Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas make planning the perfect celebration simple and stress-free. If you’re searching for easy Mother’s Day brunch recipes, this handpicked collection of 50+ recipes. From make-ahead brunch dishes and sweet coffee cakes to refreshing drinks, vibrant salads, and crowd-pleasing main courses, these recipes have everything you need to spoil Mom. Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering or enjoying a cozy morning together, these brunch ideas will help you create a beautiful and delicious spread she’ll always remember.
Mother’s Day always brings back the sweetest memories. I used to sneak out of bed early (trying so hard not to make a sound!) and bake a coffee cake just for my mom. It became our thing. Every year, that warm, buttery cake was the perfect way to say “I love you.” Even now, all it takes is one bite of coffee cake, and I’m instantly back in those cozy moments—flour everywhere, the kitchen smelling amazing.
Create the Perfect Mother’s Day Brunch Menu
With so many delicious options to choose from, planning your Mother’s Day brunch menu has never been easier. Whether you’re aiming for a light and fresh spread or a full-on feast, mixing and matching from this collection of 60 recipes makes it simple to create a brunch Mom will love.
Start with main dishes like eggs, frittatas, and savory breakfast casseroles to anchor your menu. Add a few sides like roasted vegetables, crispy potatoes, or fresh fruit for color and variety. Don’t forget sweet touches like coffee cakes, pastries, and muffins for that bakery-style feel. And of course, round it all out with refreshing drinks and cocktails to toast the guest of honor.
Whatever you choose, this collection makes it easy to design a thoughtful and tasty Mother’s Day brunch menu that’s as special as she is.
Whether you’re keeping old traditions, starting new ones, or want to make Mom feel extra special, I’ve gathered some super-easy Mother’s Day brunch recipes to help you. From sweet treats to savory favorites, there’s something for everyone. Let’s take a look at these fun recipes!
Sweet Treats
This Blueberry Muffin Recipe is a breeze to whip up, and the result is pretty close to a doughnut in terms of taste! After baking, dunk them in melted butter and coat them in sugar for a seriously scrumptious dessert.
I love any dessert with citrus, and this Fresh Orange Scone Recipe has the perfect blend of orange and cranberry. The original recipe is from the Magnolia Table Cookbook by Joanna Gaines. Since I can’t have enough cookbooks, I bought it, and after skimming it, I immediately knew that I wanted to bake her scone recipe.
Chocolate Chip Scones (Creamy and Fluffy)
These creamy and fluffy Chocolate Chip Scones are the only scones you need in your cookbook. They are topped with a layer of raw sugar which makes their crust a bit crunchy.
Here’s an Apple Blueberry Crisp Recipe with a surprise twist of candied ginger. This unique twist on a classic dessert combines the natural sweetness of apples and blueberries with the warmth of cardamom and a zing of candied ginger. Top it with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, or enjoy it as a morning breakfast. Either way, you’ll love this classic blueberry apple crisp dish with a modern twist.
Strawberry Lemon Crumble Muffins
These Strawberry Lemon Crumble Muffins from Finding Lovely are the perfect blend of sweet and citrus! The top of the muffin is delectable and is a perfect recipe for a Mother’s Day brunch!
If you’ve ever been to a dim sum spot or a Chinese bakery, you’ve probably seen the famous Chinese Egg Custard Tart—golden, glossy, and impossible to resist. This recipe brings that sweet tiny treat home with a creamy filling made from eggs, milk, and vanilla, all tucked inside a lightly sweet crust. It’s simple, classic, and so satisfying.
Coffee Cakes
Coffee Crumb Cake (Sour Cream)
This Coffee Crumb Cake recipe is the ultimate morning treat, perfect for breakfast or brunch! This rich and buttery cinnamon coffee cake has a moist, tender cake. Inside, there’s a delicious layer of sweet brown sugar cinnamon streusel, while the top features a crunchy, sugary crumb that makes every bite completely irresistible. The addition of sour cream adds a delightful richness to each bite, ensuring the cake is moist without being overly dense.
With a thick swirl of cinnamon and an irresistible crumbly topping, this coffee crumb cake is a timeless classic that never disappoints.
The Best Blueberry Buckle Recipe
This dessert is seriously The Best Blueberry Buckle Cake Recipe. I recently added a yummy icing, and I’m so happy I made this change. This is the best little treat if you need something sweet with your coffee or tea.
Amazingly Good Sourdough Coffee Cake
Coffee cake is always a crowd-pleaser, but this Amazingly Good Sourdough Coffee Cake from Twelve on Main takes it to the next level. It looks incredibly moist, rich, and packed with flavor—just the thing to make Mom’s morning extra sweet. This beautiful cake would make the perfect addition to your Mother’s Day brunch menu and be a favorite on this special day.
