Is there a better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than a lavish brunch spread? Whether your mom is dreaming of a cozy breakfast in bed or a family gathering around the table, we’ve curated a collection of recipes that are guaranteed to impress her. From a no-fuss sheet-pan to a creative banana bread, these are our best recipes for brunching.
Desserts
Because mom deserves dessert first.
Vegan Lemon Tart
A smooth and silky vegan lemon curd is one of the highlights of this show-stopping tart.
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Raspberry Galette With Hibiscus Glaze
Dried Hibiscus flowers are added to the glaze to give this free-form raspberry galette its intense fuchsia colour.
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Irish Coffee Meringue Cake
This show-stopping dessert from acclaimed Irish pastry chef JR Ryall is made modern with simple piped details.
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Easy Blueberry, Blackberry and White Chocolate Tart
This drop-dead gorgeous summery dessert comes together in a snap with a simple yet decadent filling paired with lovely tart dark berries.
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Easy Peach Hazelnut Tart
Celebrate summer with sun-kissed market peaches and a flaky hazelnut pastry.
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The Best Banana Bread
This wholesome banana bread recipe from the Cook More, Waste Less cookbook uses all of the fruit – including the banana peel.
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Healthy Oatmeal Cookies With Flax
The whole flaxseeds add a nutty flavour to these cookies from Saskatchewan’s Danish Home Bakery.
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Mains
Savoury, sweet and everything in between.
Ultimate Sheet-Pan Brunch
A perfect brunch dish for grazing (and lazing) all day.
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Peewee Hen Egg with Caviar, Flowers and Herbs
Langdon Hall’s Chef Jason Bangarter’s elevated take on a classic devilled egg.
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Easy Shakshuka With Chorizo
Serve this satisfying Middle Eastern dish of poached eggs gently simmered in tomato-red pepper sauce any time of day.
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Easy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Whole-milk ricotta makes Aviva Wittenberg’s lemony pancakes fluffy and moist.
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Mandy’s Mini Egg Bites
These protein-rich egg bites are the perfect solution for when you’re having breakfast on the run.
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Waffles With Raspberry Quark-Style Cheese
Waffles always feel like an indulgence. These fibre-packed keto ones with Greek yogurt and fresh berries are all creamy and crispy low-carb goodness.
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Caramelized Onion and Wild Mushroom Tart with Thyme
Beautifully cooked onions get cozy with balsamic vinegar and earthy chanterelles in this buttery tart.
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Roasted Tomato, Thyme and Buffalo Mozzarella Tart
Whole heirloom tomatoes are the star of this easy tart recipe, and creamy buffalo mozzarella is the co-star.
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Healthy Honey Cardamon Hazelnut Granola
Healthier than store-bought, this granola provides wholesome energy and honey, cardamom and hazelnuts make for a highly satisfying flavour combination.
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Easy Apple Crumble Muffins
Muffins with all the satisfying goodness of an apple crumble. Try Gala or Golden Delicious apples for the best flavour.
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Non-alcoholic drinks
Lattes and smoothies to enjoy on the side.
Coconut Rose London Fog Latte
Stop and smell the roses with Blume’s deliciously good-for-you latte made with their Rose London Fog Blend. The flavours are floral and calming, just right for afternoon tea. The micro-ground rose petals, rose-hips and tart cherry makes this blend rich in vitamins.
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Easiest Chai Latte Recipe
Tea expert Jolene Brewster shares her know-how about all things chai.
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Mood-Boosting Kiwi, Orange and Watercress Smoothie
This morning smoothie is packed with powerhouse ingredients.
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Protein-Packed Almond and Peanut Butter Smoothie
This 5-Ingredient smoothie recipe makes for a protein-packed pick-me-up.
