This post may contain affiliate links. See my disclosure policy.

If you’re planning a Mother’s Day brunch, you’re going to love these recipe ideas! This collection includes a mix of delicious sweet and savory brunch recipes that are perfect for celebrating Mom.

Photo collage graphic of brunch recipes with text overlay that reads "Mother's Day Brunch Recipes Mom Will Love".

Pin this now to find it later

Pin It

32 Ideas For Mother’s Day Brunch

Whether you’re making breakfast in bed or hosting a big family brunch, you’ll find lots of inspiration here to help you plan the perfect menu.

To make things easy, the recipes are organized into sections so you can quickly find exactly what you’re looking for.

Savory Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes

Let’s start things off with some delicious savory brunch ideas, including amazing egg dishes, cute crostini, fancy potatoes and lots more!

Closeup of eggs Benedict on a potato rosti garnished with chopped bacon and chives.

Rosti Eggs Benny

A delicious twist on eggs Benedict, this version swaps the English muffin for a crispy golden potato rosti. Topped with poached eggs, creamy hollandaise, bacon and chives, it’s a brunch dish that feels extra special.

Spring crostini with tomato tulips on a wood serving board.

Spring Tomato Tulip Crostini

These spring crostini are pretty and delicious! Crispy garlic rubbed crostini topped with a creamy cheese spread and fresh tomato “tulips”. Bonus: They are super easy to make too!

Parmesan truffle roasted fingerling potatoes in a white serving bowl.

Parmesan Truffle Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

If you are looking for some fancy breakfast potatoes…. you found them!! These pair so well with eggs or other savory brunch dishes.

A poached egg that has been broken into with a fork to reveal the runny yolk.

Perfect Poached Eggs

Poached eggs are a brunch classic but they can be a little intimidating. With these tips, you’ll be poaching eggs like a pro in no time!

Pile of zucchini slice on a marble and wood cake stand.

Zucchini Slice

This classic Australian dish is a fantastic make ahead brunch option. Its’s a delicious cross between a savory zucchini bread and a crustless quiche – soft and fluffy but sturdy enough to pick up and enjoy.

Hollandaise sauce drizzling off a spoon into a small white bowl.

Easy Hollandaise Sauce

Learn how to make a super delicious hollandaise sauce in just 5 minutes! Perfect for drizzling over eggs Benedict, breakfast potatoes or savory brunch casseroles.

Burrata Bruschetta with tomato basil topping on a wooden board.

Burrata Bruschetta

Impress Mom and your other guests with this easy and delicious burrata bruschetta with fresh tomato basil topping.

Platter of tortilla rollups.

Pinwheel Sandwiches

Pinwheel sandwiches are a fantastic make ahead option for brunch. Make one type or a variety! Here’s an easy template plus lots of filling ideas to choose from.

Shakshuka in a cast iron skillet.

Shakshuka with Broiled Feta

This is a super flavorful one-pan brunch dish that’s perfect for scooping up with warm bread.
Photo Credit: Foodess

Ham and asparagus quiche on a cooling rack.

Ham and Asparagus Quiche with Gruyere Cheese

With savory ham, tender asparagus, and melty Gruyere in a creamy custard, it’s a classic spring brunch dish that’s perfect for Mother’s Day.
Photo Credit: Little Black Skillet

Sweet Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes

Now for the sweet brunch ideas! These recipes include everything from the most amazing waffles to delicious baked goodies.

German waffles on a wire cooling rack with a bowl of whipped cream and mixed berries.

Sweet German Waffles

These waffles are amazing and perfect for a special brunch! Think of them as a cross between a waffle and a sugar cookie – so delicious!

Spoonful of strawberry compote being lifted out of a glass jar surrounded by fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Compote

This is the most delicious strawberry topping! It’s perfect served with sweet brunch favorites like waffles, pancakes and French toast.

Vanilla coconut granola clusters on a baking sheet with wooden spatula.

Vanilla Coconut Granola Clusters

This granola is so good! It would be perfect for a build-your-own yogurt parfait bar with yogurt, berries and other fun toppings.

Overhead view of three bowls of strawberry overnight oats garnished with strawberry slices.

Strawberry Overnight Oats

This light and easy option can be prepped the night before in just 5 minutes. Scoop into cute little bowls or jars and garnish with fresh strawberries in the morning.

Plated blueberry cinnamon rolls on a white surface with scattered fresh blueberries.

Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with blueberry filling and a blueberry cream cheese frosting. Such a nice treat for brunch!
Photo Credit: Mom Foodie

Pile of orange French toast.

Orange French Toast

This orange French toast is a fun citrusy twist on a brunch classic. Bright, sweet, and perfect for a special brunch.
Photo Credit: Risa’s Family Kitchen

Orange and poppy seed muffins.

Orange and Poppy Seed Muffins

These orange and poppy seed muffins are light, fluffy, and full of bright citrus flavor.
Photo Credit: Our Love Language Is Food

Strawberry crepes on a plate.

Strawberry Crepes

Tender thin crepes filled with homemade strawberry sauce and topped with whipped cream are definitely a special brunch treat!
Photo Credit: Spend With Pennies

Salads for Mother’s Day Brunch

Salads are a great addition to a Mother’s Day Brunch menu. Here are a few that would be perfect!

Two plates of roasted asparagus salad topped with egg (one a poached egg and the other a soft boiled egg), parmesan shavings and pine nuts.

Warm Roasted Asparagus Salad with Eggs

This simple and elegant salad is so perfect for a spring brunch like Mother’s Day!

Burrata Caprese on a white serving plate.

Burrata Caprese

This beautiful, fresh salad is so simple to make. Juicy heirloom tomatoes paired with creamy burrata cheese feel extra special!

Strawberry goat cheese salad with brown sugar coated candied pecans.

Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad

Fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese and brown sugar coated candied pecans come together in this spring salad.
Photo Credit: Sungrown Kitchen

Mother’s Day Brunch Boards

Make a Mother’s Day brunch board with all her favorites. Everything arranged on a board always looks so fun and impressive. Here are a few ideas to inspire you!

Collage of six different brunch board ideas.

Brunch Board Ideas

Learn how to assemble your own brunch board for Mother’s Day plus lots of fun ideas for inspiration.

Mother’s Day Brunch Desserts

If you’re looking for a sweet finish to your Mother’s Day brunch, these dessert recipes are just the thing.

Blueberry cheesecake bars on a wooden board.

Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

This make ahead dessert is perfect for Mother’s Day brunch. Creamy lemon cheesecake, loads of juicy blueberries and a cookie crust… yum!

Serving spoon digging into a square glass dish of Strawberry Coconut Crisp.

Strawberry Coconut Crisp

Made with delicious whole ingredients and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Serve it with yogurt for a breakfast treat or add custard, whipped cream or ice cream for a more indulgent dessert.

Closeup of a strawberry cheesecake bar with a gold colored fork in the corner.

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Buttery graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla cheesecake and a generous amount of the most delicious strawberry topping ever!

White bowl of chocolate coconut cream stuffed strawberries.

Chocolate Coconut Cream Stuffed Strawberries

It’s nearly impossible to eat just one! These are the perfect little treat to add to your brunch spread.

Stack of raspberry cheesecake bars garnished with dark chocolate shavings.

Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

They feature a chocolate graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla cheesecake, fresh raspberries baked right in, and a sprinkle of dark chocolate on top. Such a great make ahead dessert!

Puff pastry apple roses on a platter.

Puff Pastry Apple Roses

These baked apple roses are such a stunning dessert that looks like it came straight from a bakery but they’re surprisingly simple to make.
Photo Credit: Dishing Out Plants

Brunch Drinks for Mother’s Day

Don’t forget the drinks! Coffee, tea, fresh juice and maybe a mimosa or two… or one of the ideas below.

A tall glass of strawberry mojito mocktail garnished with mint, strawberries and lime.

Strawberry Mojito Mocktail

This is such a refreshing and delicious mocktail option for Mother’s Day brunch. Or easily turn it into a cocktail if that’s what Mom wants!

Two limoncello spritz cocktails garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint.

Limoncello Spritz

This limoncello spritz is bright, bubbly and so refreshing. It’s an easy cocktail that will add a sunny Italian touch to your Mother’s Day brunch.

Two glasses of green blender juice surrounded by some of the ingredients.

Green Blender Juice

Fresh juices are always a nice addition to brunch and this green juice is a refreshing, feel-good option. No juicer required!

Hand holding a berry mojito cocktail garnished with fresh mint and mixed berries on a cocktail skewer.

Mixed Berry Mojito

This is a great brunch cocktail for mojito lovers! It combines a variety of fresh berries with classic mojito ingredients.

A Few Tips

Helpful Tips For Hosting A Relaxed Mother’s Day Brunch

A little planning ahead can make Mother’s Day brunch feel relaxed and fun instead of stressful. Here are a few simple tips to make brunch go smoothly:

  • Plan the menu ahead of time: Decide what you’re making a few days in advance so you can grab the groceries and prepare.
  • Use a simple brunch menu formula: If you’re struggling on what to include and want to keep it simple, try this easy formula: one egg dish (or other savory dish), one sweet recipe, something fresh (like fruit or a salad) and a drink. It creates a balanced brunch menu without needing to make too many dishes.
  • Prep what you can ahead of time: If there’s any chopping, measuring or mixing you can do beforehand, it will make the morning much easier. Also choose some recipes that can be completely made ahead of time to take the stress off.
  • Set up the night before: Set your table and gather any dishes, glassware, platters, utensils, etc. needed the night before so that you aren’t scrambling to find things in the morning.
  • Get everyone involved: If you’re hosting a family brunch, ask everyone (except Mom – tell her to relax!) to help with something like bringing a dish, setting the table, or pouring drinks. It makes the day feel more relaxed and takes some pressure off the host.

How To Make Mom Feel Extra Special At Brunch

  • Consider her favorites: When planning the menu, think about what Mom loves most. Choose dishes she enjoys, her favorite drink or recipes that work with any dietary preferences or needs she may have. A menu built around her favorites will always feel extra thoughtful.
  • Create a beautiful setup: Set the table with nice dishes, add some fresh flowers and maybe even put on a playlist with some of Mom’s favorite music to set the mood.
  • Add a thoughtful touch: Planning a Mother’s Day brunch is already such a wonderful gift but a heartfelt card or her favorite flowers can make it even more meaningful. You could also pair brunch with a small present if you’d like. Here are some great Mother’s Day gift ideas.

I hope this collection of Mother’s Day brunch recipes helps you create a menu that Mom (and everyone else at the table) will love!

More Recipe Collections To Check Out

Pin this now to find it later

Pin It
Photo collage graphic of Mother's Day brunch ideas.

About Vanessa Gilic

I want to help you make delicious food using real ingredients! Explore a variety of easy to follow, real-food recipes ranging from healthy eats to comfort food. Welcome to Maple + Mango – I'm so happy you're here!

You Might Also Like:

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.