60 Mother's Day Recipes Your Mom Will Love (2024)

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We've got the perfect brunch, lunch, dinner and dessert for every mom. Even the kids can help make some Mother's Day recipes this year!

Ham and Swiss Sliders

My next-door neighbor shared this ham and Swiss sliders recipe with me, and I simply cannot improve it! You can make it ahead and cook it quickly when company arrives. The combo of poppy seeds, ham and cheese, horseradish and brown sugar makes it so delicious. —Iris Weihemuller, Baxter, Minnesota

Portobello Risotto with Mascarpone

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Portobello mushrooms give this Mother’s Day dinner a rich, savory flavor. A dollop of soft, buttery mascarpone cheese on top adds a touch of sophistication.

Easy Breakfast Strata

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This breakfast casserole can be started the night before so that it’s ready for the oven the next day. You won’t need to prep (or create dirty dishes) on Mother’s Day morning.

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Change up the filling of these roulades any way you like—try feta instead of Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes in the place of the olives or herbes de Provence instead of basil.

Strawberry Trifle

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This easy strawberry trifle recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes, and can easily be doubled (or tripled!) to accommodate a Mother’s Day gathering with the extended family.

Brown Sugar-Glazed Salmon

Pop these protein-packed brown sugar salmon fillets in the oven before whipping up a sweet basting sauce. This tangy entree cooks up in minutes, making it a perfect meal for busy families and unexpected weekend guests. —Debra Martin, Belleville, Michigan

Rosé Wine co*cktail

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Turn a glass of rosé into something special with a sweet reduction of frozen raspberries and white grape juice; then add sliced fresh berries for a pop of freshness.

Lemon Supreme Pie

The combination of the cream cheese and tart lemon makes this a perfect recipe for Mother’s Day brunch. Be sure to use freshly squeezed lemons—the bright flavor is what makes this dessert spectacular.

Brunch Cinnamon Rolls

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These buttery, crumbly, biscuit-y cinnamon rolls are a snap to make when you use your food processor. Topped with maple glaze, the cinnamon rolls are filled with brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans, but you can use whichever nuts and spices Mom likes best.

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These pizzas can be prepared and assembled ahead of time and frozen, then baked with freshly cracked eggs on top on Mother’s Day morning.

Asparagus with Fresh Basil Sauce

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It literally takes seconds to whip up the fresh basil sauce for this easy Mother’s Day appetizer, thanks to the addition of store-bought pesto. The bright, herby dip can also double as a flavorful sandwich spread.

Lavender Honey Cheesecake

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You can use lavender honey in this recipe for extra flavor, but even without it, the lavender flavor is distinct. Decorate this delectable cheesecake with edible flowers for an extra special Mother’s Day-worthy touch.

Nutty Chicken Sandwiches

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These chicken salad sandwiches have a pleasant crunch thanks to the addition of chopped pecans and a bit of sweetness courtesy of canned crushed pineapple.

Strawberry Riesling Wine Spritzer

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A simple strawberry syrup infused with tarragon and black pepper turns a crisp glass of riesling into something that screams springtime. The syrup is also delicious in lemonade, iced tea, club soda and gin and tonics.

Baked Blueberry Pancake

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For a quick Mother’s Day breakfast, bake this sheet-pan blueberry pancake on Saturday night and cut into squares. In the morning, smear them with butter and reheat in the toaster oven until brown and crispy, then drizzle with maple syrup, caramel or whatever else Mom likes.

Overnight Asparagus and Egg Bake

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This biscuit-mix breakfast casserole with asparagus, bacon, mushrooms and cheese needs to be refrigerated overnight before baking, so prep it on Saturday for Mother’s Day breakfast.

Old-Fashioned Lemonade

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Our old-fashioned lemonade recipe is fantastic on its own, but for a little something different this Mother’s Day, try one of the suggested twists to make ginger-mint lemonade, lavender lemonade or fresh-squeezed limeade.

Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream

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Fresh rhubarb crumble is good; fresh rhubarb crumbled topped with vanilla ice cream is even better! Why not combine the two into a homemade ice cream that’s perfect after a Mother’s Day dinner?

