First birthday brunch food list for 25

For a late-morning first birthday gathering with 25 guests, including children. The food is brunch-style and easy to serve buffet-style.

What to get

  • Mini bagels

    36

  • Cream cheese tubs

    4

  • Scrambled eggs

    5 dozen eggs

  • Breakfast sausage links

    50

  • Hash brown patties

    40

  • Fruit salad

    6 lb

  • Yogurt cups

    24

  • Granola

    2 lb

  • Mini muffins

    36

  • Pancake platter

    50 pancakes

  • Maple syrup

    2 bottles

  • Coffee

    2 gallons

  • Orange juice

    2 gallons

  • Apple juice boxes

    12

  • Bottled water

    36

  • Birthday cake

    1 quarter-sheet

  • Smash cake

    1

  • Plates

    35

  • Cups

    40

  • Napkins

    75

  • High-chair wipeable mat

    1

  • Wet wipes

    2 packs

Who this list is for

This list is for hosts planning a first birthday brunch for 25 guests, including children and adults. It’s focused on easy-to-serve buffet items that work for a late-morning gathering.

How to use this list

Use the quantities listed to shop and prep in advance. Arrange the food on platters and in bowls for self-service. Double-check you have enough serving utensils and space for hot items like scrambled eggs and hash browns.

Don’t underestimate quantities—25 people go through food quickly, especially pancakes and mini muffins. Forgetting coffee or syrup is a common slip. Avoid complicated dishes and stick to what’s listed for simple serving.

What is on this list

You’ll need: 36 mini bagels, 4 tubs of cream cheese, enough scrambled eggs for 5 dozen eggs, 50 breakfast sausage links, 40 hash brown patties, 6 pounds of fruit salad, 24 yogurt cups, 2 pounds of granola, 36 mini muffins, a platter of 50 pancakes, 2 bottles of maple syrup, and 2 gallons of coffee.

Before guests arrive

Prep or warm food just before serving. Set out plates, napkins, and utensils. Keep hot items warm and replenish as needed. After the party, store leftovers safely and clean up serving areas.

FAQ

Who is "First birthday brunch food list for 25" for?

This list is for hosts planning a first birthday brunch for 25 guests, including children and adults. It’s focused on easy-to-serve buffet items that work for a late-morning gathering.

How should I use "First birthday brunch food list for 25"?

Use the quantities listed to shop and prep in advance. Arrange the food on platters and in bowls for self-service. Double-check you have enough serving utensils and space for hot items like scrambled eggs and hash browns.

What should I skip or avoid with "First birthday brunch food list for 25"?

Don’t underestimate quantities—25 people go through food quickly, especially pancakes and mini muffins. Forgetting coffee or syrup is a common slip. Avoid complicated dishes and stick to what’s listed for simple serving.

What is on the "First birthday brunch food list for 25" list?

You’ll need: 36 mini bagels, 4 tubs of cream cheese, enough scrambled eggs for 5 dozen eggs, 50 breakfast sausage links, 40 hash brown patties, 6 pounds of fruit salad, 24 yogurt cups, 2 pounds of granola, 36 mini muffins, a platter of 50 pancakes, 2 bottles of maple syrup, and 2 gallons of coffee.

What should I know about before guests arrive?

Prep or warm food just before serving. Set out plates, napkins, and utensils. Keep hot items warm and replenish as needed. After the party, store leftovers safely and clean up serving areas.

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