Mother's Day is coming up! Take the stress out of this year's Mother's Day menu by making most of the food ahead of time. Try one of these 60 Make-Ahead Mother's Day Brunch Recipes. From cocktails to overnight rolls to beautiful bountiful egg dishes, you can create a delicious celebration meal – without the fuss!
Mother's Day is such a special day. Not just for us moms, but I remember loving celebrating Mother's Day as a kid. I loved having a day to celebrate my amazing mom - and, like most holidays, Mother's Day also meant we would be eating amazing food.
Whether you are celebrating Mother's Day as a mom, or you are preparing a feast for your own mom, make-ahead recipes are the key. This way, you can all spend more time together.
I originally wrote this post in April 2019 and have updated it to contain even MORE delicious recipes. More cocktails, more casseroles, more vegetarian & vegan dishes, more desserts.
There are so many great recipes out there and I wanted to compile 60 of the best Make-Ahead Mother's Day Brunch Recipes from fellow food bloggers and recipe developers whom I know and trust to create delicious meals. Feel free to Pin this to Pinterest, and share these yummy recipes, then enjoy planning a stress-free, FUN Mother's Day brunch!
Mother's Day Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes
Here are 60 of the best brunch recipes that you can make ahead of time to help make Mother's Day a breeze!
Mother's Day Brunch Recipes: 60 Make-Ahead Ideas
Mother's Day Brunch Cocktails & Mocktails
A bellini is a classic cocktail that you can mix up together ahead of time and then pour and serve when you are ready. This bellini has fresh berries and lime - perfect for spring!
Make this strawberry sangria the night before. So pretty and delicious for Mother's Day!
This Tangerine Champagne cocktail is a delicate, yet impactful sipper with the delicious punch of tangerine juice and Grand Marnier mixed with bubbly.
A light, beautiful twist on classic sangria, this recipe calls for elegant elderflower and fresh spring/summer fruits!
If mom's a bourbon lover, she'll love this Citrus Bourbon Buzz cocktail! Whip up a batch the night before then serve at brunch. Cheers!
Every brunch needs coffee and this recipe makes enough to serve a crowd. Bonus: make it ahead of time and simply pour when you're ready to serve!
Strawberry mimosas are always a brunch hit. Mom will love them!
What's a brunch without bloody mary cocktails? These are savory and perfect for Mother's Day brunch.
If you're looking for a Mother's Day mocktail, check out this mojito mocktail. Same taste, without the alcohol!
Make-Ahead Granola & Overnight Oats Recipes
This granola is awesome to make ahead of time and stored in airtight containers (I use mason jars), then you can serve it up on its own or as a topping for yogurt parfaits.
Coffee granola is great when your sweet tooth is calling but you still want something healthier.
Overnight Mango Coconut Oats {GF, Vegan, West African Flavours}
These overnight oats are bright and cheerful with a tropical flavor twist!
If you're looking for a healthier make-ahead option for Mother's Day, try these overnight chocolate peanut butter oats. Rich and creamy, they are great for a quiet Mother's Day in with a cup of coffee.
Make-Ahead Bread & Pastries
From quick breads to muffins, scones, and cinnamon rolls, here are some classic and creative new recipes to make for Mother's Day brunch!
This is one of the most popular brunch recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com and for good reason. This banana coffee cake is light and fluffy with a crunchy, sugary crumb topping. It's SO good. You'll love it!
These scones are packed with yummy chocolate chips and coffee or espresso for a Mother's Day morning pick-me-up treat. Perfect with a cup of coffee!
These cinnamon rolls are elevated with a delicious orange cardamom twist. Make them the night before, then bake them the morning of Mother's Day. The frosting is essential -- SO good! Don't skip it!
These overnight pillow soft and fluffy rolls are filled with chocolate Nutella, then topped with a luxurious vanilla glaze. Perfect breakfast or brunch treat!
These beautiful sweet rolls are absolutely delicious! Loaded with fresh raspberries in a cheesecake filling are irresistible!
Cannoli Muffins, an easy make ahead option inspired by the popular Italian dessert!
Sweet, light, and fluffy, this quick bread is a beautiful brunch addition to any Mother's Day menu.
These scones have bright, tart cranberries with sweet white chocolate. A lovely addition for brunch!
This quick bread recipe is vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free, and is a deliciously sweet dish to go with brunch.
Strawberry season is here! This recipe makes the most of the season's ripest fruits and is a beautiful, yummy brunch recipe for Mother's Day.
This bread can be made a day ahead of time and it's even better the next day or two! Perfect make-ahead brunch recipe.
This apple walnut cake is tender and flavorful with little bits of crunch throughout. Make it for a special occasion or family get together!
Make-Ahead Pancakes, Waffles, and French Toast
Who doesn't love a pancake stack for brunch? These pancakes are packed with sweet apples, they're fluffy and thick, and have a sweet cinnamon sugar coating. You can freeze these for a couple of weeks, then thaw and reheat on a skillet before serving.
Gotta love dishes that you can make in one big casserole dish the night before and bake up the next day. Everyone will love this overnight French toast!
Make-Ahead Fruit Dishes
A little sweet, a little tart, and with some nice granola crunch, this is a satisfying breakfast or brunch for Mother's Day!
A big bowl of beautiful, vibrant plate will brighten up any Mother's Day menu!
This beautiful, easy tart makes the best of spring's vibrant strawberries and rhubarb. Elegant and delicious!
So simple, yet so beautiful and tasty, these easy mini fruit tarts can be made a couple of hours beforehand and refrigerated.
Make-Ahead Egg Dishes
This sausage frittata is loaded with tons of delicious and nutritious vegetables and can be made the night before. Simply reheat for 10 to 15 minutes in the oven at 350°F before you're ready to enjoy!
