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I’m sharing a roundup of my mom’s top favorite recipes to enjoy for Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day is such a special holiday…all moms deserve to be spoiled. These light and fresh recipes are perfect for gathering with your mom (or a mother-like figure). I’m sharing some sweet brunch recipes, quick appetizers, and mom’s selections for dessert.
Not our usual Friday post, but I’ve been trying to listen to you all a bit more and share more recipe collections. I know so many of you really enjoy them! Plus, when it comes to Mother’s Day, I always have a good amount of recipes inspired by my sweet mom.
She LOVES a brunch dish, sweet dessert, and even a fun cocktail or two. So sharing all of her favorites below!
To me, food is the best (and easiest) way to show loved ones you care. Cooking a meal that I know friends and family will love is the number one reason I love to cook. It’s really why I started to cook in the first place.
Hopefully, this list helps you all share something special with your mom this year. And of course, if you’re someone who’s not celebrating today, you can always have a fun day for yourself and make something yummy!
Cocktails
My mom will either have a beer, a glass of red wine, or a drink made with tequila, so she chose her favorites.
Frosted Watermelon Rosemary Frosé
Brunch
Brunch is her favorite, I’ll often serve breakfast for dinner she loves it so much.
Lemon Strawberry Dutch Baby with Ricotta Cream
Berry and Cream Cheese Croissant French Toast Bake
Lemon Sugar Rolls with Vanilla Cream Cheese Icing
Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Blackberry Lavender White Chocolate Scones
Bursting Blueberry Lemon Thyme Tarts
Dinner
A few savory options for you.
Crispy Oregano Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Feta Sauce
Easiest One Pan Caprese Pesto Orzo Bake
Honey Whipped Feta with Garlic Herb Roasted Olives
Crispy Feta with Lemon Pepper Chicken and Rice
Charred Baby Bell Peppers with Burrata
Dessert
Everything chocolate – but made healthier for mom.
Homemade Vegan Peanut Butter Twix Bars
Easy Espresso Chocolate Mousse
Blackberry Lavender Naked Cake with White Chocolate Buttercream
Nonnie’s 6 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake
Baked Chocolate Fudge Glazed Doughnuts
Retro-Style Chocolate Sheet Cake
Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Lastly, if you make any of Mom’s Favorite Mother’s Day Recipes, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
