The Best Mother's Day Brunch Ideas (50+ Recipes!) (2024)

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Mother’s Day Morning Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas What to Make for Mother’s Day Brunch Drink Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Fresh Strawberry Lemonade Sparkling Rhubarb Raspberry Lemonade Raspberry Hibiscus Soda Mango Raspberry Sangria Condiments for Mother's Day Brunch Lemon Blueberry Sauce Strawberry Sauce Cinnamon Peach Syrup Raspberry Curd Orange Curd Grapefruit Curd Coconut Lemon Curd Savory Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Slow Cooker Ham with Honey Marmalade Mustard Glaze How to Bake Bacon Norwegian Salmon Gravlax Creamy Tarragon Chicken Salad Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich Cucumber Tea Sandwich with Radish and Watercress Egg Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Chard, Bacon, and Gouda Quiche Mini Crustless Kale and Broccoli Quiches Baked Eggs with Kale and Sausage Arugula and Chive Baked Egg Cups How to Cook Scrambled Eggs Quiche Lorraine Artichoke Potato Frittata Salad Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Asparagus Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette Citrus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing The Best Classic Potato Salad Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Prosciutto and Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette Balsamic Berry Salad Lettuce Cups Coffee Cake Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Blueberry Lemon Curd Coffee Cake Rhubarb Crumb Coffee Cake Bread Recipes for Mother's Day Coconut Lemon Banana Bread Lemon Blueberry Bread Coconut Lime Banana Bread with Lime Glaze Scone Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Toasted Coconut Scones with Almonds Blueberry Lemon Scones Strawberry Scones with Meyer Lemon Buttermilk Poppy Seed Citrus Scones Muffin Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Chocolate Orange Muffins Coconut Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins Dark Chocolate Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel Whole Grain Strawberry Oatmeal Muffins Other Sweet Treat Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch Meyer Lemon Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze Best Ever Homemade Waffles Whole Wheat Cinnamon Sugar Baked Doughnuts Baked Almond Joy Donuts French Toast with Caramelized Pears and Pecans Mother's Day Brunch Dessert Recipes Lemon Curd Pavlova with Raspberries Chocolate Sour Cream Cupcakes with Raspberry Cheesecake Buttercream No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Pots Cheesecake Mousse with Lemon Curd and Strawberries Strawberry Fool White Chocolate Lemon Coconut Cookies White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies Need More Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas for Your Special Day? Try These Easy Brunch Recipes At Home! Get More Recipes via Email!

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Mother’s Day Morning

In a perfect world, the Mother’s Day gift every mom I know wants is to have a day off for their big day.

Brunch is a great way to celebrate the mom in your life! Help them out by planning a special brunch in their honor. And don’t forget to take care of all the shopping, planning, prep, and cleanup, too!

Happy almost Mother’s Day! I hope all my mom readers out there have a wonderful Mother’s Day this year.

I can’t wait until Mother’s Day.

Not because I’m anxious for my family to celebrate me, but because in Colorado we get a long of back and forth between Winter and Spring during March and April.

Mother’s Day is the “unofficial” start of spring here.

Once Mother’s Day hits, you can start to count on the nice weather sticking around. Though this year we have been really lucky to have a lot of great weather before Mother’s Day!

All of the plants in the backyard that have been dormant for winter start to come alive again. The grass is green. And you can plant flowers without the risk of snow coming again (usually)!

I am so ready for more springtime weather and I’m already enjoying the way that the days are staying lighter longer and longer.

Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

For anyone who is planning a Mother’s Day Brunch for the mom in their life and looking for some inspiration, look no further!

Or maybe, like me, you are just looking to celebrate Spring! Either way, I have a great collection of some of our Favorite Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas.

Really, I had a hard time narrowing it down and the list quickly grew to over 50 delicious brunch recipes from drinks and condiments to savory recipes, crispy bacon, and of course plenty of sweet breakfast treats and Mother’s Day desserts for those with a sweet tooth!