These cute little breakfast egg muffins are keto-friendly and low carb, but still so satisfying and yummy!
If you want a Mother's Day brunch dish with big flavors that you can make ahead of time, try this Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Sandwich recipe! Make them the night before, then wrap in foil and refrigerated. When you're ready to eat them, simply pop them into a microwave for 30-45 seconds to reheat. Or better yet, pop them into an air fryer and air fry at 380°F for 4 minutes.
These cheesy spinach mini frittatas can be made in less than 20 minutes, then baked the night before and refrigerated. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
With a buttery crust and classic ham and cheese filling, with spinach, bake this quiche the night before and refrigerate. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
Asparagus Egg Casserole with 5-minute prep and hands-free baking in the air fryer or oven. The mouthwatering combo of bacon, asparagus, and white cheddar cheese can be made ahead and reheated for breakfast or brunch.
Loaded with potatoes, sausage, eggs, and cheese, this overnight breakfast casserole is a hearty, satisfying treat for Mother's Day! Make it the night before and then simply bake the morning of your Mother's Day celebration.
Elevate your scrambled eggs with a sprinkling of spring peas, feta cheese, and bright mint. Since you can eat these hot or cold, you can make them ahead of time and refrigerate until you're ready to enjoy them.
This recipe includes a bacon version and a vegetarian version, and is my EASY answer to deviled eggs - without the fuss!
Make Mother’s Day hosting even easier with this make-ahead bacon, Gruyere and spinach strata. Crusty French bread soaks up a velvety egg custard overnight and then bakes to perfection just before serving.
All the flavors of your favorite diner breakfast staple in a make-ahead freezable breakfast egg muffin!
These Easy Make-ahead Low-Carb Mini Quiches with Almond Flour Crust are the perfect option for easy keto breakfasts or meal planning! They freeze beautifully, so you can make a large batch and keep them on hand for easy breakfasts on busy mornings. Gluten-free, with a dairy-free option.
Make-Ahead Vegetarian & Vegan Recipes
These arancini are healthier than the traditional version since they're air fried or baked instead of deep fried, but they taste just as delicious!
If you are craving a savory dish for Mother's Day, try this rustic vegan tomato and spinach tart.
This vegetarian breakfast casserole is hearty and satisfying, and can be made ahead of time.
Want a beautiful bright casserole that comes together easily? This Mexican breakfast casserole is it!
This smoky, savory mushroom marsala side dish is great on its own, or serve it over pasta for a main course. So delicious!
Making risotto in an electric pressure cooker is so simple yet flavorful and satisfying! Make this a few hours before your brunch, then simply reheat with a splash of vegetarian stock or water in your Instant Pot or Ninja Foodi on Sauté mode for a couple of minutes.
This elegant asparagus goat cheese tart has tender roasted asparagus, goat cheese, and a light puff pastry crust! Perfect for a spring brunch!
Herb Artichoke White Bean Dip is a 5-minute make-ahead dip recipe with white beans, artichokes, fresh herbs, and feta cheese. This bean dip is savory, zingy, and perfect with crackers, vegetables, or crostini.
Make-Ahead Desserts
With a buttery shortbread crust, sweet raspberry jam filling, and crunchy crumb topping, this is an AMAZING make-ahead dessert for Mother's Day! Perfect with a cup of tea or a mimosa.
Add some festive fun to your Mother's Day brunch with these easy, colorful donuts! Such a yummy and beautiful sweet treat!
Chocolate mint lovers will go crazy for this easy, delicious make-ahead Mint Chocolate Brownies! With Andes mint candies both in the brownies and sprinkled on top, and a bright sweet frosting, these brownies would be perfect for any spring table - especially for Mother's Day!
This dramatic dessert is a sophisticated, elegant make-ahead Mother's Day dessert that's actually easier to make than you might think.
Bursting with bright spring citrus flavor, these mini citrus bundt cakes are beautiful and fun. So perfect with a cup of tea or glass of mimosa for Mother's Day!
This classic recipe is a great make-ahead dessert for special occasions like Mother's Day!
The creamiest strawberry cheesecake which requires no baking and happens to be vegan! Such a beautiful, bright, colorful addition to any Mother's Day brunch table.
The most amazing cupcakes that taste just like a shortcake! They are dense but not heavy, and sturdy enough to be filled and frosted.
This fancy Key Lime Cheesecake Tart will be the biggest hit on your family table from now on. It’s a perfect balance in between tart and sweet. Thick layer of classic graham crackers crust, one half layer of sweet New York cheesecake, another half from key lime cream and topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with zest of lime.
More spring recipes to try
- Roasted Garlic Lemon Asparagus
- Garlic Rosemary Foccacia Bread
- Healthy Green Smoothies
- Garlic Rosemary Roasted Glazed Carrots
- Shrimp Scampi Linguine
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This post was first published on April 29, 2019. It was updated with more recipes and new photos and descriptions on May 3, 2021.
Renee | The Good Hearted Woman says
So many delicious make-aheads to choose from! I'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite, but if I had to, that chicken pesto frittata sounds amazing!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks, Renee! :)
Kasey says
So many good ideas! Can't wait to try some of these for myself!
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joyce says
love make ahead meals! Great ideas!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much! :)
Ashley Rhoades says
This is such a huge list with great ideas! Pinning for later. Thanks for sharing!!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks, Ashley!
Shams says
Your egg recipe looks good. Canโt wait to try this one, I know my family will love it!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thank you! :)
Madison says
I love your dough and dessert recipes - those are what moms really want to wake up to after all! What an easy way to make mothers day awesome!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
It's the little things :) Thanks, Madison
Olivia Hall says
I love good make ahead meal ideas! You've put together a great list, here. Perfect for Mother's Day and super easy.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much, Olivia!