Don’t let Mother’s Day catch you off guard this year! Show your mom how much she means to you with a beautiful spread of food and easy make-at-home gifts.
You guys asked and I answered! I’m so excited to do this round-up of some of my best recipes for you to serve for Mother’s Day. From breakfast to dessert and gifts to printables, I hope you find something that helps you show some love to your mom!
Breakfast/Brunch:
Arguably the most important meal of the day, these recipes will not only impress her, but also start her off feeling satiated and loved. Whether you do a customizable bar or a traditional breakfast in bed, these recipes will be a hit and can be served at any type of brunch or get together!
Current obsession: food bars! I love how versatile and customizable food bars can be. These food bars are just perfect for Mother’s Day (and any other fun occasion!).
More Momma Tip: Prep as many ingredients as possible the night before, making the process such a breeze on her special day.
Waffle Bar — How cute is this waffle bar?! Easy set up and clean up! Put all your favorite toppings in bowls and a variety of syrups in jars for a beautiful display for Mom.
Omelet Bar — With all the components prepped, everyone can make a customizable omelet! I’m loving this omelet bar from Williams and Sonoma.
Omelet Bar by Williams and SonomaAvocado Toast Bar — Now this is something I can get on board with every week! Upgrade a basic toast with these ideas from Fine Cooking.
Artisan Avocado Toast by Fine CookingAvocado Egg Benedict — Your basic eggs Benedict + avocado toast makes for a perfect combination!
Avocado Toast Benedict with HollandaiseQuiche Lorraine — Quiche and fresh fruit are a Mother’s Day staple in my house. Check this recipe for a perfect quiche every time.
Savory QuicheBoysenberry Cinnamon Rolls — Yum! This is a delicious fruit twist on a traditional cinnamon roll.
4 Ingredient Cinnamon Rolls — Easy and simple, these are perfect for when you want a cinnamon roll but don’t want the mess or fuss of making traditional cinnamon rolls.
4-Ingredient Cinnamon RollsLunch:
These recipes are just what she needs for a boost of energy to carry her throughout the day. Best of all, they are so very filling! Your mom will welcome a break from eating PB&J sandwiches.
More Momma Tip: Prepare enough so that both of you already have tomorrow’s lunch ready to go!
Panini Bar — Look at how cute these paninis are! A is a traditional Italian sandwich, but feel free to let these ideas from The Food Network spark your creativity!
Make a panini bar for your sandwich lovin’ mom! Photo cred: More Momma
Nuts About Berries Salad — Bright and fresh, and perfect for Mother’s Day and Spring! I love the color of this vinaigrette with this salad!
Fresh Nuts About Berries SaladPretzel Rolls — Everyone needs a good roll they can rely on, and this is it! Pairs perfectly with basically everything!
A warm roll for any meal.Caprese Flatbread — Look at those bright colors! Mom’s bound to love the Caprese Flatbread for Mother’s Day lunch.
Trader Joe’s Caprese FlatbreadDinner Ideas:
Wow her with your culinary skills! These recipes take little effort to make, but she doesn’t need to know that!
More Momma Tip: Look for ways to include your children in the dinner preparations. They’ll love spending time with you and helping to prepare a meal for Mom!
Cedar Plank Salmon with Mango Salsa — With so many flavors and textures, this salmon recipe is sure to surprise your mom!
Delicious Coconut Crusted SalmonRibs — Perfectly caramelized ribs, and all done in the Instant Pot! Woot woot!
Instant Pot Baby Back RibsPrime Rib — Classic Prime Rib is easy to prepare with step-by-step instructions. A meal fit for a Queen!
Biscuits with Strawberry Butter — Buttery biscuits topped with fresh strawberry butter make every meal better.
The perfect companion to any meal, these humble biscuits are anything less than amazing with homemade strawberry butter.Dessert Ideas:
In my opinion, there’s no better way to end the day than with dessert. You simply cannot go wrong with any of these recipes. Enjoy!
More Momma Tip: Always save room for dessert!
Carrot Cake — Moist and full of flavor, carrot cake is the perfect recipe to make for Mother’s Day.
Moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting3 Ingredient Lemon Meringue Pie — She’ll think you slaved away all day in the kitchen, but she doesn’t need to know how simple these mini lemon pies are!
Easy Lemon Pies are easier than you think!Chocolate Chip Cookies — Classic chocolate chip cookies that every mom deserves!
Soft and chewy and loaded with chocolate chips.Ice Cream Sundae Cake — A no-bake cake that tastes as good as it looks? Yes, please! Use Mom’s favorite ice cream to make this extra special!
Easy and delicious Ice Cream CakeButter Cake — Bring the taste of Mastro’s Butter Cake to your home with this homemade version that tastes basically the same. Trust me, you need this one!
Warm, gooey Butter CakeNutella S’more Gelato — Nutella + S’mores + Gelato? An irresistibly decadent and delicious dessert!
Nutella + S’mores + GelatoChurro Bar — She’ll basically feel like she’s eating Disneyland churros while walking around the house. Create custom flavored churros by toasting pre-made churros and then tossing them into flavored sugars! Try cinnamon sugar, espresso sugar, cane sugar, or some suggested by A Spicy Perspective!
Churro Bar with Flavored Sugars. Photo Courtesy of More MommaGift and Card Ideas:
Surprise your mom with some homemade gifts and a card! She’ll love both the thought and effort you put into making something unique and special. Check out these ideas below!
Fresh Fruit Bouquet — Oh my, I think I’ve fallen in love with a new kind of flower – edible ones! Juju Sprinkles shows you exactly what you need to make this beautiful bouquet for your mom!
An edible flower bouquet from Juju Sprinkles!Caramel Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Sticks — Wouldn’t these be absolutely perfect in a mason jar? These beautiful pretzel sticks from Tastes Better from Scratch can easily be made at home!
Chocolate Caramel Dipped Pretzel Rods from Tastes Better from ScratchSea Salt Caramels — You had me at sea salt! Chewy sea salt caramels from Sally’s Baking Addiction are a must-make recipe!
Chewy Sea Salt Caramels from Sally’s Baking AddictionFree Mother’s Day Card — This lovely Mother’s Day card printable from Tinsel Box is so pretty!
Free Mother’s Day Card from Tinsel BoxGift and Card Combo — How cute is this card?! Your mom will love that it’s not only cute, but practical! Check out Handmade in the Heartland for step-by-step instructions!
Mother’s Day Card from Handmade in the HeartlandA wise man named Jeffrey Holland once said, “There is no greater good in all the world than motherhood. The influence of a mother in the lives of her children is beyond calculation.”
I hope you’ve found some inspiring ways to celebrate your mother and mother-figures in your life. You’re amazing! Keep pushing along, and have a wonderful Mother’s Day!
xoxo,
Meg
