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Home » Best Of » 35 Heartfelt Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas to Make Mom Smile

35 Heartfelt Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas to Make Mom Smile

Modified: May 5, 2025 by Molly Pisula · Published: May 6, 2025 · As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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There’s no better way to show Mom just how much she means than with a beautiful, homemade brunch. Whether she loves sweet treats, savory bites, or a little bit of both, these brunch recipes are sure to make her feel special. From fresh spring-inspired dishes to indulgent classics, this collection has something for every mom—and every kitchen skill level. So brew the coffee, set the table with love, and whip up a spread she’ll never forget.

Arugula Salad with Apples and Quinoa

Entertaining, Fall Recipes, Holiday Recipes, Main Course, Salads and Dressings, Side, Vegetarian
Arugula Salad with Apples and Quinoa. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Fresh, crunchy, and full of flavor, this arugula salad with apples and quinoa brings together juicy apple bites, peppery arugula, and hearty quinoa. It’s finished with sharp cheddar, thin-sliced red onion, sweet candied pepitas, and a creamy honey-mustard dressing that ties it all together beautifully.
Get the Recipe: Arugula Salad with Apples and Quinoa

Banana Nutella Crepes

Dessert, French Recipes, Vegetarian
Banana Nutella Crepes. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

These Banana Nutella Crepes are a deliciously simple treat made with soft, thin crepes filled with rich Nutella and fresh banana slices. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they combine sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors in every bite. Elegant yet easy to make, they’re a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Banana Nutella Crepes

Biscoff Cheesecake

Dessert, Entertaining, Holiday Recipes, Winter Recipes
Biscoff Cheesecake. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This Biscoff cheesecake is smooth, rich, and packed with flavor. A spiced Biscoff cookie crust pairs perfectly with the creamy cookie butter filling, adding just the right touch of gingerbread warmth to a classic favorite.
Get the Recipe: Biscoff Cheesecake

Breakfast Crêpes with Eggs and Cheddar

Breakfast, French Recipes, Holiday Recipes, Main Course, Vegetarian
Breakfast Crêpes with Eggs and Cheddar. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

These savory breakfast crêpes are a simple, satisfying way to start the day. Filled with soft scrambled eggs, melty sharp cheddar, and a sprinkle of fresh chives, they’re light, flavorful, and easy to love.
Get the Recipe: Breakfast Crêpes with Eggs and Cheddar

Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with Spinach

Breakfast, Holiday Recipes, Vegetarian
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with Spinach. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This vegetarian croissant breakfast sandwich layers buttery croissants with fluffy scrambled eggs, creamy spinach, and tangy sundried tomatoes. Baked until golden and crisp, it’s a warm, satisfying bite every time.
Get the Recipe: Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with Spinach

Easy Cherry Danish with Puff Pastry

Breakfast, Dessert, Entertaining, Holiday Recipes, Summer Recipes, Vegetarian
Easy Cherry Danish with Puff Pastry. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This easy cherry Danish pairs flaky, buttery puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling and juicy fresh cherries. It’s a sweet, satisfying treat that works any time of day—morning or night.
Get the Recipe: Easy Cherry Danish with Puff Pastry

Easy Lemon Ricotta Cake

Dessert, Holiday Recipes, Vegetarian
Easy Lemon Ricotta Cake. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This lemon ricotta cake is bright, tender, and full of fresh flavor. Made with zesty lemon juice, creamy ricotta, almond flour, and a touch of olive oil, it bakes up incredibly moist with a soft, delicate crumb.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon Ricotta Cake

Ham and Cheese Frittata

Breakfast, Entertaining, Holiday Recipes, Spring Recipes
Ham and Cheese Frittata. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This ham and cheese frittata is a savory, satisfying dish with sweet caramelized onions and gooey gruyère cheese. It’s a simple, flavorful option that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
Get the Recipe: Ham and Cheese Frittata

Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists

Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

These crispy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists are bursting with cinnamon-sugar flavor, and are super easy to make. A perfect little treat for the holidays or every day!
Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists

Puff Pastry Pinwheels with Prosciutto

Puff Pastry Pinwheels with Prosciutto. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

These Puff Pastry Pinwheels are easy-to-make and crazy delicious. Just roll up prosciutto and grated gruyère cheese in puff pastry dough, then slice and bake!
Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Pinwheels with Prosciutto

Spinach Bacon Egg Cups

Spinach Bacon Egg Cups. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

These cheesy Spinach Bacon Egg Cups are the perfect low-carb, high-protein way to start your morning. Great for breakfast or brunch, and freeze beautifully!
Get the Recipe: Spinach Bacon Egg Cups

Spinach Mushroom Quiche with Tomatoes

Spinach Mushroom Quiche with Tomatoes. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This vegetarian Spinach Mushroom Quiche is packed with flavor—just combine sautéed mushrooms with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic before baking in a creamy custard topped with feta cheese.
Get the Recipe: Spinach Mushroom Quiche with Tomatoes

Strawberry Mimosa

Strawberry Mimosa. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Strawberry mimosas are the perfect late-spring cocktail, featuring sweet strawberry syrup topped with sparkling wine and finely chopped strawberries.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Mimosa