Pancakes and French Toast
Have you tried Fluffy Japanese Pancakes? They’re incredible—light, airy, and even better with maple syrup. This version bakes in the oven instead of a skillet and uses whipped egg whites for that signature rise. You’ll need a ring mold to get the perfect shape. It’s a fun and unique recipe that’s perfect for special occasions!
This Pumpkin Brioche French Toast is a rich blend of pumpkin, egg, and spices, topped with sweet maple syrup. To call it French toast is inaccurate since it tastes like a fantastic bread pudding! This easy recipe makes it a breeze to create for breakfast.
Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day brunch and make Buttermilk Pumpkin Pancakes. The creamy tang of buttermilk combined with the rich and comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices creates a delectable treat that’s hard to resist.
These Cinnamon Sugar Pancakes are thin, dainty pancakes. They’re stacked with layers of sugary, cinnamony, and walnut-filled mixture. It’s a treat that’s delicate, absolutely one-of-a-kind, and oh-so-delicious.
Fruit
Greek Yogurt and Fruit Parfait
Greek Yogurt and Fruit Parfait is the best way to start the day. The blend of dairy and fruit is a filling and healthy breakfast. Sprinkle a little granola for a tasty crunch, sweet and creamy. Add whatever fruit you love and maybe a smidge of honey, agave syrup, or Stevia.
You’ll love this recipe if you’ve had The Original House of Pancakes’ Apple Dutch Baby. It’s an oven-baked pancake that’s easy to make, and you can serve it for breakfast, brunch, and dessert. It’s a light custard-like soufflé topped with cinnamon and nutmeg-drenched apples.
Here’s a fresh summer dessert recipe: the 4th of July Fruit Tart. It’s easy, with a sugar cookie crust topped with a creamy citrus lemon curd that’s sweet, flavorful, and perfect for summer. If you like fresh fruit, you’ll fall in love with this delicious fruit dessert!
My Favorite Mini Apple Tart with Custard
This Mini Apple Tart is a delicious little dessert wrapped in a wonderful sugary crust. The fun thing about this recipe is that if you have a special dinner party with friends, you can make each person their own serving size of this rustic apple tart recipe.
You’ll love this decadent and fruity Raspberry Puff Pastry Tart! It’s the kind of dessert you’ll love on your first bite. Its creamy filling pairs beautifully with the tartness of the lemon filling and lemon curd. The juicy raspberries and sauce on top create the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Mini Lemon Flower Tarts (Lemon Tartlets)
You’ve probably seen these Mini Lemon Flower Tarts all over social media. I jazz them up by adding colorful twists to my homemade cookie dough. Those springtime colors give these treats an extra pop! They’re not just adorable—they’re delicious, all thanks to that sweet, tangy lemon curd filling paired with the sugar cookie. Plus, they’re super easy to make!
Here’s an Apple Blueberry Crisp Recipe with a surprise twist of candied ginger. This unique twist on a classic dessert combines the natural sweetness of apples and blueberries with the warmth of cardamom and a zing of candied ginger.
Grilled Peaches Recipe (with Brown Sugar)
I’m amazed at how easy it is to make this Grilled Peaches Recipe. I sprinkle of brown sugar and a pat of butter and bake it on our BBQ. It’s so quick and easy to make. You’ll like this simple dessert if you want a delicious, fresh fruit dessert this summer and don’t want too many calories.
Peach Crisp with Fresh Peaches
This Peach Crisp with Fresh Peaches is a perfect blend of soft peaches and a crunchy topping. It’s an easy summer dessert and a relatively healthy recipe. To make it decadent, add whipped cream or a dollop of vanilla ice cream.
The Best Peach Cobbler with Fresh Peaches
This is my favorite Peach Cobbler with Fresh Peaches recipe! It’s an old-fashioned cobbler that is extremely easy to make and so delicious.
This Peach Galette Recipe is so simple to make and tastes delicious. I love that the fruit isn’t overwhelmed with a thick crust topped with a layer of turbinado sugar for a sweet, crunchy taste. If you’re crunched for time and want the flavor of a peach pie, then this is an excellent alternative.
Acai Bowls are a Healthy Protein Snack packed full of the superfruit Acai. This smoothie is in a bowl and topped with delicious fresh fruit, granola, and nuts.
Utah Montmorency Tart Cherries and an Easy Tart Cherry and Almond Galette Recipe
This Cherry Galette recipe from Jen at Tatertots and Jello is scrumptious! It’s the perfect blend of tartness and sweetness. This is an easy Mother’s Day Brunch recipe this year!
