Treat her like a *queen*.
Team Delish conducted a very sophisticated study (AKA we called our moms) and they all agreed: Breakfast-in-bed is the ultimate
Mother's Day gift. So why not start your mom's special day off in the best way possible: with a stack of iHop-level pancakes delivered right to her cozy bed. Whether she's a sweet or savory person—or prefers a mix of both!—we've got 55 amazing breakfast and brunch recipes she's going to love. We even included a few brunch co*cktails to make the day extra special.
Can't choose? You can't go wrong with the classics, like our waffles, pancakes, crêpes, cinnamon rolls, or our sticky buns. Looking for something with a little more pizzazz for your mom's special day? If she has more of a sweet tooth, you can't beat our jelly donut French toast, our fluffy lemon-blueberry Dutch baby, or our Monte Cristo sandwich. Some of our moms are more of the savory breakfast type, and we respect that completely. It can't get much better than our pesto eggs-in-a-hole (you cook the eggs in the pesto), our BLT eggs Benedict, or our brie omelets. Feeding the whole fam? Try our cheesy croissant casserole, our lemon blueberry breakfast cake, or our Croque Monsieur breakfast casserole. Whatever you choose, don't skip the Bloody Marys and mimosas. Want something to drink that's a little less basic? Try our dill pickle Bloody Marys, our honey deuces, or our screwdrivers (tip: use fresh juice!).
Want even more Mother's Day fun? These Mother's Day desserts are even better than a gift, but we also went ahead and rounded up some fun Mother's Day gifts to make sure mom feels spoiled rotten. Keep the celebration going all day long with some of our favorite Mother's Day dinner ideas and Mother's Day lunch ideas too.
1
Classic Homemade Waffles
Waffles are a beloved breakfast food, so we’re not messing around with this one. Like our other breakfast carb faves—pancakes, French toast, and crepes—waffles are easy to make with ingredients you almost always have on hand. We learned a few things while testing these crispy and fluffy beauties, so we have all of the tips and tricks you need to nail them.
Get the Classic Homemade Waffles recipe.
2
Monte Cristo Sandwich
A Monte Cristo is a sandwich filled with Swiss cheese, ham, turkey, and Dijon mustard, then dipped in a French toast batter, shallow-fried, and served dusted with confectioners' sugar and a side of jam. Basically, it has all of the classic American diner flavors: sweet, salty, cheesy, and indulgent. 😋
Get the Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe.
3
Lemon Blueberry Puff Pastry Tart
With a lemon cream cheese base, jammy blueberries, and a crunchy crumble, this tart is absolutely perfect. The best part? Using store-bought puff pastry to make it means it's also SO easy.
Get the Lemon Blueberry Puff Pastry Tart recipe.
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Breakfast Tacos
Our favorite thing about breakfast tacos? They’re completely customizable. We filled ours with chorizo, potatoes, and scrambled eggs before topping with cheddar, sliced avocado, green onions, pickled red onions, and (of course) a healthy drizzle of hot sauce, but you do you. Serve them alongside mimosa margaritas for the perfect breakfast in bed.
Get the Breakfast Tacos recipe.
5
Screwdriver co*cktail
We kept our approach for this classic brunch co*cktail pretty straightforward: just vodka, orange juice, and ice. The only thing we might insist on is that you MUST use freshly squeezed OJ. This turns what could be a forgettable drink into a great one.
Get the Screwdriver co*cktail recipe.
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BLT Eggs Benedict
The classic BLT trio—bacon, eggs, and tomato—gets even better when cooked in the style of eggs Benedict. Crispy, candied bacon and a spiced hollandaise make this eggs Benedict a little different from a traditional one, but your mom will love this fun, savory twist on the classic brunch recipe.
Get the BLT Eggs Benedict recipe.
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Quiche
Quiche is a perennial fave in the canon of classic brunch dishes, and this version is the best. Soft, creamy filling studded with ham, chives, and Gruyère rests inside a crunchy, buttery pie crust—make one over the weekend for your mom, then she can grab and go slices for the breakfast of her dreams all week long.
Get the Quiche recipe.