What to Make for Mother’s Day Brunch

Mother's Day is just around the corner! It is always a fun opportunity to host a springtime brunch gathering with family. Here are some of our favorite brunch and seasonal recipes to inspire your Mother's Day brunch menu.

Drink Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Fresh Strawberry Lemonade

Nothing says spring like an ice cold glass of Fresh Strawberry Lemonade! This refreshing Mother's Day Brunch drink is so easy to make and the perfect way to use ripe strawberries during strawberry season, plus it makes a pretty, naturally colored pink lemonade.

Drink it just like it is, or use it as the base for your favorite adult co*cktail (maybe Mother's Day brunch mimosas!).

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Sparkling Rhubarb Raspberry Lemonade

A refreshing springtime lemonade made with a flavorful rhubarb-raspberry simple syrup mixed with sparkling water and served over ice.

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Raspberry Hibiscus Soda

This Raspberry Hibiscus Soda is a refreshing spring beverage for any social gathering. Raspberries not available? Strawberries, pomegranate arils, or orange slices also taste great!

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Mango Raspberry Sangria

This Mango Raspberry Sangria made with Rosé wine is perfect for spring and summer! This is a fun Mother's Day Brunch co*cktail to offer. You can switch up the fruit choices depending on what you prefer and what is available.

Condiments for Mother's Day Brunch

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Lemon Blueberry Sauce

This is a delicious lemon blueberry sauce to serve on cheesecake, yogurt, waffles, ice cream and more! Bonus: it can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries!

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Strawberry Sauce

This fresh strawberry sauce is another great recipe to serve alongside waffles, pancakes, yogurt and granola, ice cream, or cheesecake.

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Cinnamon Peach Syrup

A sweet, peach-y syrup with a touch of cinnamon that is perfect for spooning onto pancakes, waffles, French toast, ice cream, or just about anything!

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Raspberry Curd

A lovely red curd that's slightly tangy - perfect for spreading on scones or toast!

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Orange Curd

Orange Curd is a delicious way to use up extra oranges! Serve it with muffins, scones, toast, or yogurt and granola.

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Grapefruit Curd

Grapefruit curd is the perfect thing to make when you need to use up leftover egg yolks.

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Coconut Lemon Curd

This recipe for Coconut Lemon Curd is perfect for spring and any Mother's Day brunch!

Savory Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Slow Cooker Ham with Honey Marmalade Mustard Glaze

Learn how to make a slow cooker ham with this delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Ham with Honey Marmalade Mustard Glaze. The ham slow cooks during your busy day and comes out with great flavor thanks to the tasty glaze. Leftovers make great ham sandwiches!

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How to Bake Bacon

Bacon is one of thequintessential weekend breakfast foods. Learn baking bacon will yieldperfectly crispy, mess-free bacon with your Sunday morning breakfast.

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Norwegian Salmon Gravlax

Learn all about Norwegian Salmon and how to prepare this traditional recipe forNorwegian Salmon Gravlax.

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Creamy Tarragon Chicken Salad

This Creamy Tarragon Chicken Salad is the perfect chicken salad for a spring brunch. Serve it along side mixed greens or with your favorite rolls or croissants for a yummy spring sandwich.

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Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich

Thinly sliced, cool cucumbers are layered with mashed avocado and cream cheese spread on whole grain bread to make this satisfying Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich. Perfect for a Mother's Day Brunch Menu!!

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Cucumber Tea Sandwich with Radish and Watercress

These cucumber watercress sandwiches are the perfect finger food recipe for a springtime brunch. This tea sandwich recipe couldn’t be easier to make!

Egg Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Chard, Bacon, and Gouda Quiche

Quiche is always a favorite springtime recipe. This recipe features the addition of chard, bacon, and gouda for plenty of flavor. Serve it at your Mother's Day brunch gathering and wow your guests!

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Mini Crustless Kale and Broccoli Quiches

Mini quiches that are perfect for on-the-go, and healthier than the average quiche. Even your kids will love this!

