Mother’s day is already this weekend, and we all probably have the same question on our minds. What can we do to show mom how much we love and appreciate her? Well, here at Kosher.com we’re firm believers that a homemade meal is a gift that most people are thrilled to receive. So we think a totally decked-out brunch is certainly the way to go. Let’s face it, spending quality time with family (and not doing any of the cooking) is the best Mother’s Day gift of all.

To help you cook up a brunch that’s fit for a queen, we’ve gathered some of our favorite recipes. We’ve included sweet and savory dishes like Chocolate Chip Pancakes and Everything-But-The-Bagel Quiche, and some special drinks too. How does a tropical twist smoothie, frothy iced coffee, or a peach bellini sound?

1. Brunch Tart with Kale, Olives and Shallots by the Peppermill

An unusual combination of delicious flavors.

2. Spaghetti Squash Brunch Casserole by Rorie Weisberg

This is a wonderful way to enjoy the feel of pasta with a lower carb load. This high-protein, super filling dish is great for breakfast, brunch lunch or a light summer dinner. It’s great warm, at room temperature, or even cold. Yields one nine- or 10-inch round pan. Watch the latest episode of Living Full ‘n Free.

3. Egg-in-a-Bagel Hole by Glicky Eizikovits

4. Spinach Frittata with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese by Dorit Teichman

This protein-rich breakfast is a great way to start the day. It is packed with nutrition from the onion, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Including a few egg yolks adds flavor and nutrition and adding even more egg whites increases the protein and ensures enough volume in the final dish.

5. French Toast Rolls by Chanie Nayman

6. Avocado Toast for a Crowd by Avigael Levi

This is the ultimate dish for get-togethers, brunches, or casual lunches—everyone will love it!

7. Cereal-Crusted French Toast by Menachem Goodman

I saw the idea of cereal French toast a while back, and I always wanted to try it. Using a classic egg mixture and Frosted Flakes seemed like the obvious choice to me. I used heavy cream instead of milk, because I like the richness it gives to the finished product.

I really wouldn’t change anything from this recipe because it came out so good. Be careful when frying them; don’t put the heat too high, because you don’t want burnt cereal. Also, if you’re a fan of warm spices, add some nutmeg to the egg mixture.

You can use it as plain French toast by not coating it with the Frosted Flakes, or get creative and try it with a different cereal. Have extra challah? Try using that instead of white bread. Enjoy!

8. Heavenly French Crepes by Leah Klein

This simple yet delicious crepe recipe is a great family pleaser and can be served with fresh fruit or sweet toppings.

9. Tropical Twist Smoothie by Faigy Grossman

Creamy and refreshing, this smoothie made the grade when my workmates tasted it. Not the typical strawberry-banana business, this drink hints at a piña colada flavor. If you don’t care for coconut, simply leave it out — it’s still fantastic!

10. Loaded Oatmeal Bowls by Michal Frischman

Yes, my pantry includes packets of oatmeal with colorful dinosaur eggs that hatch when you stir them, but that doesn’t mean oatmeal is only for toddlers. This high-fiber meal may require a few minutes of attention, but the end result is totally worth it.

11. Exotic Fruit Medley by Faigy Grossman

I was looking for a combination of fruits that would complement each other well and offer a change of pace from the typical fruit salad. Well, this superb medley does just that: great flavor, refreshing, and addictive! Make sure to use ripe fruit, since that makes a big difference in the salad’s sweetness.

12. Cherry Turnovers by Tamar Teitelbaum

Sweet and tart cherry filling inside pillowy, flaky pastry topped with a rich vanilla glaze. Ummm, yes please! These cherry turnovers are everything that your meal needs.

13. Everything-But-The-Bagel Quiche by Michal Frischman

Something about the good old bagel and lox always does it for me. This quiche is a fun play on familiar flavors and is a definite change from my regular Nine Days rotation of endless broccoli and mushroom quiches. Plus, I need a use for the three bottles of Trader Joe’s Everything Spice I bought one time in a burst of enthusiasm and never end up cooking with!

14. Layered Parfait from PJ Library

These layered parfaits are so easy to put together that kids can make them on their own. Make a batch together after dinner to save for the morning.

15. French Vanilla Waffles by Zehava Krohn

16. Cinnamon-Swirl Cheese Pancakes with Cream Cheese Glaze by Chayie Schlisselfeld

Sweet cheese pancakes with a cinnamon swirl and thick cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a really special breakfast for that special someone.

