Kick off summer with these favorite Father’s Day recipes! Whether you are throwing a party in your backyard or taking a dish to pass at a picnic, gathering or potluck, celebrate in style with these delicious recipes.
Show dad how much you care with these great recipes for the family. We have included meaty dishes, BBQ, bacon appetizers, sweet desserts and plenty of other options to make entertaining deliciously good! We have included both classic summertime recipes with a collection of new dishes to pass this year!
Classic Potato Salad – Swanky Recipes
{RECIPE ABOVE} Every backyard cookout needs homemade Potato Salad. Made with a simple vinaigrette that marinates the potatoes as it sits, this dish is one tasty recipe to serve for summer occasions.
Philly Cheese Steak Sliders – Sweet and Savory by Shinee
{RECIPE ABOVE} Savory Philly Cheese Steak Sliders with beef, gooey melted cheese and the fixin’s. Serve as an appetizer or as the main star for Father’s Day.
Jalapeno Poppers – Spend with Pennies
{RECIPE ABOVE} The only appetizer you’ll want for cookouts, summer holidays or parties. Serve as a snack, appetizer or a side dish. These Jalapeno Poppers make a great addition to any feast.
Apple Crisp – Home and Plate
{RECIPE ABOVE} You’ll want this Apple Crisp with fresh fruit and a dollop of ice cream or whipped cream for all your summer gatherings. It’s too refreshing to pass up!
Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad – Spicy Southern Kitchen
{RECIPE ABOVE} Lighten up any cookout with a side of Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad. This salad features fresh vegetables tossed with pasta.
Firecracker Chicken Meatballs – Little Spice Jar
{RECIPE ABOVE} Everyone will love these Firecracker Chicken Meatballs! If you’re anything like our family, saucy meatballs are at the top of the list. We love this recipe for any occasion.
Peanut Butter Mousse Cake – Life Love and Sugar
{RECIPE ABOVE} Because all summer desserts should have cake and chocolate. This Peanut Butter Mousse Cake has 3 layers to it with a delicious chocolate and peanut butter cup frosting, perfect for any summer occasion.
Barbecue Honey Pot Roast – Swanky Recipes
{RECIPE ABOVE} Tender and flavorful roast beef is seasoned to perfection and slow cooked for 10-12 hours in the crock pot. Pair this pot roast with baby carrots, green onions and coleslaw. Top on a bun, if desired.
Bread Pudding – Southern Bite
{RECIPE ABOVE} Because all occasions need a classic Bread Pudding. This dessert is one of my favorites and is always the first thing gone.
Pineapple Delight Dessert – Sugar Apron
{RECIPE ABOVE} This layered Pineapple Delight Dessert is classic summer dessert that our family loves to make for summer occasions. This will quickly become a favorite.
Meat Lover’s Pasta Salad – The View from Great Island
{RECIPE ABOVE} It wouldn’t be Father’s Day without a cookout and a Meat Lover’s Pasta Salad. Be sure to make this insanely easy and delicious dish to celebrate the day.
Lemon Herb Grilled Pork Chops – Spend with Pennies
{RECIPE ABOVE} Every cookout needs a good grill recipe. This Lemon Herb Grilled Pork Chops recipe has star worthy seasoning that is delicious and easy to prepare.
Soft Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies – Swanky Recipes
{RECIPE ABOVE} The ultimate soft and chewy cream cheese lemon cookie made with lemon zest and fresh squeezed lemon juice. These cookies have plenty of lemon flavor and a nice savory texture.
Grilled Steak and Potatoes – SideWalk Shoes
{RECIPE ABOVE} Classic Grilled Steak and Potatoes with a savory Chimichurri Sauce. There is nothing better than a good steak for Father’s Day!
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches – Flavor Mosaic
{RECIPE ABOVE} Take is easy this Father’s Day and make these Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches. Pair it with pasta salad and a summery dessert for the ultimate menu.
BLT Pasta Salad – Swanky Recipes
{RECIPE ABOVE} The best side dish this summer is BLT Pasta Salad. With classic BLT flavors with all the fixings, this recipe is a must for all summer occasions big and small.
No Bake Scotcheroo Pie – Julies Eats and Treats
{RECIPE ABOVE} Everyone will enjoy the delicious flavor of Scotcheroo Pie. If you’re looking for a fun, no-bake pie to celebrate summer with, you’ll want this recipe. It’s perfect with a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream.
Cookie Dough Chocolate Cake – Liv for Cake
{RECIPE ABOVE} This decadent layered Cookie Dough Chocolate Cake is the most amazing recipe to make for a crowd. If you love cookie dough as much as we do, you’ll want this recipe for special occasions.
Maple Bacon Crack – The Domestic Rebel
{RECIPE ABOVE} Mouthwatering Maple Bacon Crack aka bark. This dessert is insanely delicious. It’s both sweet and savory and can be made in large batches. Dad will love this recipe!
Shrimp Skillet – Poojas Cookery
{RECIPE ABOVE} If you’re anything like our family, we always have shrimp for special occasions. This simple Shrimp Skillet recipe deserves 5 stars.
