakes
Let The Kids Get In On The Fun With This Breakfast In A Box
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Breakfast in bed may be fun or romantic, but it's undeniably messy! Add kids into the mix and say bye-bye to your bedding. Enter this Mom-approved solution: Breakfast in a box. With everything neatly contained and organized, it's mess-free and easy for the whole family to enjoy in bed together.
How To: Breakfast In A Box
How To: Breakfast In A Box
Dad has been working hard and the family vacation continues to elude him. Bring hotel room service vibes to the bedroom. Nab a tray, classic silver teapot, coffee carafe, and all of the typical hotel fixings (sugar packets, mini Tabasco bottles, cream, and the morning newspaper).
Create Your Own Tray With An Old Crate
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Let Dad know you love him a waffle lot. Treat him to classic waffles, maple syrup and french-pressed coffee. Don't have a picture perfect tray to serve it on? Grab an old crate, turn it upside down, and voila! You have a rough and tough tray ready for some indulgence... just like Dad.
Mmm, nothing says 'I love you' like warm, homemade apple pie while still cozied up in bed (a treat for Dad and the kiddos alike). One up the sugary cereals with dessert for breakfast because, let's be honest, we all crave something sweet in the morning.
How To: Apple Pie
How To: Apple Pie
Feeling ambitious? Get really fancy with the kiddos and host a breakfast feast to rival a dinner party tablescape. Host it in the comfort of the bed or throw pillows and festive string lights on the floor.
Does "always hungry" accurately describe a dad in your life? Fill him up with this hash-heavy, ingredient-packed breakfast bowl of potatoes, eggs, bacon, and arugula. Serve it up with the Sunday newspaper for the ultimate man's morning.
How To: Potato Hash With A Sunny Side-Up Egg
How To: Potato Hash With A Sunny Side-Up Egg
No need to overthink things. Simply grab his favorite cereal and dress it up with bananas and cocoa nibs or make homemade granola the night before to have it ready to go in the A.M. After all, what fun is breakfast in bed if it's too much work?
How To: Banana & Chocolate Granola
How To: Banana & Chocolate Granola
Have your own pancake palooza complete with berry syrup, whipped cream, a LOT of fresh fruit and fresh juice for a sticky-sweet delight. Ride the sugar high and feel like a kid again with your belly full of Sunday morning's best.
How To: Berry Pancakes
How To: Berry Pancakes
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Quick brekkie idea: Granola Pots (think yogurt parfait) and avo toast. It's all about the display too. Use his favorite books as breakfast trays, pick some fresh flowers from the garden and voila! breakfast is served.
How To: Granola Pots
How To: Granola Pots
There's something to be said about the classics: eggs, toast and coffee. Serve it up as avocado toast (this doubles as keeping Dad on-trend) for a quick and delicious breakfast in bed that any dad will enjoy.
Inside Tip: Sprinkle red chili flakes on top if Dad can handle the heat!
Inside Tip: Sprinkle red chili flakes on top if Dad can handle the heat!
Looking to try something new that the kiddos can get in on? Make homemade doughnuts for dear 'ol Dad and get the kids in on the fun or simply run out and get his fave for the quickest (and tastiest) Father's Day breakfast in bed yet.
How To: Homemade Doughnuts
How To: Homemade Doughnuts
Have a big family, live somewhere beautiful, or just want to get outside? Stay in your PJs, grab some blankets and, of course, your breakfast accouterments, and have a cozy breakfast picnic! Keep it simple or go all out depending on Dad's dreams for his big day.
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We designed this custom Father's Day Menu just for you! Download it, print it out, and use it for your own Father's Day breakfast-in-bed bash. Let Dad make all his favorite selections before all piling back into bed!
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