Lemon Tiramisu

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This no-bake dessert is a cross between cheesecake and tiramisu with a refreshing lemon flavor. It’s easy enough for kids to help make, too.

Antipasto Kabobs

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Young children can help put sliced meats onto skewers (with adult supervision, of course!), making this a great Mother’s Day recipe for kids who want to help in the kitchen.

Orange Ricotta Pancakes

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Cheese in pancake batter? You bet! For a twist on this brunch favorite, try switching the citrus ingredient to lime or lemon juice.

Cranberry Orange Mimosas

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This simple Mother’s Day brunch mimosa recipe uses tart cranberries to balance the sweetness of champagne and orange juice.

Easy Almond Joy Chia Pudding

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There is no cooking or baking required to make this luscious candy bar-inspired pudding. You can make it in a large bowl, but for a cute presentation, divide it between individual glass jars decorated for Mother’s Day.

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There are only four ingredients in this recipe for hot, flaky ham and brie pastries, and they can be baked and frozen well in advance of Mother’s Day.

Strawberry Panzanella Salad

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This sweet take on the classic panzanella salad offers the opportunity to use seasonal fruits in a creative way. For a fun, festive twist this Mother’s Day, use margarita glasses when serving and rim the glasses with sugar and a strawberry garnish.

Shrimp Puff Pastry Triangles

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The Chicago-area specialty Shrimp DeJonghe is usually baked and served in a casserole dish. This version is handheld, encasing a rich, garlicky, sherry-spiked shrimp filling inside of crunchy puff pastry.

Mixed Berry Pie

Here's a delightful way to enjoy summertime fruits. If you're short on one of the berries, just make up the amount with one of the other fruits in the pie. —Elaine Moody, Clever, Missouri

Chunky Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans

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Use rotisserie chicken to make this spectacularly easy sweet-and-crunchy chicken salad recipe even easier. It’s a terrific Mother’s Day lunch idea.

Earl Grey Panna Cotta

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This Earl Grey panna cotta looks fancy because it is fancy. It’s also so easy to make, that even a person who has never made a dessert before can do it.

Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

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This pretzel dessert is a potluck staple across the Midwest, but it’s also a perfect Mother’s Day recipe, wherever Mom may be. Make it in single servings using this cute recipe variation.

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Frozen phyllo dough makes this fancy restaurant-caliber dish something that can be easily made in your own kitchen for an at-home Mother’s Day soiree.

Lime-Honey Fruit Salad

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Seasonal fruit salad becomes a little more special with the addition of a simple honey-lime dressing.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes

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Are these delectable pancakes topped with strawberry cheesecake sauce breakfast—or dessert? On Mother’s Day, does it really matter?

Lemon Snowflakes

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These delicious powdered sugar-sprinkled cookies are made by hacking boxed lemon cake mix. You only need four ingredients for this Mother’s Day recipe.

Heavenly Cheese Danish

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If you’ve ever wanted to try making danish dough from scratch, Mother’s Day is a great reason to get baking! No mixer? No problem—this recipe can be made in any kitchen bowl.

Creamy Baked Eggs

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These creamy, cheesy baked eggs are made in the oven, meaning they’re less likely to accidentally overcook than eggs made on the stovetop. They’re great served with toast.

Bananas Foster Baked French Toast

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Bananas and pecans are glazed in a buttery brown sugar sauce in this baked French toast recipe, which serves up all the taste of the spectacular dessert in fine fashion.

Sausage and Pancake Casserole

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Spicy breakfast sausage meets sweet apples and maple syrup in this easy biscuit casserole that can be made on Mother’s Day morning, or prepped and assembled the night before.

Easy Four-Layer Chocolate Dessert

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Thanks to chocolate pudding mix and whipped topping, this recipe is perfect for beginner bakers looking to make something spectacular for Mother’s Day. People will rave over the tender homemade crust.

Sweet and Savory Deviled Eggs

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In this unique spin on deviled eggs, sweet cherries balance heat from jalapeno peppers; celery and pickles add a nice crunch. The ingredient combo might sound odd, but you’ve gotta try this contest-winning recipe.

Nutella-Stuffed Strawberries

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Gourmet chocolate-covered strawberries are pricey to order for Mother’s Day, but easy to make at home. Better still, this recipe involves not only chocolate and strawberries, but also Nutella.

Orange Dream Mimosas

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Mimosas meet Creamsicles in this chilly champagne co*cktail. For a non-alcoholic version, swap out the champagne for ginger ale or sparkling cider.

Frozen Chocolate Monkey Treats

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We’re bananas for these chocolate-dipped kid-friendly bites. They can be a fun (and messy!) Mother’s Day kitchen activity for the whole family.

Strawberry Buttermilk Skillet Shortcake

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This cast-iron skillet recipe is essentially a big buttermilk biscuit baked with fresh strawberries and cinnamon streusel. Mom will love the strawberry hearts on top.

Berries in Champagne Jelly

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Serve this jiggly champagne jelly topped with fresh spring berries in your fanciest wine glasses for the most simple elegant dessert you’ve ever made.

Spring Onion Pimiento Cheese Grits

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This easy recipe for Mother’s Day dinner is a great way to take advantage of the all-too-short spring onion season.

Slow-Cooker Monkey Bread

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It takes 2-1/2 to 3 hours in a slow cooker to turn refrigerated buttermilk biscuits into something ooey, gooey and utterly irresistible. Not an early bird? Here are our favorite slow-cooker Mother’s day brunch recipes.

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This recipe makes two tarts, so you can eat one on Mother’s Day, then freeze the second to enjoy another day. Or, if you’re celebrating with a mom and a mom-in-law, you can bring one tart to each gathering!

Almond-Vanilla Yogurt Parfaits

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Yogurt parfaits are a perfect addition to any breakfast-in-bed experience, especially when there’s a secret ingredient that makes them taste like dessert. (OK, we’ll tell you: It’s pudding.)

Mini Corn Muffins with Spicy Cheddar Filling

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It takes a little bit of time to make these bite-sized cheese-filled muffins, but they’re so adorable and tasty that you won’t mind one bit.

Air-Fryer Lime Macaroons

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If you’ve never tried making cookies in your air fryer before, these gin-spiked coconut lime macaroons are a great place to start. Still haven’t hopped on the air-fryer trend? These are our Test Kitchen’s top-ranked models.

Black Bottom Brandy Bites

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Here’s an easy Mother’s Day recipe idea. Make these adorable bite-sized pies by pressing circles of refrigerated pie dough into mini-muffin tins and baking until golden brown.

Rosemary Strawberry Daiquiri

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Frozen strawberries make this frozen co*cktail recipe a cinch to make; an easy, herby simple syrup adds a kick of freshness.

Apricot-Hazelnut Triangles

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Customize these to her heart’s content. Use your imagination when making crispy cookie treats—try different nuts, jams and dark or white chocolate.

Roasted Grape and Sweet Cheese Phyllo Galette

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This stunner of a tart is perfect for Mother’s Day brunch. Finish with a drizzle of exquisite honey and a sprinkle of coarse sugar.

Leek Quiche

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This indulgent leek quiche can be made in a large pie version or in little tartlets. If you want to make it vegetarian, leave out the sausage—it’ll still taste incredible without it.

Almond Biscotti

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A pot of coffee with crunchy homemade biscotti eaten on a comfy couch may be the perfect way to wake up on Mother’s Day.

Creamy Pesto ‘n Bacon Eggs Benedict

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This Italian-inspired version of eggs Benedict replaces fussy hollandaise sauce with an easy cream sauce made with store bought pesto.

Raspberry Peach Puff Pancake

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It takes less than 5 minutes to prep this stunner of a Mother’s Day breakfast, and only about 20 minutes in the oven.

Allison is a James Beard-nominated cookbook author, recipe developer and food writer. As a former professional chef, Allison is the go-to writer at Taste of Home for putting cooking tools to the test and sharing what’s worth adding to your home kitchen. A few of the things she’s personally reviewed at Taste of Home include HexClad cookware, All-Clad cookware and the Beautiful by Drew Barrymore cookware set. Formerly the chef-owner of Robicelli’s Bakery in Brooklyn, she currently resides in Baltimore, Maryland, with her kids, cats, pots and pans.