Best Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas for that Special Day

Mother’s Day brunch is basically our Super Bowl!

After years of burnt toast and cereal in bed (which was adorable when the twins were little), my family finally got the hint that mom wants something a bit fancier.

Not talking about anything complicated here!

Just some yummy food that I didn’t have to make myself.

My husband’s pancake skills have improved SO much since those early disasters when the kids were small.

Now they’ve got a whole system down, my daughter handles the table decorating and my son is in charge of keeping me out of the kitchen.

If your looking for some easy but special ideas that won’t stress out your family while they’re trying to celebrate you, these recipes are perfect!

Simple enough for kitchen beginners but still feel special for mom’s big day.

Tasty Mothers Day Brunch Meals to Make

Want to make Mom feel super special this Mother’s Day without spending hours in the kitchen?

These simple but impressive brunch ideas will have everyone thinking you turned into a master chef overnight while still giving you plenty of time to actually enjoy the day with your favorite mom!

Maple Pecan French Toast Roll Ups

Need a quick but fancy-looking Mother’s Day brunch idea?

These Maple Pecan Roll-Ups are so good and the kids won’t complain about eating them!

You need:

• 8 slices white bread (crusts cut off)
• 4 oz softened cream cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons cinnamon & sugar mix
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Real maple syrup

Just roll up bread with cream cheese inside, dip in egg mixture, and fry in butter. Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle extra pecans on top!

Super easy but looks like you spent way more time than you actually did. Perfect for busy moms who deserve something special without the stress!

Blueberry Pancakes

These blueberry pancakes are a total hit with the twins! Perfect for a special Mother’s Day breakfast without tons of work.

You need:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/4 cups milk
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup fresh blueberries

Just mix everything except berries, fold those in last, and don’t overmix! Wait for bubbles before flipping.

Super easy and everyone thinks you worked way harder than you actually did. More time to enjoy your coffee while the family does the dishes!

Feta & Broccoli Frittata

Want to wow Mom without spending all morning in the kitchen?

This Feta & Broccoli Frittata is my secret weapon! Looks super fancy but takes like 20 minutes of actual work.

You need:

• 8 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 cups broccoli florets (chopped small)
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 medium onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)

The best part about this for Mother’s Day?

You can make it while Mom relaxes with coffee! Just saute the veggies, pour eggs over, add feta and bake.

Pairs perfectly with mimosas and gives Mom a break from cooking.

It’s definately the best gift a mom could ask for on her special day!

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are total brunch goals for Mother’s Day!

I want to make these as a “trial” for when my husband has to make these for Mother’s Day.

You need:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup yogurt or sour cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the glaze (because everything is better with glaze!):

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice

These are super easy to mix up and the house smells AMAZING while they bake.

Surprise Mom on her special day without making a huge mess in the kitchen.

Fruit Tart

OMG this Fruit Tart looks like something from a fancy bakery but is actually so doable!

Show Mom some love without spending a fortune on this brunch idea.

You need:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)
• 1 egg yolk
• 2-3 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the topping:

• 2 cups assorted fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, raspberries)
• 1/4 cup apricot preserves (melted)

You can totally cheated and use a pre-made tart shell to make it easy on family.

But making the crust from scratch is actually pretty easy if you have time!

Breakfast Tacos

Need a Mother’s Day breakfast that’s not the same old boring stuff? These breakfast tacos are seriously a family obsession!

Even my mother-in-law asked for the recipe last time she visited.

You need:

• 8 small flour or corn tortillas
• 6 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 lb breakfast sausage or bacon
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mexican blend)
• 1 avocado (sliced)
• 1/2 cup fresh salsa
• Hot sauce (optional)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Super customizable so Mom can add exactly what she wants!

I like to set everything out buffet style so everyone can make their own. Way less pressure than trying to make everything perfect.

These are great for Mother’s Day because it feels special but not too fussy.

Plus most of it can be prepped ahead so you’re not running around like a crazy person while Mom is trying to relax!

Broccoli & Potato Quiche

Looking to impress Mom without slaving in the kitchen all morning?

This Broccoli & Potato Quiche is my go-to for Mother’s Day brunch!

Looks fancy but is actually super forgiving.