Strawberry Parfait with Mascarpone Cream

Strawberry Parfait with Mascarpone Cream. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Strawberry Parfait with Mascarpone Cream features layers of chopped ripe strawberries, lightly sweetened mascarpone cream, and gingery biscoff cookies.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Parfait with Mascarpone Cream

Strawberry Turnovers

Strawberry Turnovers. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Treat yourself to these crispy, buttery Strawberry Turnovers. Sweet strawberry filling wrapped in a puff pastry shell and topped with an easy glaze!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Turnovers

Tarte aux Fraises (French Strawberry Tart)

Tarte aux Fraises (French Strawberry Tart). Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This Tarte aux Fraises features a cookie crust filled with luscious vanilla pastry cream topped with fresh strawberries. A classic French dessert perfect for strawberry season!
Get the Recipe: Tarte aux Fraises (French Strawberry Tart)

Truffle Deviled Eggs

Truffle Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

These Truffle Deviled Eggs combine everything you love about creamy deviled eggs with the earthy, decadent taste of white truffles. Truly the recipe everyone at your party will be asking for at the end of the night!
Get the Recipe: Truffle Deviled Eggs

Baked Blueberry Brioche French Toast

Baked Blueberry Brioche French Toast. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A luxurious take on French toast using brioche and blueberries, baked to perfection. This recipe offers a sweet and indulgent breakfast or brunch option.
Get the Recipe: Baked Blueberry Brioche French Toast

Lemon Tarts

Lemon Tarts. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

This smooth and tangy lemon filled tart is sure to be a hit for any special occasion.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Tarts

Blueberry Oatmeal Waffles

Blueberry Oatmeal Waffles. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

These oatmeal waffles have crispy edges and a soft, fluffy interior. Served with a simple blueberry fruit sauce, they’re a healthy and delicious gluten-free way to start your day.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Waffles

Carrot Cake Muffins

Carrot Cake Muffins. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Everyone loves a good carrot muffin, especially when paired with a sweet and delicious frosting.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Muffins

Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip

Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A sophisticated and flavorful dip combining smoked salmon and cream cheese. It's perfect for entertaining or as a luxurious addition to a snack spread.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip

Peach Galette with Mascarpone

Peach Galette with Mascarpone. Photo credit: Stetted.

Easier than pie, this fresh peach galette is the ideal summer dessert. Wrapped in a flaky crust, you'll love every slice of this juicy dish.
Get the Recipe: Peach Galette with Mascarpone

Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

This cheesy, bacony, and super delicious hash brown casserole works great both as a breakfast side dish and as its own meal.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Glazed Cinnamon Scones

Glazed Cinnamon Scones. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A sweet and spiced scone recipe with a delicious glaze, perfect for a cozy breakfast or tea time treat.
Get the Recipe: Glazed Cinnamon Scones

Fresh Tomato Pesto Pasta Salad

Fresh Tomato Pesto Pasta Salad. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A fresh and flavorful pasta salad featuring tomatoes and pesto. It's a great side dish for picnics or as a light meal.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Tomato Pesto Pasta Salad

Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritters. Photo credit: Walking On Sunshine Recipes.

Zucchini Fritters are made by combining freshly grated zucchini, eggs, flour, and herbs, then frying them in oil until crispy and golden. These fritters are a perfect way to use up zucchini while creating a savory snack or side dish. For a healthier option, air fryer instructions are also included for easy preparation!
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Fritters

Sweet Potato Bites

Sweet Potato Bites. Photo credit: Food Fun and Faraway Places.

These delicious Sweet Potato Bites are the ultimate sweet and savory appetizer for this holiday season. With this recipe, roasted sweet potato rounds create the perfect cradle for a goat cheese, cranberry sauce and walnut topping that your guests are absolutely going to love!
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Bites

Smoked Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Bell Pepper Poppers

Smoked Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Bell Pepper Poppers. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This inventive recipe features mini bell peppers stuffed with smoked goat cheese, offering a delightful blend of smoky, tangy flavors in a bite-sized appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Bell Pepper Poppers

Lavender Latte

Lavender Latte. Photo credit: Feast and West.

This refreshingly unique beverage blends rich espresso and lavender syrup, creating a subtly sweet and calming experience in every sip.
Get the Recipe: Lavender Latte

The Perfect Peach Bellini Recipe

The Perfect Peach Bellini Recipe. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

A fruity and fantastic Peach Bellini. Combining Prosecco, Peach purée, and some peach schnapps to kick it up a notch makes for the perfect bellini recipe.
Get the Recipe: The Perfect Peach Bellini Recipe

Lemon Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes

Lemon Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

These gluten free granola crust mini cheesecakes are infused with lemon and thyme and topped with a quick blueberry thyme compote.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes

Raspberry Rosé Spritzer Cocktail

Raspberry Rosé Spritzer Cocktail. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A light and refreshing cocktail combining raspberries and rose flavors, perfect for a summery drink or a special occasion.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Rosé Spritzer Cocktail

Blood Orange Cider Mimosas

Blood Orange Cider Mimosas. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Blood Orange Cider Mimosas are a unique and refreshing cocktail combining blood orange juice, hard cider, and sparkling wine. Perfect for brunch or a festive celebration.
Get the Recipe: Blood Orange Cider Mimosas

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