75 Mother's Day Brunch Recipes to Make Mom Feel Special
Skip the crowds and treat mom to a fancy homemade meal.
What are you planning to do to celebrate Mother's Day?
Besides getting her that perfect gift and writing a card that thanks her for bringing you into this world, you're probably going to get together for brunch. But Mother's Day is the single biggest brunch day of the year and anywhere halfway decent is likely to be noisy and crowded — if you can get reservations at all.
Why bother with all that, when you can make her a special brunch meal in the comfort of your own home. As all those drawing she put on the fridge can attest, a hand-made gift is the best gift of all.
We've got dozens of Mother's Day brunch menu ideas here, from the easy-but-impressive to the over-the-top. And no matter what you make her, you know your mom will love it, because it came from you.
Prosciutto Egg Tarts
These easy-to-bake cups are ideal if you've got a big crew coming to brunch—you can get a dozen savory mains cooked all in one go!
Cornmeal Butter Biscuits with Chive Butter
These airy-light biscuits are a must-have side at any gathering.
Get the recipe for Cornmeal Butter Biscuits with Chive Butter.
Creole Shrimp Caesar Salad with Cheesy Croutons
Is mom a spicy seafood salad sort? This light lunch staple is a classic for good cause.
Get the recipe for Creole Shrimp Caesar Salad with Cheesy Croutons.
Hummingbird Bundt Cake
We took this classic Southern cake and turned into the perfect brunch topper.
Snap Pea Pesto and Shrimp Crostini
These light toasts have lots of fresh spring flavor. They make a great starter or hors d'oeuvre, depending on how fancy you want your brunch to get.
Snap Pea Salad with Feta, Almonds, and Prosciutto
This hearty spring salad pops with a creamy herb-packed dressing that'll make mom proud.
Get the recipe for Snap Pea Salad with Feta, Almonds, and Prosciutto.
Asparagus Frittata with Burrata and Herb Pesto
If you're looking for a more breakfasty brunch to celebrate mom, any old omelet won't do. Fresh asparagus, toasted pine nuts, and cream-filled burrata cheese take this over the top.
Get the recipe for Asparagus Frittata with Burrata and Herb Pesto.
Smashed Potatoes with Paprika and Cumin
There are so many great potato recipes out there, it can be hard to choose. This one, though, may be our very favorite.
Eggs Florentine with Homemade Hollandaise
Is there a more iconic brunch recipe? No. And with our foolproof hollandaise, there isn't an easier recipe, either.
Get the recipe for Eggs Florentine with Homemade Hollandaise.
Baked Deviled Crab
If you're looking for a Mother's Day dish that's both satisfying and a little special, we suggest you take a page from South Carolina's Lowcountry cookbooks, with this delicious baked crab.
Spring Crudités Board with White Bean-and-Pea Dip
One no-brainer dish to serve at brunch is fresh veggies with a dip. It's a snap to make, and both satisfying and tasty for guests. And this dip is to die for.
Spring Gin Flip
If mom enjoys a good gin cocktail, this fresh chamomile-flavored drink will have her doing flips! (Get it?)
Steamed Asparagus with Salt-Cured Egg Yolks
It takes about five minutes (and about a week of waiting) to make the ultimate grated garnish for a fresh pile of steamed asparagus.
Ceviche with Corn, Peppers, and Avocado
Popping with fresh produce and spice, ceviche is best made with ultra-fresh fish. Here, sugar and citrus cure red snapper, which retains its light, delicate flavor.
Salmon Patties
Canned salmon makes delicious and elegant patties for a Mother's Day brunch or supper, but fresh cooked—or even leftover—fish is much tastier!
Cucumber and Mint Lemonade with Tequila
Mix up a big batch of this stiff lemonade and guests can help themselves, so you're not stuck shaking a mixer all afternoon.
A Bouquet of Cupcakes
This Mother's Day, give mom a dozen roses she can sink her teeth into, with this delicious "bouquet" of cupcakes.
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
A smart use of puff pastry—and the delicious combo of deli ham and rich Gruyère cheese—make these both easy and irresistible.
Strawberry and Sparkling Rosé Punch
An elegant brunch cocktail has a way of just making everything better. Bonus points if it's uncomplicated!
Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs
The classic "caviar of the South" makes a perfect filling for deviled eggs.
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