Best Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes
Here are some of my favorite Mother’s Day Brunch Recipe Ideas that are easy to prepare ahead of time, so you can relax and enjoy Mother’s Day with your family. Many of these recipes can be frozen ahead of time or prepared the day before and then baked just before your brunch begins.
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and it’s time to plan. If you are planning a Mother’s Day Brunch, you want to ensure your menu includes tasty, easy-to-make recipes. Y’all know I only share “it’s so easy, even I’ll make it” recipes, so rest assured, you can do this.
Mother’s Day Brunch Appetizer & Beverage
This is one of my favorite appetizers because you can prepare and freeze it weeks in advance, then pop it in the oven a few minutes before your guest arrives.
Artichoke & Sun-Dried Tomato Phyllo Bites
Ingredients
- 2 14 oz. cans Artichoke Hearts drained & chopped
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan & Asiago Cheese
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Oil Packed Sun-dried Tomatoes drained & finely chopped
- ½ tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ tsp hot sauce
- 3 1.9 oz pkg. Frozen Mini Phyllo Cups thawed
- ½ cup chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven 350°°
- Line Baking sheet with Parchment Paper
- Mix together first 7 ingredients
- Spoon mixture into phyllo cups
- Place filled cups on prepared baking sheet
- Bake approx. 15 minutes or until filling is hot
- Garnish with Chives°
Notes
This is the best lemonade recipe and only gets better with time. However, it disappears fast once you put it out.
The Secret to Make The Best Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
Ingredients
- 1½ cup Sugar
- 7-8 lemons
- lemon zest
- water
Instructions
- grate lemon for zest
- heat water with zest and sugar until sugar is dissolved
- stain the sugar and zest mixture
- juice all lemons
- add remaining water and refrigerate
Notes
If you want a cocktail recipe for your brunch, try this delicious Homemade Butterfinger Kahlua Martini, which also includes how to make the homemade Kahlua.
Main Dish
I couldn’t resist sharing my longtime favorite, Hot Chicken Salad, for the main dish. I have had this recipe for over 30 years, and it is still one of my favorites. In addition, this recipe is easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
Hot Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast salt to taste
- 2 cups sliced Celery
- 2 tbsp chopped onion
- ½ cup Lemon Juice
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup crushed potato chips
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except potato chips and shredded cheese together in mixing bowl.
- Transfer ingredients into a lightly greased baking dish.
- Top with crushed potato chips and cheese.
- Bake in 450° oven for 10-15 minutes. Just until hot
Notes
Simple Side Dishes
I love serving the Hot Chicken Salad with a fresh fruit salad. However, this tasty side dish also works well with the Chicken Salad. This is another simple side dish that can be made in advance and is better with age.
Crunchy Chinese Pickled Cucumber Recipe with Pantry Staples
Equipment
- 365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Grade A Dark Maple Syrup, 12 Fl Oz
- McCormick Culinary Whole Sesame Seed, 16 oz – One 16 Ounce Container of Hulled Whole White Sesame Seeds Perfect for Noodle Dishes, Sushi, Stir-Fries and Coating for Meat and Fish
- McCormick Peppercorn Medley Grinder, 0.85 oz (Pack of 6)
- Soy Sauce Artisanal Classic 500 Days Aged, Japanese Premium Handmade, Naturally Brewed, No Additives, Non-GMO, Made in Japan(360ml)【YAMASAN】
- La Tourangelle, Toasted Sesame Oil, Great for Cooking, Add to Noodles, Stir-Fry, Vegetables, Vinaigrettes, and Marinades, 8.45 fl oz
- 365 by Whole Foods Market, Balsamic Vinegar Of Modena, 16.9 Fl Oz
- 365 by Whole Foods Market, Vinegars Rice Organic, 12.7 Fl Oz
Ingredients
- 4 Persian Cucumbers or Small Firm Cucumbers
- 1 tsp. soy sauce
- 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp. Maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp. ground peppercorn medley
- 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- Toasted Sesame Seed
Instructions
- Wash and dry cucumbers.
- Slice cucumbers vertically or horizontally into bite-size pieces
- Place in a colander and sprinkle with salt
- Allow the salted cucumbers to drain for approximately 30 minutes
- Mix all remaining ingredients except toasted sesame seeds and whisk together to form a marinade.
- After draining the cucumbers, rinse thoroughly with cold water.
