Article Updated April 24, 2026

Treat mom to a culinary journey of recipes this Mother’s Day! Moms dedicate their days to making sure we’re happy and well-fed. This year, return the favor by treating her to a celebration she won’t forget. Whether mom’s a breakfast aficionado, lunch lover, or a dinner diva, there’s a recipe here to make her heart (and stomach) smile. After all, gifts mean the most when they’re handmade (or home-cooked) with care. 

Mother’s Day Recipes to Make Mom Smile

Breakfast and Brunch

Perfect Avocado Toast

You can’t go wrong when it comes to Avocado Toast. But, you can certainly make sure it’s excellently dressed for mom’s big day. We smother a slice of your favorite sourdough toast in ricotta cheese, chèvre, honey, shaved carrot, and slices of only the ripest avocado. Garnish it with salmon roe and hemp hearts to really win mom over. 

Best Tropical Smoothie Bowl

What better than a bright and inviting Tropical Smoothie Bowl to kick off a celebratory morning? This rainbow beauty tastes even better than it looks. Take a bite of berry and dragonfruit smoothie base with chunks of dark chocolate granola, chia seeds, goji berries, and all the fresh fruit you desire. It even includes a scoop of Vital Protein Collagen Peptides for rejuvenation. 

Stack ’em High Pancakes

Don’t skimp out on flat, thin, flavorless pancakes. Mom deserves a special plate of Stack ‘em High Pancakes. Get creative with this dish by adding fresh fruit, local maple syrup or honey, and a dollop of fresh whipped cream. Allow the pancakes to be the star of the show, or serve them alongside other breakfast favorites like eggs and bacon.

Sweet Potato Waffles with a Citrus Curd

In case mom’s not a fan of pancakes, waffles are the perfect substitute. They’re a bit more hearty than pancakes and this recipe makes them from pureed sweet potatoes so you get your nutritious boost for the day. The citrus curd on top is the perfect, vibrant topping for starting off a sunny day.

Martha Stewart-Inspired Asparagus, Leek, and Jarlsberg Quiche

If you’re letting mom sleep in on her special day, prepare her brunch with an Asparagus, Leek, and Jarlsberg Quiche. Inspired by our queen Martha Stewart this quiche is full of everything that makes you feel good. The rich, nutty Jarlsberg cheese adds a distinctive touch that’s deliciously savory.

Lunch

Strawberry Pecan Salad

Embrace the spring season and the closeness of summer with a salad that reminds us of lounging by the pool. Not only is our Strawberry Pecan Salad simple to make, it also makes a huge bowlful so you can serve lunch to your whole family. We top ours with balsamic vinaigrette, but feel free to have a selection available at the table so everyone can have the dressing they love.

Roasted Carrot and Chickpea Sandwich

Fresh vegetables can create a hearty sandwich with flavors you might not expect. Our Roasted Carrot and Chickpea Sandwich balances gentle sweetness with savory appeal. Made with a deliciously addictive marinade for the carrots and a creamy chickpea spread, you just might have to make one for yourself too. Plus, the added crunch from English cucumber is the type of thing our taste buds live for. 

Potato Rösti

We know potatoes are a go-to side dish so we upgraded Potato Rösti to make sure your lunch is elevated and personal. Garnish crispy shredded potatoes cooked to perfection with a combination of trout roe, crème fraîche, plus plenty of chives and dill. To quote Chef Joey Hilty who made this recipe, “the more herbage, the better.”

Bánh Mì-Inspired Grilled Zucchini Sandwiches

This Vietnamese style sandwich gives you another interesting way to use zucchini that’s not just in a salad. A combination of spicy mayo, refreshing cilantro, and plenty of fresh veggies is a rejuvenating lunch for Mother’s Day. Try serving it with one of our signature sides.

Eggplant and Smoked Mozzarella Tart

A fresh breath of spring and a sign of the start of summer, our Eggplant and Smoked Mozzarella Tart is your luxurious answer to lunch. A flaky crust holds melted smoked mozzarella, soft goat cheese, and toasty eggplant. A drizzle of honey finishes off this lunch for the entire family.

Dinner

Seared Salmon with Borscht Risotto and Horseradish Crème Fraîche

Craving a unique and flavorful fish dish to impress mom? This Seared Salmon with Borscht Risotto and Horseradish Crème Fraîche offers a refreshing exploration of unexpected pairings. Imagine the rich, savoriness of borscht infused into creamy risotto and a touch of zesty horseradish crème fraîche for the finishing touch.