You need:

• 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought saves SO much time)
• 2 cups broccoli florets (chopped small)
• 1 medium potato (diced small)
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup half and half (or milk)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Get your child or children to help make this for memories!

I love this recipe because you can prep it the night before and just pop it in the oven in the morning.

Great for us moms who need that extra cup of coffee before functioning!

Serve it with a simple side salad and Mom will totally think you channeled your inner chef.

Just don’t tell her how easy it actually was!

Vanilla Donuts

These homemade Baked Vanilla Donuts are basically the perfect Mother’s Day surprise!

So much easier than dealing with hot oil and the kids can actually help make them.

You need:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt

For the glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sprinkles (because sprinkles make everything better!)

You’ll need a donut pan for these but trust me it’s worth the investment! You can grab on at Target.

These are super quick to mix up and bake in just 10 minutes! Perfect for surprising Mom without waking up at the crack of dawn.

Serve these with her favorite coffee and let Mom relax while you handle the cleanup.

Thats what Mother’s Day is really about after all!

Strawberry Danish

Want to really wow Mom this Mother’s Day?

These Strawberry Danish pastries look super fancy but are actually so easy thanks to my little shortcut!

The twins always think I’m some kind of baking wizard when I make these.

You need:

• 1 package puff pastry sheets (thawed)
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
• 1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (the chunky kind)

For the glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

You can cheat and use store-bought puff pastry because who has time to make that from scratch?

The secret is all in how you fold the pastry to make it look like it came from a bakery.

These are perfect for Mother’s Day because you can assemble them the night before and just bake in the morning.

The house smells AMAZING and Mom will think you got up at 5am to make them from scratch!

Serve with coffee and maybe a mimosa because its Mother’s Day and Mom deserves both caffeine and champagne, am I right?

Berry Bread Pudding

This Berry Bread Pudding is my secret weapon for Mother’s Day brunch!

It looks super impressive but is actually one of the easiest things ever.

You need:

• 1 loaf day-old french bread or challah (about 8 cups cubed)
• 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)

For serving:

• Maple syrup or powdered sugar
• Extra berries for garnish

I love this recipe because you can prep it at night when the kids are in bed and just pop it in the oven in the morning.

No stress no mess!

This is perfect for showing Mom some love without having to wake up at the crack of dawn.

Eggs Florentine

Want to make Mom feel like she’s at a fancy brunch spot without leaving home?

These Eggs Florentine are totally my go-to for impressing on Mother’s Day! They look super fancy but aren’t actually that hard.

You need:

• 4 English muffins (split in half)
• 8 large eggs
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the hollandaise sauce:

• 3 egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup butter (melted)
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• Salt to taste

I’m not gonna lie the hollandaise used to intimidate me SO much!

I totally messed it up the first time I made it and it was a clumpy disaster.

But now I’ve got it down and the trick is whisking constantly.

Pro tip from a mom who’s been there: If you’re nervous about poaching eggs just do them one at a time.

And if the hollandaise breaks just start over. No one will know!

Mom will feel so spoiled and you’ll feel like a kitchen rockstar.

Breakfast Enchiladas

OMG these Breakfast Enchiladas are an easy Mother’s Day brunch!

They’re like a mix between breakfast burritos and enchiladas that everyone will enjoy.

You need:

• 8 large flour tortillas
• 8 eggs (scrambled)
• 1 lb breakfast sausage or bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 2 cups hash browns (thawed if frozen)
• 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, cilantro, hot sauce

The best part about these? You can make them the night before!

Just assemble everything, cover with foil and refrigerate, then bake in the morning while you make Mom her coffee.

These are perfect for Mother’s Day because they feed a crowd if you’re having grandma over too AND they’re not the same boring breakfast casserole everyone always makes.

Lemon Tart

This Lemon Tart is basically sunshine on a plate for Mother’s Day!

It’s bright and happy just like Mom deserves. I made this last year and even my mother-in-law asked for the recipe which is basically a kitchen miracle.

You need:
For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)
• 1 egg yolk
• 2-3 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Pinch of salt

For decoration:

• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Fresh berries or mint leaves

I won’t lie to you this isn’t the quickest recipe but its totally worth it for Mom’s special day!