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Baked Eggs with Kale and Sausage

These Baked Eggs with Kale and Sausage are delicious enough to add them to your Mother's Day menu, but they are easy enough to enjoy them for a weekday breakfast as well. This simple to prepare dish will make a big impact on your menu without much effort. If desired, you can swap spinach for kale or change up the meat (bacon or ham work well, too).

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Arugula and Chive Baked Egg Cups

These particular eggs are baked in a bed of fresh arugula with a bit of olive oil to soften it. Topped them with parmesan and fresh chives. Arugula and chives should be abundant during spring - you may even find them in your local farmer's market.

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How to Cook Scrambled Eggs

Soft and fluffy scrambled eggs are easy to make so long as you use the right method. In this post, I’ll explain how to cook scrambled eggs perfectly every time, whether it’s better to use milk or water in your eggs (or neither!), what to serve with scrambled eggs, and so much more!

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Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine is a perfect springtime egg dish. I love the combination of leeks and bacon. Quick is a great savory side dish for any brunch. Serve it alongside a green or fruit salad and something sweet.

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Artichoke Potato Frittata

Artichoke Potato Frittata is a great dish for a spring menu. I love artichokes and they pair well with potatoes in this tasty savory brunch dish. Frozen or canned both work, but if you can look for frozen - that is what I prefer in this recipe.

Salad Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Asparagus Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette

Nothing says spring quite like Asparagus! Asparagus Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette is a quick and easy salad made with fresh asparagus and quinoa tossed with a flavorful tarragon-mustard vinaigrette. A great, fresh and savory side to balance out the baked sweets on your brunch menu!

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Citrus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

The sweet and juicy fresh citrus in this salad is complimented by tanginess of this homemade Poppy Seed Dressing. The nuts add both protein and crunch, making this Citrus Salad a really flavorful dish to add to any healthy menu this year.

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The Best Classic Potato Salad

Summer Potlucks don’t seem complete without a big bowl of this Classic Potato Salad.Creamy mayo, celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, and of course plenty of potatoes make up this recipe.In our family’s opinion, it is simply the best potato salad!

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Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Prosciutto and Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

This salad features a mix of arugula, radicchio and baby kale is tossed with a simple lemon Dijon vinaigrette and topped with crispy prosciutto and fresh shaved parmesan.

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Balsamic Berry Salad Lettuce Cups

These Balsamic Berry Salad Lettuce Cups are a tasty light salad for warmer months. Serve as is for a vegetarian option, or add some grilled chicken strips if you'd like to incorporate protein to the recipe.

Coffee Cake Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Blueberry Lemon Curd Coffee Cake

This blueberry lemon curd coffee cake is perfect for a spring time brunch!

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Rhubarb Crumb Coffee Cake

This Rhubarb Crumb Coffee Cake is a delicious, seasonal spring coffee cake that would be perfect for any brunch gathering. If you like, add some strawberries to the rhubarb mixture for that classic spring strawberry rhubarb flavor.

Bread Recipes for Mother's Day

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Coconut Lemon Banana Bread

Classic Banana Bread just got a makeover with some coconut oil, shredded coconut, lemon juice and lemon zest. This version of Banana Bread is perfect for spring time.

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Lemon Blueberry Bread

This lemon blueberry bread is studded with juicy blueberries and topped with a simple lemon drizzle. This is such a simple quick bread recipe!

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Coconut Lime Banana Bread with Lime Glaze

Thanks to its bright, fruity flavors, Coconut Lime Banana Bread is perfect for spring baking. Serve this bread up for snacking, for dessert with some fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, or for your next spring brunch.

Scone Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Toasted Coconut Scones with Almonds

The scone recipe itself is a pretty simple recipe that features hints of lemon and coconut, but toasted almonds and coconut combine to make an incredible topping to these scones.

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Blueberry Lemon Scones

This recipe for Blueberry Lemon Scones is a simple scone recipe that features hints of lemon juice and fresh blueberries to a traditional flakey scone. They have a yummy, sweet lemon glaze.

