34 Mother's Day Brunch Recipes That Mama Will Love

Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Tradition calls to celebrate Mother’s Day with breakfast in bed, but here in the South, we have other plans. Mama needs her beauty sleep, and she always likes to dress up for an occasion. Why bombard her early in the morning when you can prepare an elegant Mother’s Day brunch, allowing her ample time to get all dolled up? We’re talking the whole nine yards: Pretty tablescapes and floral arrangements, dresses and pearls, a pitcher of sweet tea and, of course, a stellar brunch spread that rivals anything Mama could’ve whipped up. Our menu will feature frittatas, casseroles, bread puddings, and breakfast breads. Start the meal with a plate of scones or muffins, then mix sweet and savory with egg dishes and platters of syrup-bathed French toast.

Mother’s Day is a chance to celebrate all of the hard work our Mamas do every day to support our families. It’s a chance for us to say “thank you” for all the unconditional love she’s given us throughout a lifetime. This Mother’s Day, get Mama out of the kitchen for once and prepare a special brunch to honor the woman who does it all. Mama will be talking about this Mother’s Day for many years to come.

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Asparagus Quiche

Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Asparagus Quiche

This fancy, veggie-filled quiche is perfect for springtime.

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Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole

Alison Miksch

Recipe: Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole

Buttery croissants take this breakfast casserole to the next level.

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Orange Rolls

Southern Living

Recipe: Orange Rolls

This citrus-forward Alabamian take on Cinnamon Rolls is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Caitlin Bensel

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

An ideal recipe for the busy hostess, this stunning Cinnamon Roll Casserole comes together in your slow cooker. Icing is optional, but highly recommended.

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Lemon-Poppyseed Muffins

Southern Living

Recipe: Lemon-Poppyseed Muffins

With only 10 minutes of active time, these sweet muffins come together in a snap.

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Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Antonis Achilleos

Recipe: Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Treat mom to a slice of this indulgent, cinnamon swirled coffee cake. The secret ingredient? Sour cream.

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Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup

Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup

The Bourbon-Maple Syrup is the crowning glory of this easy overnight casserole.

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Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake

Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake

Crowned with gleaming fried eggs, this simple corn tostada casserole is a show-stopper.

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Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet

Jennifer Causey

Recipe: Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet

The South’s favorite breakfast gets a big-batch upgrade with the help of a cast-iron skillet.

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole

We’ve turned the South’s favorite dish into a casserole, ideal for feeding a family.

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Peach Scones

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Peach Scones

No Southern table is complete without a fair dose of peach, and these seasonal scones will satisfy all your cravings.

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Mini Bananas Foster Sticky Buns

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Mini Bananas Foster Sticky Buns

There’s no better way to start or end a brunch than with a sweet treat in miniature. These adorable sticky buns fit the bill.

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Biscuit Cinnamon Sweet Rolls

Alison Miksch

Recipe: Biscuit Cinnamon Sweet Rolls

Combine Mama’s two favorite things—biscuits and cinnamon rolls—into one stunning dish.

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Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Crumbly sausage meets crispy hash browns in this soon-to-be favorite breakfast casserole.

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Buttermilk Breakfast Scones

Southern Living

Recipe: Buttermilk Breakfast Scones

If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, these scones—slathered with butter and jam—make an ideal afternoon snack or breakfast.

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Jennifer Causey

Recipe: Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Feel free to swap out blueberries for any berry of your choice to add color to this creative casserole.

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Tomato-Herb Frittata

Victor Protasio

Recipe: Tomato-Herb Frittata

A frittata is an easy solution to making big-batch eggs for a crowd.

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Snickerdoodle Doughnut Hole Muffins

Photo: Alison Miksch; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Snickerdoodle Doughnut Hole Muffins

These cute-as-can-be doughnut poppers are rolled in cinnamon and sugar. They surely won’t last long on your brunch table.

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Classic Belgian Waffles

Antonis Achilleos

Recipe: Classic Belgian Waffles

That Belgian waffle maker that hasn’t been used since 1990? Time to dust it off.

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Fried Chicken Biscuits with Rosemary Hot Honey

Skyler Burt

Recipe: Fried Chicken Biscuits with Rosemary Hot Honey

For the Mama who prefers lunch to breakfast, these fried chicken sliders are the ultimate indulgence.

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Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake

Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake

It isn’t a Southern brunch without a big pot of grits—why not make an extra-indulgent side out of it with ham and corn?

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Fried Skillet Potatoes

Caitlin Bensel

Recipe: Fried Skillet Potatoes

Diced and cooked to a crisp in a skillet, these breakfast potatoes might just outshine those pancakes.

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Baked Oatmeal

Jennifer Causey

Recipe: Baked Oatmeal

If Mama is watching her figure, she’ll appreciate this tasty, cinnamon-spiced baked oatmeal.

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Country Ham Hash

Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Country Ham Hash

Any good brunch spread needs ample sides, and this Country Ham Hash is our go-to.

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Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding

Recipe: Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding

An almost-stale loaf of bread gets a new lease on life in this utterly decadent Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding.

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Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake

Photo: Alison Miksch; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake

This cake can double as breakfast or dessert, making it the perfect option for a Mother’s Day brunch.

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Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake

Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Margaret Dickey, Prop Styling: Kay E Clarke

Recipe: Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake

This show-stopping Bundt combines the flavor of a donut with the richness of a pound cake. The result? Your new favorite dessert.

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Fresh Fruit Salad

Jen Causey

Recipe: Fresh Fruit Salad

This simple side is easy to throw together and adds a pop of freshness to your brunch spread.

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Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding

Southern Living

Recipe: Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding

Sneak in some greens in the most delicious fashion with this Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding.

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Buttermilk Biscuits

Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Buttermilk Biscuits

Nobody can compete with Mama’s homemade biscuits, but you may just come close to perfection with this trusty recipe.

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Stewed Tomato Shirred Eggs with Ham Chips

Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Stewed Tomato Shirred Eggs with Ham Chips

For the adventurous eaters, this Middle Eastern-inspired brunch dish will be a welcome change of pace.

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34 Mother's Day Brunch Recipes That Mama Will Love

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Asparagus Quiche

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Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole

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Orange Rolls

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Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

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Lemon-Poppyseed Muffins

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Cinnamon Coffee Cake

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Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup

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Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake

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Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

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Peach Scones

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Mini Bananas Foster Sticky Buns

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Biscuit Cinnamon Sweet Rolls

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Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

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Buttermilk Breakfast Scones

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

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Tomato-Herb Frittata

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Snickerdoodle Doughnut Hole Muffins

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Classic Belgian Waffles

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Fried Chicken Biscuits with Rosemary Hot Honey

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Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake

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Fried Skillet Potatoes

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Baked Oatmeal

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Country Ham Hash

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Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding

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Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake