Mother’s Day – Page 2

For all of us celebrating this year, Mother's Day is a wonderful opportunity to show your Mom some love with some delicious food. Whether she's more of a sweet or savory girl or prefers lighter options, there's a recipe for every Momma in town! We've hand-picked these Mother's Day brunch recipes and guess what the best part is? They are super easy-to-follow, stunning to look at, and simply wonderful to eat! We've even included some vegan Mother's Day brunch recipes for good measure! Savory Mother's Day Brunch Recipes Without further ado, let's get started with some of these savory Mother's Day brunch recipes - fresh out the oven and onto your screen... If you're looking for the full recipe, just click the link on the photo and it will take you to the yummy details! 1. Ham, Cheddar and Red Onion Bread Pudding Source: Good Housekeeping Servings: 8 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Ingredients: Oil for the dish4 large eggs1 1/2 c. whole milk1 tbsp. Dijon mustard1/8 tsp. freshly grated or ground nutmeg Kosher salt and pepper12 oz. sourdough bread, cut into 2-in. pieces 1 small red onion, cut into 1/4 in.-thick wedges1 Gala apple, cored and thinly sliced4 oz. sliced ham, torn into 2-in. pieces3 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated (about 1 cup) 2. Crab Cakes With Mango-Avocado Relish Source: Food Network Servings: 4 Prep time: 1 hour Cooking time: 2 hours Ingredients: Crab Cakes:1/4 cup mayonnaise, plus more for brushing on the crab cakes1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard1/2 teaspoon paprika1 1/4 pounds blue crab meat, picked over1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley2 green onions, dark green and pale green parts, thinly sliced1/4 to 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs1 green plantain, peeled, sliced paper thin (ideally on a mandoline) and submerged in cold water until usingKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperChile de arbol powder, as neededCanola oil, for fryingSour Orange Sauce:3 cups fresh orange juice1/4 cup fresh lime juice1/4 cup white wine vinegarPinch of pure chile powderPinch of ground cumin1 head garlic, sliced in half crosswiseKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper1 tablespoon clover honey1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zestMango-Avocado Relish:1 Hass avocado, diced1 small mango, diced1/2 roasted red pepper, diced2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons canola oilJuice of 1 limeKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperFresh cilantro leaves, for garnish 3. Eggs Benedict Bake Source: Port and Fin Servings: 6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 50 minutes Ingredients: 6 English muffins, halved and cut into cubes1½ cups ham, cubed10 eggs¾ cup milk1½ tsp grainy mustard½ tsp salt½ tsp freshly ground pepperHollandaise Sauce:3 egg yolks1 tsp water¼ tsp sugar12 Tbsp unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces½ tsp salt~2-3 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper Looking for some high-quality champagne to top up your mimosas with? Check these out 4. Egg and Bacon Bowls Source: Jo Cooks Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 4 crusty round dinner rolls4 eggs6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled in pieces2 large bocconcini balls slices4 cherry tomatoes cut in halfsalt and pepper to tastechives for garnish Loving this post so far? Pin the image below to save it to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 5. Smashed Avocado Toast With Egg Source: Good Housekeeping Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: n/a Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado1 tbsp. fresh lemon juiceKosher salt and pepper4 slices bread, toasted 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced1 bunch small multicolored radishes, thinly slicedChopped fresh chives and sesame seeds, for serving 6. Frittata with Sundried Tomatoes, Zucchini & Feta Source: Delish Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 1 zucchini, thinly sliced2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, dividedkosher saltfreshly ground black pepper12 large eggs1/2 c. sour cream1/4 c. freshly chopped basil, plus more for garnish1/4 c. red onion, finely chopped3/4 c. crumbled feta, divided3/4 c. sun-dried tomatoes 7. Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs Source: Food Network Servings: 6-8 Prep time: 35 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 12 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled8 ounces grated sharp Cheddar1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons Creole mustard2 teaspoons sweet pickle relishDash hot sauceKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperOne 4-ounce jar finely diced pimientos, drainedThinly sliced green onion, for garnishPaprika, for garnishCrushed butter crackers, for garnish 8. Smoky Sweet Potato Hash Source: Against All Grain Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 6 strips of bacon, chopped2 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean½ teaspoon chili powder¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper¼ teaspoon sea salt4 large eggs 9. Crab, Mango and Cucumber Finger Sandwiches Source: Not Quite Nigella Servings: 12 mini sandwiches Prep time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 3 spanner crabs around 400g/14ozs. each (or 400g pre-picked spanner crab meat)4-5 tablespoons mayonnaise (depending on how creamy you like it)1/2 teaspoon finely grated gingerfew drops sesame oil3 tablespoons finely chopped chivesSalt and pepper to taste1 Lebanese cucumberbutter6 slices fresh square-shaped bread Want to save and reference these recipes for later? Pin the image below to save it to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 10. Roasted Asparagus & Ricotta Tart Source: Woman's Day Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (from a 17.3-oz pkg.), thawed1 large egg1c. ricotta cheeseKosher salt and pepper1 lemon4 scallions, 2 finely chopped and 2 thinly sliced3/4 c. cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, 1⁄4 cup chopped1/4 c. fresh tarragon leaves, 1 tbsp. chopped12 oz. asparagus, halved1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil1 tsp. honey4 c. mixed greens 11. Spinach Pesto Baked Eggs Source: Live In Kitchen Servings: 1 Prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Ingredients: ¼ cup spinach pesto½ cup fontina cheese2 eggs1 teaspoon heavy cream or half and halfcoarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 12. Chicken & Waffles Source: Delish Servings: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 3 hours Ingredients: Fried chicken:1 qt. buttermilk2 tbsp. kosher saltmix of bone-in chicken thighs, breasts, and drumsticks (about 2 lbs.)vegetable oil, for frying2 c. all purpose flour1 tbsp. paprika1 tsp. cayennekosher saltfreshly ground black pepper2 large eggsWaffles:2 c. all-purpose flour2 tbsp. granulated sugar1 tsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. baking soda1 c. sour cream1 c. milk6 tbsp. butter, melted, plus more for waffle iron3 large eggs, separated 13. Crustless Quiche Lorraine Source: Well Plated Servings: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes Ingredients: Quiche base:6 large eggs2/3 cup whole milk¼ cup half-and-half½ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)pinch ground nutmeg (optional)2/3 cup grated Gruyère cheese or swap fontina, sharp cheddar, or smoked mozzarella2 tablespoons chopped fresh chivesMix-ins:cooked crumbled baconchopped and sautéed broccolicaramelized onionscubed leftover hamroasted vegetables roughly chopped Want to save this recipe? Pin the image above to save this to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 14. Apricot Apple Glazed Ham Source: Simply Delicious Servings: 8 Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours Ingredients: The ham:2kg 4lb boneless, smoked ham/gammon3 carrots roughly chopped2 apples halved2 onions quartered4 garlic cloves2 cups/500ml apple juice2 cups/500ml chicken stockApricot apple glaze:½ cup apricot preserves/jam1 cup/250ml apple juice¼ cup/50g brown sugar¼ cup/60ml white wine vinegar½ cup ham cooking stocksalt to taste Convokins Source: Amazon/Cotier Brand if you're looking for a heartwarming way to add some fun to your Mother's Day brunch, read on... Imagine conversation starters and napkins had a baby - welcome to the world of Convokins! Pick up some Convokins online and decorate your table setting with them to introduce both lighthearted and deep and meaningful conversation with your Mom this year. Sweet Mother's Day Brunch Recipes Now, once you're tired of the more savory brunch, it's time to enjoy the sweeter things in life - such as these sweet (and utterly delicious!) Mother's Day brunch recipes... 15. Nutella Berry Crepes Source: Jo Cooks Servings: 8 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: Crepes:2 eggs2 tbsp sugar1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 tsp salt2 cups milk1 cup all-purpose flour1 tbsp butter unsalted and melted2 tbsp butter for cooking the crepesToppings:2 cups strawberries chopped1 cup raspberries1/2 cup Nutella 16. Angel Berry Trifle Source: Jo Cooks Servings: 12 Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: n/a Ingredients: 1 oz instant sugar-free vanilla pudding (1 package)1 1/2 cups milk6 oz cream cheese I used whipped cream cheese1 cup vanilla yogurt1/2 cup sour cream12 oz whipped cream1 angel food cake prepared and cut into cubes2 cups strawberries chopped2 cups raspberries1 cup blackberries Still loving this post? Pin the image below to save it to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 17. Summer Fruit Salad with Lemon Dressing Source: Jo Cooks Servings: 8 Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar3/4 cup water2 tbsp lemon zest from 1 lemon3 tbsp lemon juice from 1 lemonred grapes sliced in halfgreen grapes sliced in halfblueberriesstrawberriesfresh mint leaves 18. Earl Grey Crème Brûlée Source: Country Living Servings: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups heavy cream1/2 c. whole milk1/3 c. sugar, plus additional for sprinkling2 tbsp. loose Earl Grey tea4 large egg yolks 19. Banana Bread French Toast Source: Delish Servings: 4 Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 