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Strawberry Scones with Meyer Lemon

With fresh strawberries and a bag of Meyer lemons added to my grocery cart, these Strawberry Scones with Meyer Lemon were practically begging to be made.

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Buttermilk Poppy Seed Citrus Scones

Buttermilk Poppy Seed Citrus Scones make a tasty springtime scone. Use your favorite citrus zest in this recipe: grapefruit, lemon, or lime. Or, if you can find them, Meyer Lemons are perfect for springtime!

Muffin Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Chocolate Orange Muffins

This recipe for Orange Chocolate Chip muffins is super simple to bake! These muffins get their tangy orange flavor from plenty of fresh orange zest and fresh orange juice! Throw in some mini dark chocolate chips for an extra sweet treat.

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Coconut Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

The natural sweetness of the coconut paired with the tangy lemon is one of my favorite flavor combinations.I really enjoyed the texture that the shredded coconut combined with the poppy seeds offered.

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Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Studded with fresh blueberries and cubes of cream cheese, these blueberry cream cheese muffins turn out perfectly moist and flavorful every time!

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Dark Chocolate Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel

With dark chocolate and dark chocolate cocoa powder, these muffins are rich without being overly sweet.They are delicious on their own, but they pair quite well with a cherry jam too.

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Whole Grain Strawberry Oatmeal Muffins

One of the very best ways to enjoy this strawberries this spring is in the form of these Whole Grain Strawberry Oatmeal Muffins. When baked into a muffin, the strawberries become jammy, and gooey, and perfectly delicious!

Other Sweet Treat Recipes for Mother's Day Brunch

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Meyer Lemon Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze

For a spring take on the classic cinnamon roll, try this recipe for Meyer Lemon Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze. Their sweet and tangy taste is perfect for this time of year! These are one of my absolute favorite springtime treats!

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Best Ever Homemade Waffles

These best ever homemade waffles will be a hit with your family for Saturday morning breakfasts!

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Whole Wheat Cinnamon Sugar Baked Doughnuts

These baked cinnamon sugar doughnuts are given a nutritional lift with the addition of whole wheat flour.

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Baked Almond Joy Donuts

Quick and easy donuts that are baked, not fried, and taste like an Almond Joy Candy Bar! They're gluten-free, and much healthier than a traditional donut.

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French Toast with Caramelized Pears and Pecans

Make thisPear and Pecan French Toastfor a warm breakfast treat this weekend! You’ll love how classic french toast is taken up a notch with a caramelized pear and pecan topping.

Mother's Day Brunch Dessert Recipes

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Lemon Curd Pavlova with Raspberries

This Lemon Curd Pavlova is topped with fresh raspberries. You can make lots of mini pavlovas and serve them individually, or make one large pavlova as a dessert centerpiece.

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Chocolate Sour Cream Cupcakes with Raspberry Cheesecake Buttercream

These Chocolate Sour Cream Cupcakes are topped with a bright and delicious Raspberry Cheesecake Buttercream.

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No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Pots

No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Pots arethe perfect summertime dessert recipe. Delicious berries. Cold dessert. No turning on the oven. I love the individual serving sizes because it makes for such a pretty presentation.

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Cheesecake Mousse with Lemon Curd and Strawberries

If you are crunched for time like we were, this is just as tasty without the lemon curd and even easier to prepare. But if you have a little bit of extra time the lemon curd takes it just that much better.

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Strawberry Fool

Strawberry Fool is an easy fruit dessert recipe made with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.

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White Chocolate Lemon Coconut Cookies

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies get a make over with white chocolate, coconut, macadamia nuts, and lemon. These White Chocolate Lemon Coconut Cookies are the perfect spring and summer cookie with a little tropical twist

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White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies

Classic chocolate chip cookies get a make over.

These White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies feature cream cheese in the batter, bits of raspberry jammy goodness, and melty chunks of white chocolate. They’re the perfect spring cookie!

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