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22 Breakfast Recipes for Mother’s Day She’ll Want Again Next Year

Don’t phone it in this year — make one of these breakfast recipes for Mother’s Day that the mom in your life actually wants to eat.

Let’s be honest: a lot of dads — and adult kids, for that matter — phone it in on Mother’s Day. But it doesn’t have to be that way. These breakfast recipes for Mother’s Day will help you take things to another level.

Because again, keeping it real — it is not always the thought that counts. Sometimes it’s the effort. Showing a little commitment and creativity. Mom loves her kids, and she’s so glad that you (sort of) kept them quiet while she slept in and that together you made these, well, pretty mediocre pancakes. But does she really have to eat them? Today, of all days, you want her to pretend this phoned in meal tastes mmm mmm good?

Nah, not this year. This time, you’re going to make one of these breakfast recipes for Mother’s Day that is both memorable and delicious. Something she’ll ask for again. Maybe even before next year. Her birthday? It could be a tradition. Imagine her telling her friends about how you made Queen Elizabeth’s pancake recipe for the queen in your life…

Yeah, that’s the kind of special, brag-able moment she deserves. So let’s get started.

Don’t let the haters tell you otherwise — banana bread is totally a breakfast food, even if it’s a double chocolate banana bread. But you can also make a vegan smoothie bowl, if that’s more Mom’s speed.

Think to yourself — what would she order if we went out to brunch? And then pick the recipe below that most closely resembles that restaurant-level experience. For my wife, it would be the smoked salmon avocado bagel, sausage gravy and biscuits, or the Eggs Benedict. What about yours?

You can do this. We can do this. Because the moms around us deserve it, and they should know how much they’re loved and appreciated — without having to feign excitement.

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Queen Elizabeth's Pancake Recipe Photo
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Queen Elizabeth’s Pancake Recipe
In the wake of her passing, Queen Elizabeth’s pancake recipe (as shared with President Dwight D. Eisenhower) has gone viral.
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Smoked Salmon Avocado Cream Cheese Bagel Photo
Meghan Bassett
Smoked Salmon Avocado Cream Cheese Bagel Recipe
A Smoked Salmon Avocado Cream Cheese Bagel is a new way to do breakfast or brunch. Instead of the default lox and bagel routine, switch to flavorful smoked salmon paired with creamy avocado, rich cream cheese, red onion and capers. It’s a twist on the traditional pairing that will start your day off the right way!
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Cheesy Avocado Egg in a Hole Photo
Meghan Yager
Cheesy Avocado Egg in a Hole Recipe
Cheesy Avocado Egg in a Hole is just what you want to wake up to in the morning, and it’s ready in less than 30 minutes! With ham, cheese, avocado, and a perfectly runny egg, all you need is a mug of coffee to start your day off right.
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Chicken and Waffles Photo
Megan Myers
Chicken and Waffles Recipe
Chicken and Waffles are made with baked chicken tenders and delicious homemade waffles. No one will be able to resist!
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Tex Mex Breakfast Sheet Pan Frittata Recipe Photo
Cyd Converse
Tex Mex Breakfast Sheet Pan Frittata Recipe
This Tex Mex breakfast sheet pan frittata recipe is easy to make and great for meal prep or for serving a crowd at brunch.
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Full English Breakfast Photo
Janette Fushchi
Full English Breakfast Recipe
Full English Breakfast is a traditional meal that’ll satisfying you for the whole morning. And possibly the entire day!
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Green Smoothie Pancakes Photo
Shashi Charles
Green Smoothie Pancakes Recipe
Uniting my bowl of oats and my green smoothie, these Green Smoothie Pancakes are refined sugar free and gluten free. Brew up a large pot of coffee, gather and linger with friends and family over a tasty breakfast or brunch of these bright green flapjacks.
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Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Want an easy way to make breakfast potatoes (AKA home fries) in an air fryer? Use our simple and delicious recipe!
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Ham Asparagus Scones Photo
Megan Myers
Ham Asparagus Scones Recipe
Ham Asparagus Scones use on of the most fanastic vegetables of the Spring season. Combine it with ham, and you’ve got a lovely meal!
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Chile Relleno Photo
Serene Herrera
Chile Relleno Recipe
Chile Relleno can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or easy dinner. Spicy, savory, and perfectly delectable.
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Caramel Apple Croissants Photo
Nancy Piran
Caramel Apple Croissants Recipe
Caramel Apple Croissants make brunch or dessert extra special. Guaranteed to be one of your favorite autumn treats!
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California-Style Eggs Benedict Photo
Meghan Bassett
California-Style Eggs Benedict Recipe
California-Style Eggs Benedict is a lightened up version of the classic favorite. Fresh and bright, it comes out perfectly every time!
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Strawberry Banana Protein Kefir Smoothie
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Strawberry Banana Protein Kefir Smoothie
This kefir-based smoothie is satisfying, thick, and packed with fruit and protein.
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Baked Ham and Cheese Egg Muffins Photo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Savory Breakfast Muffins Recipe
Savory Breakfast Muffins make a great change of pace from all those pieces of cake masquerading as health food because they don’t have frosting. Whip some up and start the day off right.
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Gluten Free Bananas Foster Pancakes Photo
Kristy Still
Gluten Free Bananas Foster Pancakes Recipe
Gluten free bananas foster pancakes are topped with scrumptious caramelized bananas. They’re lick-the-plate worthy!
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Banana Bread French Toast Sticks Photo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Banana Bread French Toast Sticks Recipe
Banana Bread French Toast Sticks are a delicious and easy breakfast you can make ahead. Great for the days you dash out the door!
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TikTok Yogurt Toast Photo
Cyd Converse
Yogurt Toast
Have you tried the viral TikTok yogurt toast recipe? We gave it a try and here’s how it turned out!
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Cherry Chocolate Chip Waffles Photo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Cherry Chocolate Chip Waffles Recipe
Cherry Chocolate Chip Waffles will be what draws your family to the breakfast table immediately. Cherries, chocolate, and waffles will…
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Glazed Cranberry Orange Scones Photo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Glazed Cranberry Orange Scones Recipe
These Glazed Cranberry Orange Scones are soft and buttery and bursting with flavor in every bite. It’s a delightful way to start out the morning.
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Vegan Banana Split Smoothie Bowl Photo
Taylor Kiser
Vegan Banana Split Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Vegan Banana Split Smoothie Bowl will perk up your day like never before. Totally irresistible!
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Maple Pecan Banana Bread Photo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Maple Pecan Banana Bread Recipe
Enjoy a slice of this Maple Pecan Banana Bread with your morning coffee. This sweet bread is a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack choice this fall.
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Lemon Blueberry Skillet Pancakes Photo
David Dial
Lemon Blueberry Skillet Pancakes Recipe
Lemon Blueberry Skillet Pancakes will bring brightness to your step. Lemon and blueberries top this one pan skillet pancake.
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