8
Chicken & Waffle Breakfast Sandwich
are the perfect encapsulation of the unbeatable combination of salty and sweet. We also feel that sitting down with an entire plate of them can sometimes be a little daunting, especially on busy mornings. Perhaps something handheld might be a good solution?
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9
Tiramisu-Stuffed French Toast
Everything your mom loves about a classic tiramisu is used here to make an unforgettable French toast. The silky filling here uses a bit of cream cheese to make it firmer, and the custard the bread is soaked in is infused with espresso. Yum!
Get the Tiramisu-Stuffed French Toast recipe.
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10
Potato Chip Frittata
For added crunch, we loaded this frittata with potato chips. We went with sour cream & onion, but feel free to sub in your own favorite flavor! Don't forget to top with chives, sour cream, and even more chips to really make this frittata a next-level breakfast.
Get the Potato Chip Frittata recipe.
11
Honey Deuce
Even if your mom doesn't play tennis, she's going to love this drink that's served at the US Open. Simply put, this co*cktail is as delicious as it is simple: the raspberry liqueur, tart lemonade (homemade is best!), and cute honeydew melon balls will surely be a brunch-time winner.
Get the Honey Deuce recipe.
12
Croque Monsieur Breakfast Casserole
A croque monsieur is a delectable French sandwich with ham and Gruyére, with a silky béchamel sauce poured over top. Turning it into a breakfast casserole makes it easier to put together and share with a crowd (and your mom in bed!). Yum!
Get the Croque Monsieur Breakfast Casserole recipe.
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13
Best Blueberry Muffins
Blueberry muffins are a quintessential breakfast treat, so for our tried-and-true favorite, we’ve channeled that small-town bakery vibe to create a muffin that hits every nostalgic note. Light, fluffy, and absolutely bursting with blueberries, these muffins will delight your mom as soon as she sees them.
Get the Best Blueberry Muffins recipe.
14
Overnight French Toast Casserole
We've got three words for you that are going to change your Mother's Day breakfast and brunch game forever: Overnight. French. Toast. It's comically delicious, thanks to a long overnight soak in a heavy cream-infused custard, which transforms sliced challah into a pudding-y delight.
Get the Overnight French Toast Casserole recipe.
15
Buckwheat Galettes With Ham & Egg
Like their sweet cousins, crêpes, galettes hail from Brittany, France. Because they're made with buckwheat flour, galettes are extra nutty, making them perfect for pairing with savory fillings for a quick dinner this fall. Here, they're filled with a classic ham, egg, and cheese combination, known as "galette complète" in French, but feel free to switch it up if you like.
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Lemon-Blueberry Dutch Baby
A Dutch baby pancake is a big puffy pancake that is baked in the oven and uses more egg than a traditional pancake, making it a bit more custardy. This one gets some blueberries, which burst and get a little jammy while baking, and a little lemon curd spread on top. Your mom will flip when she sees it.
Get the Lemon-Blueberry Dutch Baby recipe.
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Raspberry Mimosas
Mimosas are why we brunch, and raspberry mimosas only make everything better. Adding sorbet puts them over the top and will guarantee your mom's breakfast in bed is one to remember.
Get the Raspberry Mimosas recipe.
18
Italian Sausage & Pepper Frittata Affogato
Breakfast meets dinner in this marinara- and mozzarella-topped dish. Fittingly, the Italian word "affogato" means drowned, which explains the marinara topping. It lends this dish a vibe somewhere between a breakfast frittata and pizza, meaning it’s enjoyable for pretty much any meal of the day (and is perfect for brunch).
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Brie Omelet
This fluffy, herby omelet is filled with everything you love about baked brie, but it comes together in less than 2 minutes in the pan, meaning you can enjoy its quintessential melty-gooeyness in no time. Hot tip: try these paired with fruity jam for a killer savory-sweet vibe your mom will love.
Get the Brie Omelet recipe.
20
Michelada
If your mom's more into beer than Champagne, she's in for a treat. The addition of hot sauce and lime juice add a spicy/sour kick that takes your average light beer from good to great. Thanks to our secret ingredient (soy sauce!) there's also a hint of umami flavor that'll keep her coming back for more.
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