18 Fun Food Ideas You Can Make With Kids for Father's Day

Jill Mills

Father's Day is a great time to get the kids in the kitchen, and they will love creating these Father's Day food ideas for Dad on his big day! There's everything from snacks, breakfast, lunches and treats here and best of all—they're all delicious.

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Best Father's Day Recipes To Make With Kids

Most of these fun food ideas are super easy to make and sure to be a big hit with Dad. Bacon Hearts, Father's Day Marshmallow Pops, Lawn Mower Cake and Barbecue Grill Cupcakes will all make the special dad in your life smile and feel appreciated. There are also the cutest Barbell Cookies that take just minutes to make.

While we all know Dad will love anything you do for him on the #1 day devoted to Dads, he'll especially love these dad-friendly treats that look just as good as they taste.

Fun Father's Day Recipes

<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>These fun marshmallow pops are so easy to make and will make dad smile.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/easy-fathers-day-marshmallow-pops/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Father's Day Marshmallow Pops;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Easy Father's Day Marshmallow Pops</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/843817/andreagleeson/12-recipes-with-mini-marshmallows/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:12 Recipes With Mini Marshmallows That Are Too Good To Miss;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">12 Recipes With Mini Marshmallows That Are Too Good To Miss</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>This easy lunch is perfect for a sports-loving daddy.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/fathers-day-sports-lunch/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Father's Day Sports Lunch;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Father's Day Sports Lunch</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>Let the kids decorate an apple that looks just like dad!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/fathers-day-fruit-snack/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Father's Day Fruit Snack;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Father's Day Fruit Snack</a></strong></p>
<p>The Paper Mama</p><p>What could be better than bacon for Father's Day breakfast? </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://thepapermama.com/2012/02/bacon-hearts/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Bacon Hearts;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Bacon Hearts</a></strong></p>

The Paper Mama

What could be better than bacon for Father's Day breakfast?

Get the recipe: Bacon Hearts

<p>Candiquik</p><p>These workout-inspired cookies take only minutes to make!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://blog.candiquik.com/barbell-cookies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Barbell Cookies;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Barbell Cookies</a></strong></p>

Candiquik

These workout-inspired cookies take only minutes to make!

Get the recipe: Barbell Cookies

<p>Cake Central</p><p>Now Dad can have his perfect lawn and eat it too!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.cakecentral.com/gallery/i/2350793/fathers-day-lawn-mower-cake?search=lawn+mower+cake" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Father's Day Lawn Mower Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Father's Day Lawn Mower Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>The Peach Kitchen</p><p>These sweet treats are so much better than standing over the grill all day.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://www.thepeachkitchen.com/2013/01/barbecue-grill-cupcakes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Barbecue Grill Cupcakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Barbecue Grill Cupcakes</a></strong></p>
<p>Changing My Destiny</p><p>This cake is better than a hole-in-one!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://changingmydestiny.wordpress.com/2012/01/02/golf-theme-birthday-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Golf Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Easy Golf Cake</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1046549/pipandebby/best-fathers-day-cake-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:35 Brilliant Father's Day Cake Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">35 Brilliant Father's Day Cake Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>A refreshing snack to take dad while he's hanging by the pool. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/grape-golf-snack/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Grape Golf Snack;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Grape Golf Snack</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>Nothing says manly pie like a tool-covered crust.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/vons-guy-pie-for-daddy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Guy Pie;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Guy Pie</a></strong></p>

Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons

Nothing says manly pie like a tool-covered crust.

Get the recipe: Guy Pie

<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>Bring the grilling fun inside.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/grill-snack-for-dad-for-fathers-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Apple Grill Snack;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Apple Grill Snack</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>Eating these for breakfast will be like looking in a mirror!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/daddy-donuts-for-fathers-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Daddy Donuts;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Daddy Donuts</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>Cute and scrumptious for any dad.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/fathers-day-popsicle-cupcakes-with-free/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:POPsicle Cupcakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">POPsicle Cupcakes </a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons</p><p>Learn how to make hammers out of premade Rice Krispies Treats!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com/paint-brush-and-hammer-rice-krispies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Father's Day Hammer Treats;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Father's Day Hammer Treats</a></strong></p>
<p>Three Pixie Lane</p><p>If you know a dad who loves to fish...he will love these easy-to-make cupcakes!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://threepixielane.blogspot.com/2012/09/two-parties-fishin-and-lilly-picnic.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fishing Cupcakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Fishing Cupcakes</a></strong></p>
<p>Pint Sized Baker</p><p>Cake pops are perfect for a Father's Day party.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://pintsizedbaker.com/how-to-make-golf-ball-cake-pops/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Golf Cake Pops;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Golf Cake Pops</a></strong></p>

Pint Sized Baker

Cake pops are perfect for a Father's Day party.

Get the recipe: Golf Cake Pops

<p>Sweet Sugar Belle</p><p>Dad will love biting into one of these sweet mini golf courses.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.sweetsugarbelle.com/2015/05/decorated-golf-cookies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Decorated Golf Cookies;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Decorated Golf Cookies</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1145668/nettiemoore/dunkin-donuts-copycat-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:30 Best Dunkin' Donuts Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">30 Best Dunkin' Donuts Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Frugal Coupon Living</p><p>Golf-loving dads will love these for breakfast or dessert.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.frugalcouponliving.com/golf-donuts-for-dad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Golf Donuts;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Golf Donuts</a></strong></p>

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