Whether you are a mom or are celebrating a mom, most of us agree that brunch is the most delicious Mother’s Day tradition. But waiting in line for an hour before spending a small fortune on pancakes can definitely take away from the experience. That’s why we’ve started making brunch at home. Treating your mom to a fancy meal cooked at home shows her that you’re willing to put in the time to make her feel loved, and she’ll definitely appreciate the fact that she gets to share it with you. And if you’re a mom, it’s time to drop this link to someone who can take a hint and treat you to the sumptuous home-cooked Mother’s Day brunch you deserve. Whether you need recipes for moms who are vegan, gluten-free, or who love meat, we’ve got a recipe for your Mother’s Day brunch.
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Easy Pineapple Pancakes
Chef Elizabeth Reese.
Treat your mom to tropical tastes with these fluffy pineapple pancakes. Even if you’re having a rainy, gray spring, the sweet flavor of this recipe will make your mom feel like she’s on vacation.
Get the recipe at Chef Elizabeth Reese.
Lavender Lemon Scones
Frolic and Fare.
Prefer baking over cooking? Set up a sweet celebratory tea party for your mom, with these homemade lavender lemon scones front and center.
Get the recipe at Frolic and Fare.
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars
Tried and True Recipes.
We always like to have at least one sweet treat on the table for brunch. These sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb crumble bars taste like springtime, with a buttery crumble topping that makes them pair perfectly with coffee and tea.
Get the recipe at Tried and True Recipes.
Churro Stuffed Toast
Chef Elizabeth Reese.
This year, treat your mom to the best of two morning treats: churros and French toast, fused into one decadent brunch dish.
Get the recipe at Chef Elizabeth Reese.
Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Donuts
The Flavor Bells.
If you have an active sourdough starter, then you’re already on your way to impressing your mom. But if you show her that you can turn that starter into something as delicious as these sourdough cinnamon sugar donuts, she’ll really be proud.
Get the recipe at The Flavor Bells.
Cherry and Peach Crisp with Oat Crumble
Eats by April.
If you’re mom is gluten-free, check out this recipe. Peaches and cherries are cooked down until sweet and jammy, with a crispy oat crumble on top.
Get the recipe at Eats By April.
Cherry Muffins With Coconut Streusel
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Our Happy Mess
Filled with sour cherries and topped with a generous amount of coconut streusel, these muffins are so much more celebration-appropriate than plain old blueberry.
Get the recipe from Our Happy Mess.
Ham and Cheese English Muffin Breakfast Casserole
Image: Homemade Interest.
Homemade Interest
When mom’s idea of a tasty breakfast is a drive-through Egg McMuffin, give her what she truly wants this Mother’s Day: a plate of cheesy ham, eggs, and English muffin that’s a slightly fancier version of her favorite morning meal.
Get the recipe from Homemade Interest.
Mixed Berry Trifle
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Olive and Mango
What to pair with your morning mimosas? If you’re already drinking, you may as well do a little dessert-for-breakfast number and serve a trifle made with sweet bread, lemon cream, and ripe mixed berries (choose what’s in season in your area for the best flavor).
Get the recipe from Olive and Mango.
Baked Ham and Egg Cups
Image: Vibrant Plate.
Vibrant Plate
Low-carb breakfasts might not usually pack the visual punch of, say, a tall stack of pancakes, but cooking eggs with cheese in muffin tins filled with ham creates delicate cups that bring some sophistication to your brunch plate.
Get the recipe from Vibrant Plate.
Homemade Orange Rolls
Image: Chisel and Fork.
Chisel and Fork
Give your cinnamon rolls a springtime makeover by adding orange zest and juice to your dough, then brushing the cooked rolls with a citrus glaze before serving.
Get the recipe from Chisel and Fork.
Vegan Gluten-Free Lemon Coconut Blueberry Pancakes
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Eat With Clarity
Gluten-free vegan pancakes this delicious just might help convince your mom that trying new things can be a good thing. Oat flour takes the place of wheat, and coconut milk adds richness to the batter that results in cakes that are moist on the inside without being mushy.
Get the recipe from Eat With Clarity.
Spinach Frittata With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Feta
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Life Made Sweeter
Classic and classy, you can’t go wrong with a veggie-filled frittata.
Get the recipe from Life Made Sweeter.
Vegan Gluten-Free Blueberry Cornbread
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Spabettie
Cornmeal is the perfect starter for a gluten-free bread, and along with some all-purpose GF flour to keep the texture light and a load of fresh blueberries, it makes a delightful breakfast pastry.
Get the recipe from Spabettie.
Lemon Sweet Buns
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Indira Hampton/With Spice
Sunny lemon sweet buns, served with tea, make for a lovely brunch. Pair with homemade jam and clotted cream for a special treat.
Get the recipe from With Spice.
Keto Pulled Pork Breakfast Hash
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Cast Iron Keto
Meat-loving moms will lose it over a savory breakfast hash. Combine smoky pulled pork and robust veggies for a hearty breakfast that can stand up to a Bloody Mary or two.
Get the recipe from Cast Iron Keto.
Almond Croissant French Toast Bake
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Wild Wild Whisk
Make a trip to a nice bakery and pick up some day-old almond croissants. Once you soak them in a custardy batter and bake until puffy and decadent, no one will be the wiser.
Get the recipe from Wild Wild Whisk.
Pink Grapefruit Mimosa
Image: The Gourmet Gourmand.
Of course, no brunch is complete without a mimosa. We love this spin on the classic because of the gorgeous pink hue it creates and the delicious flavor.
Get the recipe from The Gourmet Gourmand.
A version of this article was originally published May 2019.
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