Birthdays are a special day (no matter how old we are!)
As a parent, you want to make your child's special and memorable right from the start ... but you also don't want to spend hours in the kitchen.
One really simple yet creative breakfast idea for kids' birthdays -- whether they're turning four or fourteen -- is to make pancakes in the shape of their age. You can use cookie cutters or a steady hand to shape the pancakes, and then decorate them with whipped cream, fruit, or sprinkles.
Another fun idea is to create a breakfast bar with all of your child's favorite breakfast foods. Set out bowls of cereal, yogurt, fruit, and toppings like granola and chocolate chips. Your child can mix and match their favorite ingredients to create their own custom breakfast bowl. This is a great option if you're hosting a birthday sleepover and need to feed a crowd.
If you want to be a bit more adventurous and try a brand new recipe, here are 41 deliciously festive ideas.
Some are super sweet and almost like eating dessert, while others are more savory and protein-packed.
There's also plenty to choose from if you have a vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet.
These Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes are everything you think they are…and more. A delectable strawberry sauce, glorious cheesecake filling, and fantastically fluffy pancakes, all combined to create an experience that is truly divine. These Baked Donuts are soft and fluffy cake donuts coated in chocolate frosting then topped with festive sprinkles. A fun and easy treat that’s perfect for any breakfast or brunch gathering This Breakfast Charcuterie Board is perfect for Mother's Day, birthdays, or any special occasion with family and friends. It's easy to prepare and you can use a variety of ingredients to customize it to your needs. Here's a healthy birthday breakfast -- although you'd never know it from the look and taste. These Birthday Cake Oats are so easy to make the night before, so you don't have to rush to get everything ready in the morning. They taste amazing with plenty of rainbow sprinkles celebrating your special day. Start your special day with the best ever Bagel Breakfast Sandwich with crispy bacon, jammy eggs, and melty cheese. This sandwich is satisfying, filling, and the best way to start your day Birthday Bread is dense, moist, filled with funfetti rainbow sprinkles and topped with a sweet sugary glaze. It's perfect to enjoy as a birthday breakfast, snack, or after dinner dessert. Start your day with these easy Oatmeal Breakfast Bars that are soft and chewy and taste just like banana bread. Decadent, yet made with nourishing ingredients and packed with protein, this healthy oatmeal bars recipe couldn't be easier to follow and is totally plant based, made with no eggs, no milk and no butter. Is there anything better than warm pastries for breakfast? These Cinnamon Swirls couldn't be easier and they are filled with a warming cinnamon sugar and zesty orange, then drizzled with icing warm from the oven. These are a much easier version of cinnamon rolls. All the flavor, with minimal effort! These Unicorn Pancakes are not only the most adorable breakfast you’ll ever eat, but they also taste as good as they look Eating gluten free, but love toaster pastries? We've got you covered! These Gluten Free Pop Tarts are made of flaky pastry, jam filling and the perfect amount of icing. They are just like the real thing. These Oat Flour Pancakes are fluffy, tender, and absolutely delicious. The recipe is simple and easy, and the batter mixes up in under 5 minutes. The only flour you need to make these pancakes is oat flour, which makes them naturally gluten free. These yummy Nutella Waffles bring a touch of whimsy to any child's birthday breakfast. Not only are they light and crispy, but the rich, creamy Nutella topping takes these waffles beyond the ordinary. Adding fresh fruits like strawberries or bananas introduces a healthy element and pops of color, making these waffles both an eye-catching and palate-pleasing centerpiece to a birthday spread. Full of fun and sprinkles, this Funfetti Birthday Cake Banana Bread recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free. Moist, fluffy, and delicious, this naturally sweet loaf is just as quick and easy as the classic, with less than 10 ingredients and freezer-friendly. it's kid-friendly and perfect for a festive breakfast, dessert, or snack! Celebrate your kid's special day with our Birthday Acai Bowl recipe, a vibrant and nutritious start to your birthday festivities. This delightful blend of acai berries, fruits, and toppings offers a festive, healthy treat that's sure to add a pop of color and joy to your kid's day. Whip up a fun breakfast for the jungle lover in your home any day of the week with this quick and easy idea! They will love these Lion Themed Pancakes and you will love seeing them smile. Good morning, breakfast lovers! Are you ready to elevate your morning meal game? This Breakfast Banana Split is the perfect way to do it. This unique twist on a classic dish will have you coming back for more. These Funfetti Sprinkle Cinnamon Rolls take a little extra work, but they'll definitely be a birthday morning delight. Soft brioche style dough with colorful rainbow sprinkles, cinnamon sugar filling. and a super thick vanilla cream frosting make this an extra special treat. This recipe for Breakfast Sundaes is waffle cone cups layered with fresh fruit, Cheerios™ cereal and yogurt, then finished off with an array of fun toppings. A great way to make breakfast special You can cook the most delicious French toast sticks in the air fryer in minutes, with no need to fry it in oil or butter. Air Fryer French Toast is a quick and easy breakfast that the whole family will love. These delightful Birthday Cake Batter & Ice Cream Crepes embody the flavors of a birthday cake, with a luscious ice cream filling and a generous dollop of whipped frosting, adorned with an abundance of colorful rainbow sprinkles. They serve as an ideal morning treat for a birthday party sleepover, catering to children and anyone seeking