Main Dish
How to Make Creamy Scrambled Eggs
Over the years, my husband obsessed with making rich and creamy eggs without adding milk. He finally perfected his technique, and I’m sharing all his tips and tricks for scrambling eggs. Here are the secret tips on How to Make Creamy Scrambled Eggs.
The Perfect Ham, Egg, and Cheese Croissant for a Quick Breakfast
The Perfect Ham, Egg, and Cheese Croissant for a Quick Breakfast is a fabulous addition to a Mother’s Day brunch menu. This recipe is from Annie from Most Lovely Things!
Simple Five-Ingredient Brie and Crispy Prosciutto Appetizer
This easy, Simple Five Ingredient Brie and Crispy Proscuiutto Appetizer brings together salty prosciutto, creamy brie, and sweet fig jam in the tastiest way. Wrapped in golden pastry and topped with a bit of fresh thyme, it’s simple to make and guaranteed to impress without much effort.
Sheet Pan Steak and Chipotle Corn Tacos.
These easy Sheet Pan Steak and Chipotle Corn Tacos make the perfect savory addition to your Mother’s Day brunch menu. Packed with bold flavors and a touch of spice, they’re a fun way to mix things up and serve something Mom will love.
I can never say no to an easy, crustless Broccoli Frittata! It’s cheesy, satisfying, and so simple to make—plus, skipping the crust keeps it lighter without sacrificing flavor.
White Pizza Recipe Without Ricotta
This White Pizza Recipe Without Ricotta is an excellent alternative to traditional marinara pizza. The mozzarella flavors, goat cheese, roasted garlic, and onions are fresh and delicious!
Salads
Here’s a delicious Curried Couscous Salad Recipe that perfectly combines sweetness and heat! This recipe blends Pearl Israeli Couscous, roasted carrots, cauliflower, curry, cumin, cilantro, lime, and a bit of cayenne for heat. It is from a California restaurant chain, Mendocino Farms.
My husband created the Best Kale Salad Recipe. This salad has dried cranberries, nuts, red cabbage, and more. It’s topped with a creamy coleslaw dressing that combines well with the chopped vegetables and fruit.
This Warm Brussel Sprout Salad recipe is seriously delicious! It’s got brussels sprouts, creamy avocado, orzo pasta, a drizzle of maple syrup, a dash of cognac, and, the best part, candied bacon. These flavors come together so perfectly. Whether you want a side dish or a warm salad, this one’s a keeper!
Here’s an easy summer Grilled Stone Fruit Salad Recipe. This delightful fruit salad is a fusion of juicy grilled peaches and a variety of summer fruits loaded with berries, cherries, and more. This fruit salad with a twist is topped off with creamy burrata cheese and drizzled with sweet honey.
Spring Salad Recipe with Spice-Rubbed Salmon
Leslie from My 100 Year Old Home shares an easy Spring Salad with Spice-Rubbed Salmon recipe perfect for your Mother’s Day brunch menu. Topped with spice-rubbed salmon, this fresh and healthy salad is light, flavorful, and sure to impress.
Drinks
Strawberry Basil Cocktail Recipe
A Strawberry Basil Cocktail Recipe is the perfect summer drink, offering a delightful balance of sweet, herbaceous, and citrusy flavors. This vibrant cocktail, made with gin or vodka and muddled strawberries, which release their natural juices, blends beautifully with the herbal notes of basil and the crisp, smooth taste of your chosen spirit.
Simple Punch Recipe for Mother’s Day
Who doesn’t love a Simple Punch Recipe for Mother’s Day? This is a perfect drink for a simple Mother’s Day Brunch menu!
Easy Summer Mocktail Recipes are a must when the weather heats up and you want something cool and refreshing in hand. Think juicy berries, fresh citrus, and tropical flavors like coconut and pineapple—perfect for sipping by the pool, at a backyard BBQ, or just relaxing on the patio.
This fun and festive Mermaid Water Drink has coconut and pineapple flavors that are so refreshing and yummy. It’s a delightful cocktail that combines the tropical essence of pineapple juice, the mesmerizing blue hue of Blue Curacao, and the smooth, coconut-infused charm of Malibu Coconut Rum.
Starbucks’ Secret Barbie Drink Recipe is a frappuccino that is not listed on the menu, so be sure to request it! This version features strawberries, acai, coconut milk, vanilla syrup, dragon fruit, ice cubes, and whipped cream, all in a gorgeous pink hue reminiscent of the Barbie movie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, directed by Greta Gerwig.
This Grapefruit Mocktail Recipe with lime juice is a refreshing and tangy combination. The bitterness of grapefruit is nicely balanced by the sourness of lime juice, making for a delicious and zesty drink. Also, I like adding a dash of agave syrup to balance the tanginess. And if you want to make a killer fruity drink, crushed ice is a must-have ingredient!
