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Here are some of our favorite Mother’s Day brunch ideas that are easy to make at home. Choose from pancakes and eggs to breakfast casseroles Mom and the family will love.

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What Makes a Good Mothers Day Brunch?

The obvious answer is whatever Mom likes! Fortunately, she’s sure to love my list of Mother’s Day brunch ideas below. Every mother is unique, so I’ve included a bit of everything! Does she like chocolatey banana bread or muffins with a sweet lemon glaze? How about fluffy pancakes with creamy scrambled eggs on the side? Alternatively, she may like a savory breakfast casserole with chocolate covered strawberries.

If your mother is the cook in the family, don’t worry! All of these easy recipes are simple but still thoughtful. The casseroles can be made the night before and baked in the morning. The chocolate covered strawberries only need a few minutes and a microwave. Every recipe is designed to be easy and simple, minimal cleanup and maximum deliciousness!

Want more easy recipes for the rest of your Mother’s Day menu? Check out the Main Dishes and Desserts categories on my site for recipes Mom and the rest of the family will love!

Our 16 Favorite Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes

Whether your mom likes breakfast in bed or at the table, here are sixteen recipes for Mother’s Day brunch perfect for her special day! I’ve made a few categories such as breads, pancakes, casseroles, eggs and fruit. From savory and filling to light and sweet, there’s something for the mom in your life.

Click the View Recipe button to go to any recipe’s page. From there, you can save and print the recipe to make your Mothers Day prep easier!

Easy Breakfast Breads

chocolate banana bread recipe
5 from 1 vote

Chocolate Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

This easy chocolate banana bread recipe is made with cocoa powder and chocolate chips. Moist, rich and perfect for breakfast, a quick snack or even dessert!
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strawberry banana bread recipe
5 from 1 vote

Easy Strawberry Banana Bread

This easy strawberry banana bread recipe blends fresh strawberries and ripe bananas into a simple quick bread that is moist and delicious. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack!
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banana blueberry muffins recipe
5 from 2 votes

The Best Banana Blueberry Muffins

Banana blueberry muffins are homemade banana muffins filled with fresh blueberries and crowned with a sweet crumble topping. This easy muffin recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
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glazed lemon blueberry muffins with fresh blueberries and lemon zest
4.89 from 18 votes

Blueberry Muffins with Lemon Glaze

These blueberry muffins are bursting with fresh blueberries and topped with a tangy lemon glaze. These delicious muffins are moist, fluffy and super easy to make!
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glazed lemon strawberry muffins with lemon sugar glaze
5 from 5 votes

Glazed Lemon Strawberry Muffins

Easy glazed lemon strawberry muffins are bursting with fresh, ripe strawberries and topped with a tangy sweet lemon sugar glaze. They’re perfect for spring breakfast or brunch!
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Fluffy Pancakes and Waffles

fluffy sourdough pancakes with butter and maple syrup.
5 from 3 votes

Super Fluffy Sourdough Pancakes

You can make these super fluffy sourdough pancakes using discard from the starter with this easy sourdough pancake recipe. Perfect for a delicious weekend breakfast or brunch!
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stack of chocolate chip pancakes with butter.
5 from 11 votes

The Best Chocolate Chip Pancakes

These chocolate chip pancakes taste just like a chocolate chip cookie. They're light, fluffy and filled with gooey chocolate morsels. A delicious breakfast treat for kids of all ages!
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stack of banana cinnamon pancakes on plate.
5 from 4 votes

Easy Banana Cinnamon Pancakes

Start the day off on a sweet note with these easy banana cinnamon pancakes. These fluffy banana pancakes are a delicious way to use up ripe bananas!
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2 funfetti waffles with sprinkles and whipped cream on a plate
5 from 6 votes

Homemade Funfetti Waffles

Homemade Funfetti Waffles filled with colorful sprinkles are perfect for birthdays and other celebrations. This easy breakfast recipe makes any day special!
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Breakfast Casseroles

cinnamon roll casserole with cream cheese frosting and maple syrup on plate
5 from 5 votes

Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe

Cinnamon Roll Casserole is an easy recipe for a breakfast bake made with canned cinnamon rolls. Perfect for a weekend breakfast or holiday brunch!
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sausage egg breakfast casserole with sourdough bread.
5 from 7 votes

Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole

Prepare this make-ahead sausage and egg breakfast casserole with sourdough bread at night and bake it the next morning for a quick and easy holiday breakfast the whole family will love!
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slice of lemon blueberry bagel breakfast casserole on white plate.
4.80 from 5 votes

Lemon Blueberry Bagel Breakfast Casserole

This Lemon Blueberry Bagel Breakfast Casserole is an easy breakfast bake made with bagels, cream cheese and blueberries in a lemony custard. A delicious make ahead breakfast or brunch perfect for weekends and holidays.
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Eggs

scrambled eggs with cream cheese and chives on a plate.
5 from 2 votes

Scrambled Eggs with Cream Cheese

Scrambled eggs with cream cheese and chives are creamy, flavorful and perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch or lunch. This easy recipe will be your new favorite way to make eggs!
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scrambled eggs with cottage cheese and chives on plate.
5 from 3 votes

Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese

Scrambled eggs with cottage cheese are creamy and delicious. This easy high protein breakfast recipe takes minutes to make and is a healthy way to start your day!
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Fruit

bowl of tropical fruit salad with mandarin oranges, bananas and fresh pineapple
5 from 7 votes

Easy Tropical Fruit Salad

This easy Tropical Fruit Salad recipe made with fresh fruit and simple honey lime dressing is an easy side dish. This delicious fruit salad is perfect for cookouts during the summer months and goes with just about anything!
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chocolate covered strawberries with white chocolate drizzle on pink heart plate - microwave.
5 from 16 votes

Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Learn how to make chocolate covered strawberries in the microwave for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or any special occasion. The easiest way to make this delicious dessert!
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About Meatloaf and Melodrama!

I’m Dee, the blogger, cookbook author, chief cook, recipe developer and photographer behind Meatloaf and Melodrama. I absolutely love to create easy, budget-friendly, homemade meals and treats for my family. I also love to think of new ways to repurpose leftovers so that my family will actually eat them!

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