No-Fail Brunch for Mom

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Mother’s Day brunch is not the time to play it safe with toast and a shrug. This is the morning to go all in—fluffy, golden, lemon-whipped, chocolate-drizzled all in. Whether Mom is the queen of sweet, savory, or a chaotic neutral who likes her Whole Wheat Dutch Baby with Meyer Lemon Whipped Ricotta right next to a plate of Jalapeño, Pepper Jack & Turkey Bacon Quiche with Potato Crust, we’ve got you covered. Serve her a Fluffy Old Fashioned Pancake Recipe or Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg and you’re halfway to favorite child status. Better yet, go full show-off with Baked Sweet Potato Donuts with Dark Chocolate + Coconut and a warm slice of Sour Cream Coffee Cake. And if you really want to secure next year’s inheritance? Don’t skip the Caramel Chocolate Chip Cake.

Whole Wheat Dutch Baby with Meyer Lemon Whipped Ricotta.

overhead photo of Whole Wheat Dutch Baby with Meyer Lemon Whipped Ricotta with berries and spoon on surface
Photo credit: Half Baked Harvest

This Whole Wheat Dutch Baby with Meyer Lemon Whipped Ricotta is essentially a giant pancake baked in a skillet. The bright citrusy lemon flavor is perfectly balanced with a touch of honey. Top with fresh fruit for a delightful breakfast or brunch.
Get the Recipe: Whole Wheat Dutch Baby with Meyer Lemon Whipped Ricotta.

How to Make Bagels

Not all bagels are created equal; in fact, truly great bagels are so hard to find, I decided to learn how to make bagels at home. This recipe for the classic bagel is easy to follow; once you get the basics down, switch up the toppings and flavors to delight every bagel lover in the house. 
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Making bagels at home is easier than you think, and the results are so worth it! This recipe uses simple ingredients like flour, yeast, and barley malt syrup to create chewy, delicious bagels that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a party. Top them with everything bagel seasoning for the ultimate homemade treat.
Get the Recipe: How to Make Bagels

Pumpkin Waffles

Presenting a delicious Pumpkin Waffles
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These pumpkin waffles are the perfect breakfast for a crisp fall morning. Brown butter, pumpkin puree, and warm spices create a delicious blend that’s sure to be a family favorite. Top with butter, maple syrup, or candied pecans for an extra special treat!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Waffles

Smoked Salmon Crostini

smoked salmon crostini on a platter
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

These Smoked Salmon Crostini are an easy appetizer or snack that requires only a handful of ingredients and is ready in 20 minutes! Baguette slices are toasted and topped with whipped chive cream cheese, smoked salmon, red onion, and everything bagel seasoning. This simple recipe is perfect for brunch, holidays, or any gathering!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Salmon Crostini

Fluffy Old Fashioned Pancake Recipe

A stack of fluffy pancakes on a plate with maple syrup and butter on top.
Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes

These fluffy, old-fashioned pancakes are the perfect way to start your day, especially on Mother’s Day! Light, airy, and subtly sweet, they’re ready to soak up all the butter and maple syrup you can pour on. Get ready for a breakfast that everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Fluffy Old Fashioned Pancake Recipe

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Sour Cream Coffee Cake with Fork
Photo credit: Gimme Some Oven

This sour cream coffee cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! The cake is incredibly soft and moist, with a delightful crunchy cinnamon-sugar layer. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
Get the Recipe: Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Jalapeño, Pepper Jack & Turkey Bacon Quiche with Potato Crust

easy turkey bacon quiche on a plate with a fork
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

This Jalapeño, Pepper Jack & Turkey Bacon Quiche features a unique gluten-free potato crust and is packed with protein. It’s perfect for meal prep and can be easily frozen for later! The quiche is also low carb, making it a delicious and healthy option for any breakfast or brunch.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeño, Pepper Jack & Turkey Bacon Quiche with Potato Crust

Baked Sweet Potato Donuts with Dark Chocolate + Coconut

Sweet Potato Donuts with Dark Chocolate and coconut in a stack
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These Baked Sweet Potato Donuts with Dark Chocolate and Coconut are a delicious and easy treat that can be made in just 20 minutes. Made with whole wheat flour and sweet potato, these donuts are a healthier and dairy-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth! Top with dark chocolate and coconut flakes for the perfect finishing touch.
Get the Recipe: Baked Sweet Potato Donuts with Dark Chocolate + Coconut

Honey Buns

This homemade Honey Buns recipe took me straight back to my childhood! Perfect snack or on-the-go breakfast, and the dough was really easy to make.
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These homemade honey buns are even better than the ones you remember as a kid! They feature a soft, pillow-y pastry dough, a swirl of cinnamon filling, and a sweet honey glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack any time of day!
Get the Recipe: Honey Buns

Applesauce Bread

A moist and freshly baked loaf cake, sliced to reveal its soft interior, dusted with sugar on a white serving platter.
Image Credit: Ereen’s Kitchen

Applesauce Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf that’s like a hug in every slice, with a hint of cinnamon and sweet applesauce. It’s the perfect way to enjoy fall flavors—without even trying.