a festive and celebratory start to their special day! Get a healthy, delicious, and easy birthday breakfast on the table in no-time with these Banana Double Chocolate Chip Pancakes. They're gluten-free, full of fiber, and the whole family will love them In less time than it takes to run to the donut shop, you can whip up a batch of Easy Pancake Mix Donuts. These delicious homemade cake donuts only require a few minutes time and a handful of ingredients. Thick, creamy, and indulgent, these Peanut Butter and Jam Overnight Oats make the best meal prep breakfast. Using a classic flavor combo, these dairy-free overnight oats help keep weekday mornings simple for busy moms. Upgrade your Baked French Toast Casserole with one made of challah soaked in a creamy egg custard topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar and sliced almond streusel. This overnight french toast casserole wins brunch! Surprise your little one while showing your love with these Heart Shaped Pancakes. They will love the strawberry topping, just add whipped cream for the ultimate birthday treat This Birthday Cake Protein Shake is the perfect start to a day of celebrations! Full of healthy plant-based ingredients, no added sugar (except for sprinkles), and no protein powder needed! Sip on this delightful concoction that tastes just like a scrumptious birthday cake in a cup Banana Pancake Bites use fluffy buttermilk pancake batter to coat banana slices for the perfect little bite-sized pancakes! These make a delicious brunch, special breakfast, or snack. These bite-sized Sweet Waffle Cookies may look like your typical breakfast staple, but don’t be fooled! The chewy texture and sweetness make them a perfect, simple dessert cookie the family is sure to love. These Birthday Brownies with White Vanilla Frosting and Sprinkles are perfect for any celebration. The brownies are fudgy and dense, and the 3-ingredient vanilla buttercream frosting is super easy to make. Sprinkles make everything better! It’s time to switch things up and add a little fun to your mornings with Funfetti Pancakes. Learn how easy it is to give homemade pancake mix an upgrade with sprinkles and frosting to create a tasty and colorful breakfast treat. A breakfast staple is taken to the next level with this recipe. French toast is coated in cinnamon toast crunch then pan fried and topped with maple syrup. It’s crunchy, sweet, and full of cinnamon from the inside out. A sweet omelette? Wait, what? You might not think a Sweet Omelette would work, but I promise you, this is the most delicious breakfast! If you're struggling to imagine this dish, think sweet soufflé, but made in a pan. Tik Tok Pancake Spaghetti is a deliciously unusual breakfast option. Rather than making pancakes the old-fashioned way, the pancake batter is piped to look like spaghetti. And strawberries look like the "meatballs." Very clever! Gluten-free Chocolate Pancakes! Are they breakfast, or dessert? You decide! Serve with maple syrup, or, how about a scoop of frozen yogurt or ice cream and caramel; sauce? We wouldn't suggest these often - but hey, it's your birthday! Make a fun birthday breakfast educational by trying something new and different. Danish Pancakes aren't flat, but made into little puffs of deliciousness. Aebleskivers are a fun breakfast kids will love making and eating Pancakes ... in the instant pot? Sure! These simple Instant Pot Pancakes are going to be your new best friend. Not only are they simple and easy to make, but they're literally the cutest Instant Pot pancakes bites, ever. Want a birthday breakfast that's more savory? This flavorful and easy to make Breakfast Croissant Sandwich is a change up from pancakes that will start your kid's day off right. Made with healthier ingredients than the classic, the brown sugar and cinnamon flavors in these Cinnamon Pop Tarts are just as delicious and they are so fun to make. Quick and easy Homemade Pop Tarts made with puff pastry and your favorite jam. These simple but fun breakfast pastries can be dressed up or down for any occasion. Cut them in fun shapes and top with sprinkles for a special birthday celebration! Homemade Oreo French Toast combines the creamy vanilla frosting and chocolate cookie flavors and encrusts it on top of fluffy slices of freshly made French toast. Then it all gets slathered with a homemade glaze! Take ice cream for breakfast to a new level by transforming it into a delicious Ube Mochi Waffle that's crisp on the outside & irresistibly chewy on the inside. This 4-ingreident birthday treat is so easy, the kids could make it!Birthday Breakfast Ideas for Kids
Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes
Baked Donuts
Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Birthday Cake Overnight Oats
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich
Birthday Bread - A Paige of Positivity
Banana Bread Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Cinnamon Swirls
Rainbow Unicorn Pancakes
Gluten Free Pop Tarts
Oat Flour Pancakes
Nutella Waffles
Funfetti Banana Bread (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Birthday Acai Bowl
Lion Pancakes
Healthy Breakfast Banana Split
Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls
Breakfast Sundaes
Air Fryer French Toast
Cake Batter & Ice Cream Crepes
Banana Double Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Easy Pancake Mix Donuts
Creamy Peanut Butter & Jam Overnight Oats
Baked French Toast Casserole
Heart Shaped Pancakes
Birthday Cake Protein Shake | Dairy Free
Banana Pancake Bites
Simple Waffle Cookies Recipe
Birthday Brownies with White Vanilla Frosting and Sprinkles
Funfetti Pancakes
Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast
Sweet Breakfast Omelette
Chocolate Pancake Spaghetti
Gluten-Free Chocolate Pancakes
Aebleskivers, aka Danish Pancakes
Instant Pot Pancakes
Bacon Breakfast Croissant Sandwich
Vegan Cinnamon Pop Tarts
Homemade Puff Pastry Pop Tarts
Oreo French Toast
Ube Mochi Waffles
Breakfast Fit for a Kid's Birthday: Fun and Delicious Ideas!
Stacey K says
Great ideas. My kid's birthday is 11 days away. Just enough time to practice before "game day"