The secret is using really fresh lemons. Those sad ones that have been in the fridge for weeks just won’t cut it! Trust me I learned that the hard way.

This tart looks super impressive but is actually pretty foolproof.

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a winner in my house!

The twins request this basically every weekend.

You need:

• 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
• 1 lb breakfast sausage (browned and drained)
• 8 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped green onions, hot sauce

This is seriously the easiest thing ever because you can prep it the night before!

Just throw it all together, refrigerate overnight and pop it in the oven in the morning while you make the coffee.

Strawberry Muffins

These Strawberry Muffins are basically spring in a muffin wrapper!

Perfect for surprising Mom on Mother’s Day morning with something sweet that’s not too complicated.

You need:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg (lightly beaten)
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (diced)
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for topping (optional)

These are super easy to mix up and the house smells AMAZING when they’re baking!

Your family can make them while everyone’s still sleeping so you can wake up to the smell of fresh muffins.

Mom deserves to be spoiled without you spending hours in the kitchen!

Fun and Quick Mother’S Day Brunches Everyone Will Love

You don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to create a Mother’s Day brunch that’ll make Mom feel super special and appreciated.

These quick and easy brunch ideas look totally impressive and wont’ take all morning, giving you more time to actually celebrate with the family.

Cinnamon Rolls

These shortcut Cinnamon Rolls are IT for Mother’s Day morning!

I use refrigerated crescent roll dough (total time-saver), spread with butter, cinnamon and brown sugar, then roll up and slice.

They bake in just 15 minutes and the twins always fight over who gets to drizzle the frosting. Mom will think you spent hours in the kitchen but your secret’s safe with me!

Sourdough Waffles

These Sourdough Waffles will totally upgrade your Mother’s Day brunch!

The secret is using sourdough starter which gives them this amazing tangy flavor.

I prep the batter the night before (when the kids are in bed) and just add the final ingredients in the morning.

Top with fresh berries, powdered surgar and real maple syrup, and you will think you ordered from her favorite brunch spot!

Ham and Cheese Crepes

These Ham and Cheese Crepes look totally fancy but are actually super doable for Mother’s Day!

Just fill your egg mixture with ham, cheese, and maybe some spinach if you’re feeling extra.

Perfect for making her feel special without stressing yourself out.

Ham and Egg Croissant Sandwiches

These Ham and Egg Croissant Sandwiches are perfect for a quick but special Mother’s Day breakfast!

Store-bought croissants are the secret weapon here, just slice them in half and layer with ham, eggs (however Mom likes them), and cheese.

They look like fancy cafe sandwiches but take less than 15 minutes to make!

Banana Bread

This Banana Bread is yummy for Mother’s Day because you can make it the day before!

I use those spotty bananas the twins refuse to eat (too many “dots”).

You can use a splash of vanilla and cinnamon for this recipe.

It’ll make the house smell amazing.

Just have the family warm up a slice in the morning, add a little butter, and serve you breakfast in bed with your coffee.

Easy but made with love , and that’s what Mother’s Day is all about!

Bacon Brunch Ring

This Bacon Brunch Ring is a total Mother’s Day showstopper but so easy!

Just arrange refrigerated crescent roll dough in a circle, fill with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon and cheese, then fold the points over and bake.

It looks super fancy but takes less than 30 minutes total.

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

This Sour Cream Coffee Cake looks pretty for Mother’s Day morning!

With the cinnamon streusel layer in the middle AND on top everyone will want seconds.

It’s fancy enough for Mom’s special day but easy enough that you’re family won’t be stuck in the kitchen forever.

Breakfast Salad

This Breakfast Salad is a nice lighter Mother’s Day brunch option!

Just top mixed greens with crispy bacon, soft boiled eggs, avocado and a simple honey mustard dressing.

Your family can prep everything the night before and just put it together in the morning.

It’s fresh, colorful, and makes Mom feel like she’s at a fancy cafe without anyone spending hours in the kitchen.

Fabulous Brunch Ideas Mother’s Day

See? You don’t need professional cooking skills to create an amazing Mother’s Day brunch!

These quick recipes are perfect for showing Mom you care without spending all morning in the kitchen.

So, share this with your husband and give him a big hint of what you want for your Mother’s Day brunch!

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