It’s said that the way to a man’s heart is through the stomach. Lean into that this Father’s Day and show your dad some culinary love.
We have some truly excellent Father’s Day recipes to show your dad just how much you appreciate the cheesy jokes, the life lessons and all the ways he’s shown up for you over the years.
Rise and shine with Dad
Doughnuts with Dad? Oh yes. These chocolatey S’mores Doughnuts topped in Cocoa PEBBLES™ cereal, graham crackers and marshmallows give specialty donut shops a run for their money. Bonus: They’re easy to transport.
Another Father’s Day breakfast classic made better with the crunch of cereal is Crunch Cereal-Crusted French Toast. The nutty crunch of Honey Bunches of Oats™ adds a gourmet touch your dad is sure to love.
Looking for something a little lighter for your Father’s Day brunch? Try these Sweet and Savory Mango Spears. Topped with a mix of lime, chili, salt and Honey Bunches of Oats cereal, these juicy spears with a zesty kick are summertime perfection.
Center of the plate for the center of your world
We have not one, but two recipes for Father’s Day—Crispy Cereal-Crusted Shrimps and Barbara’s™ Cheese Puff Chicken Poppers. Both are great picks for the main course or snack.
The shrimp are battered in a Honey Bunches of Oats cereal, which adds a touch of golden sweetness and a satisfying crunch to the tender shrimp.
The chicken poppers are dredged in Barbara’s Original Cheese Puffs and fried to golden perfection. Salty and cheesy, these chicken tenders are extra delicious smothered in ranch.
Dad, you take the cake
One of our favorite ways to spoil dad is with a killer dessert. We’ve rounded up a variety of dad-approved cakes, fruity crisps and cookie recipes for Father’s Day.
Option one is this Banana Nut-Chocolate Chip Crumb Cake. The buttery, chocolate-infused cake base and Great Grains™ Banana Nut Crunch™ cereal topping are an excellent mashup of flavors and texture. This Father’s Day cake recipe is easy to make and pretty much guaranteed to disappear fast.
If your dad’s a candy bar fan, making these Puffins™ Peanut Butter Cups is a no-brainer. He’ll be impressed by your ability to not only replicate, but also improve upon the store-bought variety. Want another great mashup of peanut butter and chocolate? Try these Peanut Butter and Cocoa PEBBLES Chocolate Whoopie Pies.
If a good cookie is more up your dad’s alley, this simple Peanut Butter Cookie recipe is a great option. All you need are three simple ingredients you likely have on hand to whip up these melt-in-your-mouth treats.
Last, but not least, you can embrace the fruits of the season with this Cherry-Almond Crisp. Featuring juicy Bing cherries and the sweet crunch of Honey Bunches of Oats with Almonds cereal, this summery crisp hits all the right notes.
Thanks for all the times you monkey around
Dads are known to monkey around, and we love them for it. Thank him for not taking himself too seriously by pairing one of these monkey-themed eats with a clever, punny card or note.
This Crunchy Monkey Bread is a great (and delicious) way to celebrate dads who are sweet, warm and a little bit nutty. This works well as a Father’s Day breakfast recipe or as a heavenly dessert.
Another great option for your favorite goofball is Monkey Munch. It’s puppy chow adjacent, but with Honey-Comb™ cereal at the center of each chocolatey bite. A prep time of just 5 minutes means more quality time with dad.
Show dad you’re bananas about him with these Frozen Banana Treats. Embodying all the deliciousness of a chocolate-coated ice cream bar with none of the guilt, these simple treats will brighten his day.
… And for keepin’ it chill
Cool and smooth (just like Dad), this No-Bake Cocoa PEBBLES Cereal Chocolate Cheesecake is a sure winner with chocolate lovers.
For a perfect summer treat on a chill afternoon, serve Dad this Key Lime Parfait. Zesty lime yogurt, fresh bananas, tropical kiwi and sweetened Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Wheat’n Bran cereal make this a cool and refreshing treat, perfect for the patio, pool or after a round of golf.
Nostalgic and classic, an Ice Cream Sandwich channels some serious dad vibes. Vanilla ice cream sandwiched between your favorite peanut butter cookies (peep the recipes above) and rolled in a mix of Malt-O-Meal™ Honey Graham Toasters™ cereal and white chocolate chips—this take on the classic treat knocks it out of the park.
The Best Food for the Best Dad
We might be a bit biased, but there are many reasons Father’s Day food gifts are a great option. Personal and endlessly customizable, food can be nostalgic or impressive, sentimental or surprising. It should always be delicious.
Looking for a few more menu options for Father’s Day weekend? You’ll find many more recipes dads are sure to love on our recipes page.