Sweet & Savory: A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Mother’s Day Brunch

Have your mom answer the questions in our flowchart to find out what you should make her for brunch this year.

Published on May 1, 2023

A cinnamon roll next to a flowchart for Mother's Day — Photo:
Allrecipes/ Bre Welch of Pepperfox Photo / Tyrel Stendahl

It's time to celebrate the glue that holds your household together, the literal lifeblood of the family, the actual boss—Mom. Brunch is always a solid move for Mother's Day, but choosing a menu can be overwhelming. Breakfast in bed? A formal spread? Let your mom vibes be your guide as you follow this flowchart to breakfast success, with a meal that's tailor-made for her.

A flowchart for sweet and savory brunch — Dotdash Meredith

Got Your Answer? Find Your Menu?

Where did you end up on our choose-your-own-adventure flowchart for Mother's Day brunch? Match your answer to one of the menus below.

a low angle view of fresh baked and iced cinnamon rolls sitting on a platter ready to serve. — DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

Get this Woman a Cinnamon Roll STAT

This mom wants, nay needs, some sweet, sweet R&R. Bring her brunch in bed, complete with these easy cinnamon rolls (No yeast! No kneading! No proofing!), a plate of perfectly-crisped bacon, and a huge mug of strong coffee, and then slowly back out of the room and leave her in peace.

A close-up of chocolate crepes filled with bananas and whipped cream.

We're Making Crepes, People!

Fire up your nonstick pan, it's time to show your mother some love in the form of chocolate and banana-filled crepes. And since we're feeling French this morning, why not add a carafe of French press coffee to make it extra special?

breakfast sandwiches with ham egg and cheese — France C

These Sandos Are Just the Thing

Moms are consistently the busiest people we know, even on Mother's Day, and these ham, egg, and cheese sandwiches on toasty English muffins are perfect for anyone who wants to get on with their day after enjoying a delicious, filling breakfast. Pair it with something fresh, like this bright and healthy pineapple and carrot juice.

baking dish of Cheesy Amish Breakfast Casserole — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

This Sounds Like a Job for a Breakfast Casserole

Mom's always got everything you need taken care of and so does this breakfast casserole. Hashbrowns? Check. Eggs? Check. Bacon and cheese? Check and check! Best of all, you can throw this together the night before so you have plenty of time to set a beautiful table, with flowers, a bowl of fruit, and a pitcher of peach bellinis.

It's Burrito Time!

Spice things up for mom this Mother's Day with these fiery chorizo burritos that get an extra kick from fresh jalapeños. You'll want something super refreshing to cool things down, and Mexican Strawberry Water is just the drink to do it. Complete the meal with a mojito-inspired fruit salad for the table.

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