Brussels Sprouts in Orange and Apricot Sauce

Take brussels sprouts from ordinary to extraordinary with an Orange and Apricot Sauce that adds just the right amount of sweetness. This vibrant sauce combines the sweetness of apricot jam with the tang of orange juice. A sprinkle of fried onion adds a textural contrast, making this dish a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Braised Pork Shoulder & Kimchi Soup

Bring a little adventure into your Mother’s Day dinner with an infusion of Korean flavors. The tangy, spicy notes of kimchi perfectly balance the richness of the pork, creating a complex and satisfying dish. So why not ditch the ordinary and give mom a taste of something new with this Braised Pork Shoulder & Kimchi Soup.

Gnocchi with Arugula Pesto and Shrimp

Head out to your local Italian grocery store and pick up a bag of handmade gnocchi to treat mom to the best. You’ll learn to make an arugula pesto that adds an earthy touch to the gochugaru shrimp and grated gruyere cheese. Presentation is key here so take your time arranging the plate in a beautiful way for mom.

Creamy Chipotle Chicken Enchilada Skillet

For mom’s who love Latin cooking, a Creamy Chipotle Chicken Enchilada Skillet replaces that trip to a Mexican restaurant for something made with love. All in one skillet you’ll make a mix of rotisserie chicken, chipotle peppers, tortillas, and melted cheese, baked until golden and bubbly. Serve right from the skillet and top with sliced avocado, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.

Dessert

Berry Cobbler with Banana Ice Cream

You can’t have Mother’s Day complete without a dessert as sweet as mom’s love. Our Berry Cobbler with Banana Ice Cream is all about nostalgia. It features a bubbling berry filling nestled beneath a golden, buttery crust and creamy banana ice cream. This classic cobbler is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and bring back warm memories.

Triple Citrus Shortbread Squares

Not every dessert has to be super-sweet to be delicious. Instead, these Triple Citrus Shortbread Squares mix a tender shortbread dough with fresh lemon, lime, and orange juice and zest. Top each of these little bites with a smooth homemade whipped cream and an edible flower that just so happens to come in mom’s favorite color.

Kiwi Lime Tart

Want to make a dessert that impresses? This tart uses bright kiwi and lime as the stars of the show. The filling is smooth and just tangy enough to match the buttery homemade crust. You can really get creative with your topping here, carefully pipping on whipped cream and placing fresh fruits.

Bridgerton Teatime Pecan Balls

Maybe you don’t want to go as decadent with dessert after a filling and satisfying meal. Instead, make these Teatime Pecan Balls inspired by the romance of Bridgerton. They’re light and delicate with a soft buttery bite full of chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds. They’re perfect served alongside mom’s favorite tea.

Cocktails

Mother’s Day Spring Pea Cocktail

Let’s make a toast to mom! This Mother’s Day Spring Pea Cocktail recipe is a light and mouthwatering way to show Mom how much you care. Sip a refreshing sweet pea simple syrup shaken with fresh lime juice and perfectly balanced with gin and a touch of minty liqueur. Top it all off with sparkling Prosecco for a fizzy finish.

Mother’s Day Lavender Lemon Drop

Someone as sweet and comforting as mom deserves a cocktail that gives off the same energy. This Mother’s Day Lavender Lemon Drop balances rich lavender with tangy lemon. Plus, you can even put in a little extra effort and make the lavender simple syrup from scratch so that every aspect comes straight from the heart.

Blackberry Crush Spritz

Spritzes are one of our go-to cocktails for celebrations and warm spring days. It’s refreshing, cooling, and a delicious way to relax on mom’s big day. This Blackberry Crush Spritz uses fresh crushes blackberries with a simple syrup, lemon juice, vodka, and seltzer for a burst of natural fruit flavor.

In the Butterfly Garden, a Mother’s Day  Gin and Tonic Mocktail

Even if mom doesn’t drink, you can still mix her up a mocktail that’ll whisk her away to a magical garden. This enchanting butterfly, non-alcoholic gin and tonic infuses botanical zero-alcohol gin with lemon juice, homemade butterfly pea flower simple syrup, and tonic. It’s really the edible butterfly and crushed dried blueberry garnish that brings this vibrant beverage to life.

8 Mocktail Recipes from Chef Richard Sandoval’s Art of Zero-Proof Collection

Just in case you’re looking for further non-alcoholic options, Chef Richard Sandoval’s Art of Zero-Proof recipe collection runs through all your favorite cocktails in mocktail form. There’s a Smoked Old Fashioned, Blackberry Penicillin, Aloe & Apple White No-Groni, and plenty of others.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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