Can we tell you a secret? Mom doesn’t want a big fancy gift for Mother’s Day. Sure, she would gladly accept one (and we do have a few Mother’s Day gift recommendations). But what she really wants is simply to be reminded that she’s loved and appreciated. And the best way to go about showing her that is by cooking her brunch. (Here’s another secret: Mom doesn’t want to go out to a restaurant. She might say that she does, but what she really wants is sit at home in her PJs and not have to lift a finger. Yes, getting dressed up to go out to brunch counts as lifting a finger.) We’re deeming 2018 the year of cooking Mother’s Day brunch at home. If you’re not sure where to start, or if you’re looking for another dish to add to your brunch menu, check out these cheap and easy Mother’s Day brunch recipes.
Even though moms are (usually) the best cooks, it’s your turn to do all the work in the kitchen. Fortunately, these Mother’s Day brunch recipes are quick, easy, and not labor intensive. Disclaimer: No promises that Mom won’t join you in the kitchen and try to help.
1. Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole
This casserole will up Mom’s everything bagel obsession to the next level. Bonus: You can assemble it the night before, then just pop it into the oven in the morning.
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2. Easiest Cinnamon Crunch Knots
The crunch! The sweetness! The flakiness! These sweet brunch treats only require pantry staple ingredients and will have your house smelling of cinnamon in under an hour.
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3. Hash Brown Egg Nests
Lifehack: You bake these bad boys in muffin tins. They’re the perfect bite-sized brunch appetizer.
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4. Blueberry Pancakes
Because you can never go wrong with a classic.
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5. Rosemary and Olive No Knead Focaccia Bread
This focaccia bread couldn’t be easier to prepare. It takes just over an hour from start to finish, and most of that is just letting the dough rise.
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6. 1-Bowl Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Like the recipe name states, you only need one bowl to bake this bread. So it’s a win for Mom AND for whoever is on cleanup duty (a.k.a, you).
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7. Scrambled Egg Toast with Roasted Asparagus
Avocado toast is so Mother’s Day 2017. Impress Mom with our new brunch obsession, scrambled egg toast.
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8. Smores Waffles with Nutella and Toasted Coconut
For the mom that has a SERIOUS sweet tooth.
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9. Avocado Grapefruit and Fennel Salad
Every brunch menu needs a salad, and this seasonal one is a huge crowd pleaser.
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10. Tropical Papaya Boats
These papaya boats look SO impressive and are so simple to make. Get ready for Mom to post pics like crazy on Facebook.
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11. Creamy Spinach and Potato Breakfast Casserole
Spinach and potato and turkey. Oh my! We’re calling it now: Mom will be requesting this casserole every Mother’s Day (and every day after Thanksgiving).
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12. Strawberry Buttermilk Cake
Everyone’s going to want some of this delectable cake for dessert later, but it surely won’t last that long. You should probably make two just in case.
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13. Potato and Broccolini Frittata
So simple, yet still so delicious. If broccolini isn’t your thing, you can substitute any green, and it’s still to die for.
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Happy cooking!
