Top Mother’s Day Breakfast Ideas
Organizing a Mother’s Day breakfast doesn’t have to be stressful or too complicated, even if it’s a surprise. It really is a great way to celebrate Mom, grandma or any mother figure in your life.
Many moms will say that they are more than happy with any food they are served, as long as they are not cooking or cleaning it up. After all, these past few years have been even more demanding than usual, especially with everybody spending more time at home.
The most important advice I can give you is to plan a bit ahead, even if it’s one day before Mother’s Day. If you don’t, you risk not having food, a card or even the most basic things to make Mom feel special. Keep reading for the top 10 ideas and tips to plan and make the best Mother’s Day breakfast. I even included links to easy breakfast recipes.
Did you forget a Mother’s Day card? Here are free printable Mother’s Day greeting cards. You can also make beautiful watercolor resist cards.
10 Tips for the best Mother’s Day breakfast
- Make a list of Mom’s favorite foods and beverages. This will help you stay organized and gather any supplies ahead of time. You need to get everything at least the night before.
- Decide whether you will set a table or surprise Mom with breakfast in bed, served on a tray. That way you will know how much space you have to serve her favorite foods.
- Presentation is everything. Wrap cutlery in a napkin and tie a ribbon around it. Or arrange a few flowers in a small vase. Use a placemat or place a fabric napkin underneath the plates so everything looks even nicer. Be creative! You can even use a heart shaped cookie cutter to make plain toast look so original.
- To make mom feel like in a five-star hotel, prepare a small basket of pastries, rolls, and bread. You can include toast, croissants, cinnamon rolls, bagels, muffins and danishes. Elevate the experience even more with miniature containers of her favorite jams, butter, dulce de leche, Biscoff spread or Nutella.
- If Mom doesn’t eat carbs, eggs are a yummy alternative. Whether scrambled, sunny side up, poached or turned into an omelette, eggs are high in protein and satisfy savory cravings. Or you can make a crustless quiche if you want to show off.
- Want something different? Make a charcuterie board or platter. You can include a variety of cheeses, crackers, and meats (or veggies if Mom is a vegetarian) arranged on a white plate. It looks super fancy but is super easy to make. You can also do a sweet charcuterie candy board.
- Personalization is always a great idea. Write little love notes, make a greeting card or personalize a white mug by writing Mom’s name using a Sharpie or special permanent marker.
- Always include Mom’s favorite beverage. Whether she drinks coffee, tea, juice or water, make sure you serve it how she enjoys it the most. Want to try something new? Dalgona whipped coffee is super easy to make.
- Fresh fruit makes a great addition to your menu. Serve Mom’s favorite fruits on a plate or make a fruit salad. Feeling fancy? Add yogurt to a small bowl or ramekin and other toppings such as granola or honey. You can even make chocolate-dipped strawberries.
- Don’t forget to clean up everything! The last thing you want is for Mom to walk into the kitchen and have to clean up a huge mess when you’re telling her it’s her special day.
10 Mother’s Day breakfast menu ideas
Whether you’re looking for something sweet, savory, or a little bit of both, we’ve got you covered with these 10 Mother’s Day breakfast ideas with some tried and true breakfast favorites.
- Pancakes with Berries and Whipped Cream: Who doesn’t love pancakes? Start your mom’s day off right with a stack of fluffy pancakes topped with fresh berries and whipped cream. Bonus points if you use heart-shaped cookie cutters to make the pancakes extra special. You can add chocolate chips to the batter or make blueberry pancakes.
- Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs: Avocado toast has been all the rage for the past few years, and for good reason. It’s delicious, healthy, and easy to make. Top your avocado toast with a perfectly poached egg for a breakfast that will keep your mom feeling full and energized all day.
- Breakfast Burritos: If your mom loves Mexican cuisine, surprise her with a breakfast burrito filled with scrambled eggs, cheese, avocado, and salsa. Wrap it up in a warm tortilla and serve it with a side of fruit for a complete meal.
- French Toast with Cinnamon and Sugar: French toast is another classic breakfast dish that’s sure to please. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar to the mix for a sweet and satisfying breakfast that your mom will love. Don’t forget the maple syrup! Pro tip: use challah bread for extra yumminess.
- Bagel and Lox: If your mom is a fan of smoked salmon, a bagel and lox or Nova breakfast is sure to impress. Toast a bagel, spread on some cream cheese, and top it with smoked salmon, red onion, and capers (if she likes them) for a delicious yet easy breakfast.
- Quiche: Quiche is a versatile dish that can be customized to your mom’s tastes. Whether she prefers a veggie-filled quiche or a meaty quiche, this breakfast classic is sure to be a hit. You can also use goat cheese as a filling for a gourmet twist.
- Breakfast Sandwich: For a quick and easy breakfast that’s still packed with flavor, try making your mom a breakfast sandwich. Toast an English muffin, add a fried egg, some tukey, bacon or sausage, and a slice of cheese for a hearty and delicious breakfast.
- Smoothie Bowl: if Mom is into healthy eating, try making a smoothie bowl. Blend up some frozen fruit, yogurt, and ice, and top it with granola, nuts, and fresh fruit for a colorful and nutritious breakfast. Pro tip: use frozen fruit for an even more refreshing healthy breakfast bowl.
- Huevos Rancheros: Huevos Rancheros is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish that’s easy to make and full of flavor. Top a fried egg with salsa and serve it on a warm tortilla with refried beans for a breakfast that’s both hearty and delicious. You can find an easy huevos rancheros recipe here from my friend Yvette.
- Yogurt Parfait: For a lighter breakfast option, try making your mom a yogurt parfait. Layer Greek yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit in a mason jar or a tall glass for a breakfast that’s both beautiful and delicious.
Did you enjoy these mother’s day brunch ideas? Let me know! The best part? The whole family can enjoy this special occasion.
Easy recipes and ideas for Mother’s Day
- Delicious omelettes
- Amazing smoothies that are super easy to make
- Peanut butter, banana and chocolate chip pancakes
- Passion fruit mimosa
- Brownie batter overnight oats you can make the night before
- Easiest and yummiest brownies