To learn more: Applesauce Bread

Just Egg French Toast

Slices of French toast topped with blueberries, a pat of butter, powdered sugar, and syrup.
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Just Egg French Toast gives you all the crispy, golden goodness of classic French toast, but without the eggs—because plant-based doesn’t mean flavor-less. It’s a sweet, vegan twist on a breakfast favorite.

To learn more: Just Egg French Toast

Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg

A plate with avocado toast topped with a poached egg, mixed greens, and grated cheese sits next to a gold fork and a plaid napkin on a wooden table.
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Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg is the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and savory with buttery avocado and a runny egg that oozes into every bite. It’s a breakfast that looks as good as it tastes.

To learn more: Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg

Polenta, Refried Beans & Egg Skillet Bake

In the image, a skillet contains sunny-side-up eggs, chunks of avocado, tomato sauce, sprinkled herbs, and black pepper. A wooden-handled utensil rests on the side.
Image Credit: Ambitious Kitchen

Polenta, Refried Beans & Egg Skillet Bake is a hearty, savory dish where creamy polenta meets spicy beans and perfectly baked eggs. It’s like a Mexican breakfast casserole that’s bold, comforting, and all kinds of delicious.

To learn more: Polenta, Refried Beans & Egg Skillet Bake

Puff Pastry Waffles

A stack of golden waffles topped with fresh raspberries, whipped cream, and a drizzle of syrup, served on a plate with chocolate chips.
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Puff Pastry Waffles are a flaky, buttery twist on your classic waffle, with layers of crispy goodness and a light, airy bite. It’s a breakfast that feels like a pastry—because why not?

To learn more: Puff Pastry Waffles

Caramel Chocolate Chip Cake

A moist loaf cake topped with rich chocolate frosting and chocolate chips, showcasing a fluffy texture with dark chocolate flecks inside.
Image Credit: Erren’s Kitchen

Caramel Chocolate Chip Cake is a decadent blend of gooey caramel and melty chocolate chips in every bite. It’s the kind of cake that makes every occasion feel like a celebration.

To learn more: Caramel Chocolate Chip Cake

Extra Tender And Sweet Strawberry Cream Scones With Ricotta

A golden-brown scone with visible pieces of red strawberries baked inside, resting on a baking tray.
Image Credit: Not Entirely Average

Extra Tender and Sweet Strawberry Cream Scones with Ricotta are fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth delights with juicy strawberries and a creamy ricotta twist. They’re the perfect balance of sweet, light, and luxurious.

To learn more: Extra Tender and Sweet Strawberry Cream Scones with Ricotta

Fluffy Greek Yogurt Blueberry Pancakes with Strawberry Maple Syrup

Stack of fluffy pancakes topped with fresh strawberries and drizzled with syrup, served on a white plate with a fork nearby.
Image Credit: Ambitious Kitchen

Fluffy Greek Yogurt Blueberry Pancakes with Strawberry Maple Syrup are thick, tangy-sweet stacks bursting with juicy blueberries and drenched in fruity syrup. They’re breakfast goals—soft, satisfying, and totally spoon-worthy.

To learn more: Fluffy Greek Yogurt Blueberry Pancakes with Strawberry Maple Syrup

Cinnamon Crumb Buns

Delicious cinnamon rolls topped with crumbly streusel and drizzled with icing, served on a white plate.
Image Credit: Erren’s Kitchen

Cinnamon Crumb Buns are soft, swirly delights loaded with warm spice and crowned with a buttery, crumbly topping. They’re like cinnamon rolls that decided to level up—big time.

To learn more: Cinnamon Crumb Buns

Cinnamon Peach Banana Bread

Sliced banana bread topped with peach slices, resting on a wooden cutting board, alongside a knife and a patterned cloth.
Image Credit: Ambitious Kitchen

Cinnamon Peach Banana Bread is a sweet, cozy loaf where ripe bananas, juicy peaches, and a hint of cinnamon come together in perfect harmony. It’s banana bread with a summery, spiced twist you’ll want on repeat.

To learn more: Cinnamon Peach Banana Bread

Oven Baked Home Fries Recipe with Sausages and Sunny Eggs

A plate with two egg-in-a-hole toasts, roasted potato chunks, sausage links, and two small heart-shaped toast pieces on a white surface.
Image Credit: Not Entirely Average

Oven Baked Home Fries Recipe with Sausages and Sunny Eggs delivers the full diner experience right from your oven—crispy potatoes, juicy sausage, and perfectly runny eggs all on one pan. It’s breakfast made easy and epic.

To learn more: Oven Baked Home Fries Recipe with Sausages and Sunny Eggs

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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