- Place between paper towels and press to dry.
- Pour spicy marinade over the cucumbers and toss.
- Seal the mixture in a bowl with a lid or cling wrap.
- Place in refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Toast sesame seeds and set aside.
- Remove pickled cucumbers from the refrigerator just before serving and sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
Another side dish option is this tangy corn relish.
Corn Relish
Equipment
- 1 Sauce Pan
Ingredients
- 2 12oz whole kernel corn drain & save 1/2 juice
- 2/3 cups diced onions
- 2/3 cups green peppers chopped
- 2/3 cups pimentos
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp dry mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Drain the corn and save 1/2 cup of corn juice
- Combine Corn, Onion, Pepper, and pimento in a Bowl.
- Combine the remaining ingredients and the reserved corn juice in a saucepan and bring to a boil until all the dry ingredients have dissolved.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the corn mixture in the bowl, stir well.
- Cover, and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally
Notes
Easy Dessert Recipe
Another favorite is this super-easy-to-make German Chocolate Upside Down Cake. I’m not a baker, but even I can make this one, and it’s always so delicious.
Easy German Chocolate Upside Down Cake
Equipment
- 9×13 Disposable Aluminum Foil Pans with Lids [25 Sets] Large Baking Pan Trays – Heavy Duty Tin Tray & Lid – Half Size Chafing Dishes. Food Containers for Roasting, Cooking, Heating or Steam Table
- GreenLife Bakeware Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 13″ x 9″ Rectangular Cake Baking Pan, PFAS-Free, Turquoise
- Betty Crocker Super Moist German Chocolate Cake Mix and Coconut Pecan Frosting Bundle (4 Pack)
Ingredients
- 1 Box German Chocolate Cake Mix Prepare as directed
- 1 cup Chopped Pecans
- 1 cup Coconut Flakes
- 1 8 oz. Cream Cheese
- 1 box Confectioners/Powdered Sugar
- 1 stick Butter or Margarine
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°
- Grease 9 x 13 Baking Dish
- Mix Chopped Pecans & Coconut together
- Spread evenly into bottom of baking dish
- Prepare Cake mix according to direction and beat until smooth
- Pour Cake mixture over top of pecan & coconut mixture
- Melt butter and cream cheese in sauce pan over low heat
- Once mixture stirs well, add powered sugar slowly, stirring continuously until mixture is smooth.
- Pour over top of cake mix.
- Bake for 25- 30 minutes
Notes
I love hosting brunch, and I recently shared “How to Plan Girlfriend Time,” which includes planning a brunch. In addition, you might also like the Christmas Brunch Menu and Recipes. I shared this menu in December, but it’s great anytime.
Thanks for stopping by!
Love the recipes! How many servings for the hot chicken salad? Would like to make it for ladies craft day we do once a month.
Thanks!
This is a great menu. The chicken salad sounds amazing
Cindy,
Thanks for stopping by. It really is a great dish that everyone loves.
Margie,
It serves 6 but it’s easy to double or triple. Thanks for stopping by.
What an amazing brunch menu! Love it Rachel!
Stacy
I really appreciate you for stopping by.
How lucky are we that you shared not only one recipe but an entire meal full of them. I have my eye on that german chocolate upside-down cake Rachel! Sharing this on my weekly wrap-up blog post tomorrow.
Kim,
I appreciate you so much.
Rachel, this is the perfect Mother’s Day brunch. The recipes sound amazing and the tablescape is gorgeous.
Renae,
I really appreciate your comments. Thanks for stopping by.
Can you tell me how much butter is supposed to be used in the German chocolate upside down cake? Recipe says mix butter with cream cheese, but I don’t see how much butter is needed. Thank you so much. I can’t wait to make this, German chocolate is my mother in law’s and husband’s favorite cake. This one, with the little twist of directions will be a fun alternative to the traditional.
Frankie,
I’m so glad you messaged me. It’s one stick of butter. I completely left that off and it has been corrected. Thanks so much. You will love this easy recipe.
Thanks for sharing your wonderful recipes with us, Rachel! I am having a group of gals in for lunch and you have given me the menu! I am going to serve your Hot Chicken Salad with fruit and your German Chocolate Upside Down Cake for dessert. Can’t wait to taste everything! I know the gals will love everything!
Mary-Ann,
So glad you found these recipes helpful. Let me know how the luncheon goes. Have a great time.