4 large eggs1/4 c. whole milk1 tsp. pure vanilla extract1 tsp. ground cinnamonpinch of kosher salt2 tbsp. butterleftover banana breadsliced banana, for servingchocolate chips, for servingmaple syrup, for serving 20. Blueberry Muffins Source: Foodie Crush Servings: 12 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled2 large eggs 1/2 cup milk 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar2 tsp baking powder1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 1/2 cups blueberries 21. Apple Pie Breakfast Cakes Source: How Sweet Eats Servings: 2 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1/4 cup brown sugar1 egg2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt1/3 cup whole wheat pastry flour1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cinnamona pinch each of nutmeg, ground ginger, & ground cardamom1 medium apple, peeled and diced into cubes 22. Lemon Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting Source: Taste Of Home Servings: 24 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: Cupcakes:1 package white cake mix (regular size)3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup canola oil2 tablespoons grated lemon zest3 tablespoons lemon juiceFrosting:4 cups confectioners' sugar1 cup butter, softened1/4 cup crushed fresh strawberriesAdditional fresh strawberries Want to save these recipes for later? Pin one of these images to save this to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 23. Glazed Cinnamon Rolls Source: Julie Blanner Servings: 10 Prep time: 40 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 3/4 cup milk1/3 cup butter3 1/4 cup flour1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 package active quick rise yeast1 egg4 tablespoons butter melted3/4 cup brown sugar packed2 tablespoons cinnamon1/4 cup heavy creamIcing:4 ounces cream cheese softened1/2 cup butter softened2 cup powdered sugar2 tablespoons heavy cream 24. Lemon Meringue Tartlets Source: Food Network Servings: 4 tartlets Prep time: 1 hour 5 minutes Cooking time: 55 minutes Ingredients: For the crusts:1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup blanched almonds1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for the pansFor the filling:1 cup sugar2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 1/3 cup fresh orange juice2 tablespoons cornstarch1 large egg plus 3 egg yolks6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces3 tablespoons limoncello or other lemon-flavored liqueurFor the meringue:3 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar7 tablespoons sugar 25. Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes Source: Art From My Table Servings: 6 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Ingredients: Strawberry Sauce:1 lb fresh strawberriesjuice of 1 lemon2 tbs sugarPancakes: 2 cups unbleached, all-purpose flour2 tsp baking powder½ tsp salt1 tbsp sugar2 eggs1 ½ cups milk6 oz cream cheese, softened Be sure to PIN the image below if you're loving these recipes so far! 26. Raspberry White Chocolate Scones Source: Rock Recipes Servings: 18 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 3 cups flour1/2 cup sugar6 tsp baking powder½ tsp salt¾ cup very cold butter, cubed6 ounces good-quality chopped white chocolate2 tbsp lemon juice2 tsp vanilla extract1 cup milk1 1/2 cups frozen raspberries 27. Buttermilk Biscuits Source: Sally's Baking Addiction Servings: 8-10 biscuits Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 2 and 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour2 tablespoons aluminum-free baking powder 1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed and very cold1 cup + 2 tablespoons (270ml) cold buttermilk, divided2 teaspoons honeyoptional honey butter topping: 2 tablespoons melted butter mixed with 1 tablespoon honey Vegan Mother's Day Brunch Recipes This is where it gets interesting - and super creative! Many of us are trying to reduce our meat and dairy intake and there's no better way to do this than to include some vegan Mother's Day brunch recipes in your Mom's foodie feast this year! 28. Spicy Peach And Avocado Salad Source: Country Living Servings: 8 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice3 tbsp. olive oil2 tsp. pure honey (or agave for non-honey vegans!)1 shallot, finely chopped1 fresno chilli, thinly slicedkosher salt and freshly ground black pepper3 ripe but firm peaches, cut into wedges2 avocados, pitted and cut into wedges1/2 c. fresh mint, torn if large, plus more for garnish1/4 c. roasted pistachios, chopped 29. Roasted Butternut Salad Source: Oh She Glows Servings: 6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Ingredients: Butternut Squash:1 large (3-pound/1.4 kg) butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced into 1/2-inch cubes (about 8 cups)2 tablespoons (30 mL) melted coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oilfine sea salt, to tasteSalad:1 cup (200 g) uncooked quinoa1 large ripe avocadofresh lemon or lime juice, to tastefine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Enjoying these vegan recipes? Pin the image below to save this post to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 30. Zucchini Fritters Source: My Darling Vegan Servings: 10 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 4 cups shredded zucchini, about 1 pound3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup nutritional yeast1/4 cup Bari Butter Infused Olive Oil1 tsp. baking powder3 cloves garlic, minced2 tbsp. vegan parmesan, optional2 green onions, diced2 tbsp. oil, for cookingsalt and pepper, to taste 31. Spinach, Tomato And Tofu Quiche Source: Vegan Huggs Servings: 6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 1 9-inch vegan frozen pie shell (GF if preferred)1 14-oz block extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onion, diced8 ounces cremini mushroom, sliced3 cloves garlic, minced3 cups fresh spinach½ teaspoon turmeric¾ teaspoon granulated garlic½ teaspoon granulated onion½ teaspoon salt, more to taste2 tablespoons gluten-free flour (or all-purpose)1-2 tablespoons non-dairy milk, unsweetened⅓ cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half 32. Vegan Chicken Caesar Salad Source: My Darling Vegan Servings: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 12 minutes Ingredients: Caesar Salad:6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped2-4 tablespoons vegan parmesanCroutons:2 cups bread, cut into 1/2″ cubes2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 tsp. dried oreganosalt and pepperCaesar Dressing:1/2 cup vegan mayonnaisejuice of 1/2 lemon3-4 garlic clove2 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce1-2 tablespoon vegan parmesan, to taste2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoons caperssalt and pepper, to tasteSoy Curls Chicken:1 cup soy curls1 1/2 cup vegetable broth2 tbsp. olive oil1 tbsp. nutritional yeast1/2 tsp. dried oregano1/4 tsp. dried sage1/4 tsp. dried thymesalt to tastepinch of white pepper 33. Banana Pancakes Source: My Darling Vegan Servings: 12 pancakes Prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 1/2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt2 extra-ripe bananas, mashed1 cup soy milk2 tbsp maple syrup2 tbsp avocado or coconut oil, melted1 tsp vanilla extractcooking spray 34. Cherry & Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding Source: Oh She Glows Servings: 6 Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: Coconut Whipped Cream:2 (15-oz) cans full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight2 tablespoons natural cane sugar, or to taste1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla bean powder or 1 vanilla bean, seededCherry Strawberry Chia Seed Jam:2 heaping cups of fresh or frozen strawberries (hulled if using fresh)3 cups fresh or frozen sweet cherries (pitted if using fresh)3-4 tablespoons pure maple syrup, to taste2 tablespoons chia seedspinch fine sea salt1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla bean powder1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, to taste1 teaspoon peeled and finely grated red beet Optional Garnishes:toasted sliced almondscoconut flakeslemon zestfresh cherries Feeling some vegan food? Pin the image below to save the recipe to your Mother's Day Pinterest Board 35. Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Zest Source: My Darling Vegan Servings: 12 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 50 minutes Ingredients: Olive Oil Cake:3/4 cup Bari’s Extra Virgin Olive Oil1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce1 cup non-dairy milk, I use soy2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice2 tbsp. fresh lemon zest1 1/2 cup granulated sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 tsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. saltToppings:2 tbsp. powdered sugar1 lemon, cut into wedges1/4 cup fresh blackberriesa few sprigs of fresh mint 36. Strawberry Shortcake Source: My Darling Vegan Servings: 6 Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: Coconut Cream Biscuits:2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting the surface1 tablespoon baking powder3 tablespoon granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 can full-fat coconut milknon-dairy milk, for brushingStrawberries:2 cup strawberries, thinly sliced2 tablespoons granulated sugarCoconut Whipped Cream:2 can full-fat coconut, solids only1/2 cup powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract 37. Fruit Pizza Source: Vegan Blueberry Servings: 12 Prep time: 33 minutes Cooking time: 18 minutes Ingredients: Pizza Cookie Crust:½ cup brown sugar, packed½ cup coconut oil1 tsp vanilla extract½ tsp almond extract¼ cup non-dairy milk1 ½ tsp baking powder½ tsp salt1 ½ cups all-purpose flourVegan Cream Cheese Filling:1 8 oz Vegan Cream Cheese3 tbsp Maple Syrup, or Agave Nectar1 tsp Vanilla ExtractFruit Topping:2 cups fresh fruit or berries, slicedLemon Drizzle:1 tbsp fresh lemon juice4 tbsp powdered sugar So, there you have it, ladies! Whether you are a sister, daughter, aunt, or Mother, you're guaranteed to have a lot of fun - and eat a whole lot of food this Mother's Day! Let us know which is your favorite Mother's Day brunch recipe and why below - we'd love to hear from you! For more party inspiration, hosting tips and exciting new ideas, join our mailing list