Pineapple Cranberry Juice Drink
This Pineapple Cranberry Juice Drink, topped with vanilla ice cream, brings together cranberries’ tartness, pineapple’s tropical sweetness, and vanilla ice cream’s creamy goodness. It’s a refreshing and indulgent treat.
Here is a Super Fruity Sangria Recipe for an easy Mother’s Day Brunch. It’s a simple, delicious summer drink that’s great for entertaining.
Try this White Wine Sangria Peach recipe if you like a light and refreshing drink. This Sangria has a surprising twist: sparkling white wine with peaches. To elevate this cocktail, add plenty of fresh peaches.
Sun tea is such an easy summer beverage to make that it is also inexpensive. Suppose you happen to have a cloudy day, no worries. Place the tea in your home and let it steep indoors. Here’s a tutorial on How to Make Sun Tea with a large glass container and a few teabags.
Iced coffee with Ice Cream is a delightful drink that combines the creamy goodness of ice cream with the rich flavor of coffee.
Charcuterie Boards
This Brunch Charcuterie Board combines sweet and savory. It includes cheese, fruit, yogurt, scones, lemon curd, and more. Almost everything on this board is homemade and delicious, and all the recipes are on the blog.
Let’s put together a cute Small Charcuterie Board Wreath. I’ll guide you through creating a charming charcuterie board that resembles a beautiful wreath packed with savory and sweet goodies. I will also reveal all the delicious treats I included on the board.
Trader Joe’s Charcuterie Board
Do you need an easy Trader Joe’s Charcuterie Board? This step-by-step includes a shopping list of yummy meats, crackers, cheese, and chocolates.
Charcuterie: Easy Appetizer Ideas For a Party
Need Easy Appetizer Ideas for your Mother’s Day Brunch? Make this fun fruit and cheese charcuterie board, which is delicious and straightforward.
A Bonus Mother’s Day Recipe
My family loves granola, so I created this Easy Homemade Granola Recipe with chocolate. There aren’t many chocolate granolas in the grocery stores, so I knew I had to develop my recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
The sky’s truly the limit when it comes to what to serve at a Mother’s Day brunch. Offer a mix of savory and sweet dishes—think eggs, frittatas, breakfast meats, fresh fruit, pastries, and decadent desserts. Don’t forget to include a few refreshing drinks, like fruit-infused water, mocktails, or even a fun mimosa bar. A little variety makes it easy to please everyone.
A well-balanced brunch menu should offer a mix of sweet and savory dishes, along with a variety of drinks. Think savory mains like frittatas, scrambled eggs, or tacos paired with baked goods like muffins or coffee cake. Add fresh elements like fruit or a light salad, and include drink options such as coffee, tea, mocktails, and maybe a signature brunch cocktail. Variety is key so there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
When serving a crowd, the best brunch dishes are ones that can be made in large batches and served family-style. Frittatas, breakfast casseroles, sheet pan tacos, and big bowls of scrambled eggs are perfect for feeding a group with minimal fuss. Add in baked goods like muffins or coffee cakes and a drink station with mocktails, iced tea, or brunch cocktails to round out the spread. These kinds of recipes make it easy to serve everyone without spending all morning in the kitchen.
Brunch is typically served between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, but there’s no hard rule! Choose a time that works best for your family’s schedule. Just be sure to give yourself time to prep and enjoy the morning without rushing.
Make-ahead casseroles, like overnight French toast or egg bakes, are perfect for a stress-free morning. You can also prep baked goods like coffee cakes or muffins the day before so you have more time to relax and enjoy the celebration.
There are so many tasty vegetarian choices! Try veggie-loaded quiches, crustless frittatas, roasted vegetable sides, fruit salads, yogurt parfaits, or baked goods like scones and coffee cakes. These are all crowd-pleasers even for non-vegetarians.
Keep it fun and fresh! Offer a mix of drinks like coffee, tea, sparkling water, fresh-squeezed juice, and something special like a mimosa, bellini, or fruit-forward mocktail. A DIY drink station is always a hit and adds a festive touch.
I treasure my Mother’s Day celebrations. When the kids were little, my husband would take over parenting duty for the day, giving me a rare and much-needed break. I’d head out to shop, recharge, and enjoy quiet time—something every tired, overwhelmed mom can relate to!
But now that the kids are grown and living their own lives, our Mother’s Day tradition has shifted. These days, my husband takes over the kitchen instead, making the day feel just as special in a whole new way. He’s busy whipping up something delicious while I relax and soak in the slower pace. Hopefully, he’ll scroll through these Mother’s Day brunch ideas and find the perfect recipes to make this year’s celebration extra sweet and memorable!
Happy Mother’s Day to you!
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