30 Mother's Day Brunch Recipes for a Special Celebration (2024)

55 Very Special Mother’s Day Desserts

Strawberry and Toasted-Sesame Scones

What could be better for a Mother's Day brunch than these simple scones packed with sunny strawberry flavor? Make them ahead of time and freeze, baked or unbaked, so you can focus on other dishes that morning.

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Baked French Toast

Wow your mom with this brunch mashup that's a mix of the world's best breakfast sandwich and a classic egg-and-cheese strata. Prep it up to a day in advance, then slide it into the oven and watch it puff up into this dramatic, delicious, easy-to-slice feast.

Easy Cheese-and-Jam Danishes

Using store-bought puff pastry makes these cream-cheese-filled, jam-swirled beauties a cinch to make. While they aren't technically Danish pastries because they aren't made with a yeasted dough, they're still sure to delight Mom. You can make them a day ahead if you like.

Favorite Buttermilk Pancakes

A stack of pancakes makes a stellar Mother's Day brunch dish, especially when you serve them with whipped cream, strawberries, and maple syrup—it's like having strawberry shortcake for breakfast!

Easy Eggs Benedict

You can take this luxe Mother's Day brunch dish in any direction: classic, or dressed up with caramelized tomato or crabmeat.

Smoked-Salmon Flatbread with Pickled Beet

If Mom loves bagels and smoked salmon, make her this brunch appetizer that takes the cream cheese and salmon combo to new heights. Use store-bought pizza dough for the flatbread and Boursin in place of cream cheese; it's packed with flavorful garlic and herbs.

Asparagus Custard Tart

Plan to bake this eggy tart for your special brunch, then keep on scrolling for more ideas. That's right: This one is so easy to make that you'll want to whip up something else, too. The filling, a spectacular combination of Gruyère, goat cheese, and cream is studded with spring's most sought-after vegetable: asparagus. What's more, it's made with store-bought puff pastry, which makes it easy on the cook and gives the finished tart an impressive look.

One-Bowl Buttermilk Waffles

Get ahead on Mother's Day brunch prep by making these freezer-friendly one-bowl waffles. As easy to prepare as they are to clean up, the sweet breakfast can be served hot off your waffle iron or reheated from frozen.

Pear-and-Raspberry Baked French Toast

Thick slices of challah soak up the custard in this casserole, while Bosc pears and fresh raspberries add just the right amount of sweetness. The best part? You can prep the whole thing in advance and bake it just before brunch.

Roasted Radish Tart

This creative cauliflower tart lets you present present Mom with an edible bouquet of blooming watermelon radishes that sit atop a deliciously creamy base.

Watercress, Strawberry, and Toasted Sesame Salad

Need proof that opposites attract? This salad, with peppery watercress and honeyed strawberries, is it. Plus, the bright, beautiful dish—which includes feta, toasted sesame seeds, and roasted tamari almonds—comes together in a snap. It's the perfect side dish for your Mother's Day brunch.

Cinnamon Rolls

Celebrate Mom with these irresistible sticky-sweet cinnamon buns finished with a tangy cream cheese glaze.

Asparagus With Blender Hollandaise

Bring some green to brunch with this easy take on the classic pairing of asparagus and Hollandaise sauce. Made in the blender, the sauce comes together in seconds.

Fruit Platter With Whipped Ricotta

This unique fruit salad includes sliced raw fruit along with poached peaches, whipped ricotta, and digestive biscuits. It's a lovely finish for a Mom's Day brunch.

Dutch Baby With Ham and Chives

Easy but impressive, this eggy pancake puffs up like a soufflé when it bakes and will delight Mom (she doesn't have to know it's more hands off than basic pancakes!).

Bell Pepper Egg-in-a-Hole

Peppers and eggs are a winning combination, and this smart recipes puts them together brilliantly. Serve them on multigrain toast to sop up the sunny yolks.

Baked Cake Donuts

Donuts in a rainbow of festive hues are just the thing for Mother's Day brunch. Let Mom have her pick from powdered, glazed, or smothered in toasted coconut.

Cinnamon Toast

Tell Mom you love her by spelling it out with cinnamon sugar on toast. Bonus points if you pair it with a fruit-on-the-bottom, hearts-on-the-top yogurt parfait.

Zucchini Muffins

These baked treats call for orange, cinnamon, anise, and cardamom, along with grated zucchini, giving them nuanced flavor you don't often find in muffins.

Baked Oatmeal for a Crowd With Berries and Seeds

The perfect way to whip up oatmeal for a group, this hearty casserole is even more delectable when served with extra maple syrup.

Swiss Chard Frittata

This healthy egg dish includes sautéed chard, along with roasted tomatoes and tangy feta for bright bursts of flavor.

Scrambled-Egg and Sausage Pocket Pastries

Start Mom's day off right with this savory, grown-up take on pop tarts. They're filled with a tasty mixture of scrambled eggs and breakfast sausage and can be made ahead and frozen. Use our step-by-step guide to get them just right.

Potato-Crusted Herb Quiche

A quiche is always a good idea for brunch, especially when it's this beautiful! Mom is sure to ooh and ahh over the gratin-like potato crust and artfully arranged herb filling.

Lemon-Poppy Seed Buttermilk Biscuits

Lemon zest and poppy seeds amp up these fluffy, cloud-like biscuits. Lightly sweetened whipped cream and sliced strawberries take them over the top.

Ham and Egg Crepe Squares

Breakfast never looked so elegant. These crepes are lined with Black Forest ham—and there's also a sunny-side-up egg peeking out of each.

Yogurt Panna Cotta With Strawberries and Granola

Make ordinary Greek yogurt brunch-worthy by turning it into a luscious vanilla panna cotta. Top with strawberries and Mom's favorite granola.

Hot Ham-and-Cheese Croissant

These decadent croissants are a snap to make. They combine store-bought pastries with Swiss and Gruyère, along with a bit of Dijon mustard and a slice of ham. Bake them until crisp and serve.

Bacon, Egg, and Toast Cups

A fun twist on a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, these cups are a guaranteed Mom-pleaser. The recipe is super versatile: Use crumbled sausage or spinach instead of bacon, or sprinkle with Parmesan or Mom's favorite cheese.

Glazed Lemon-Ginger Scones

These lively buttermilk scones have three kinds of ginger (fresh, dried, and crystallized) and are finished with a lemon glaze. Pair them with coffee, tea, or a glass of Champagne to toast Mom with.

Pansy Pancakes

Pancakes and flowers are hallmarks of Mother's Day, so why not combine them for the ultimate brunch dish? These buttermilk flapjacks burst with edible blossoms, thanks to a quick cooking time that preserves their vivid colors.