17. Sea-Cuterie Board with Fried Lox by Esty Wolbe

You've heard of meat boards, you've heard of cheese boards, but you've never seen a board quite like this. Esty walks you through the creation of a great board and shows you her new favorite idea for that "wow factor"—fried lox! Fill your board with whatever you like! The possibilities are endless!

18. Chocolate Chip Pancakes by Sweet Moments: Rega Matok

A sweet and delicious breakfast for a weekend morning – mini pancakes dotted with chocolate chips, served with chocolate sauce and colored sprinkles.

19. Green Smoothie by Rorie Weisberg

It’s hard to find time for a well-balanced breakfast. During a hectic morning, you don’t have a spare minute to fix a real meal, never mind time to check that all those macros are included! This Green Smoothie, originally created by my sister Reva, changes everything. Just prepare the recipe in the evening, leave it in the refrigerator overnight, and voila! Wake up to a delicious macro meal, ready and waiting.

20. Mixed Berry Muffins by Sarah Abitan

Watch Sarah make these simple perfect muffins on Sarah’s Patisserie!

21. Açaí Breakfast Bowl by Vera Newman

22. Three-Cheese Breakfast Pizza by Sara and Yossi Goldstein

This breakfast pizza should be a classic! It’s essentially eggs, toast and cheese, but that crunchy pizza crust, runny egg and smoked Gouda flavor take the experience to a new level. If there’s no time to enjoy these in the morning, enjoy them for dinner.

23. Spinach Kiwi Salad by Brynie Greisman

A unique and refreshing salad.

24. Frothy Iced Coffee by Faigy Grossman

This easy version of coffee slush combines all of those delicious flavors, and takes iced coffee to a new level. By leaving out the ice cream and loads of sugar, I don’t mind treating myself to a “cuppa” or two!

25. Blueberry Scones with Blueberry Chia Jam by Sara and Yossi Goldstein

Sweet rich pastry oozing with fresh blueberry goodness, paired with a berry-chia jam with no refined sugar.

26. Overnight Oats (Four Ways!) by Elky Friedman

Mix up this simple base recipe for overnight oats and flavor it with the add-ins of your choice. The four ideas below are just the beginning!

27. Authentic Flaky Croissants from the Dining In Cookbook

You will need to set aside a few hours to make these croissants, but the light flaky pastry that will result is the real thing! Bon Appétit!

28. Quinoa Granola by Ahuva Schwartz

This recipe is a great gluten-free alternative to regular granola.   Feel free to change up the honey for date syrup/silan, agave, or maple syrup. You can also change up the spices – add ginger, clove, nutmeg and change up the dried fruit and nuts. Make this quinoa granola your own! Oh and be sure to triple the recipe because the first batch won’t even make it from the sheet pan to the container!

29. Banana Nut Butter Muffins by Rorie Weisberg

These banana nut butter muffins are revolutionary. They have no added sugar and not even gluten-free flour, but they don’t taste like they’re missing anything! You have to taste one to believe it. I eat one most mornings with my breakfast smoothie, my husband grabs two on his way to work, and I love offering them to my kids as a healthy after-supper snack. What better way to enjoy all the stuff that’s good for you? See it come to life here.   For another variation try this simple banana bread recipe by Brynie Greisman.

30. Spanish Omelet from the Nitra Cookbook

Here’s an upgraded omelet idea for a delicious Sunday morning breakfast. Omelets can be filled with Creamed Spinach.  

31. Watermelon Feta Salad by Esther Deutsch

32. Banana Mango Smoothie by Chayie Schlisselfeld

33. Mini-Maple Pancake Muffins by Zehava Krohn

These muffins are essentially an entire pancake breakfast — except they don’t need a fork or a knife and don’t make a sticky mess. Instead of being poured on top, the maple flavor is inside them. They’ll also freeze beautifully, so you can make a big batch and defrost as much as you need to serve a hot breakfast, even when there’s no time to stand over a skillet.

34. Shakshuka by Dorot Gardens

Shakshuka is a popular Israeli tomato and eggs dish, delicious for a leisurely breakfast or brunch and filling enough to serve as breakfast-for-dinner. This classic mildly spicy shakshuka has layers of seasoning as well as fresh and frozen herbs.

35. Lower East Side Brunch Tart by Dorie Greenspan

After a few weeks of binge quiche-making and a brunch at Russ & Daughters, the Lower East Side Manhattan restaurant that specializes in smoked fish and Jewish tradition, I came up with this recipe. Think bagels and lox, the Sunday-morning meal of millions of New Yorkers, Jewish or not. But to say “bagels and lox” is to shortchange the dish. What you want with your bagel and smoked salmon (lox is one kind) is “the works”: cream cheese, red onions, capers, dill and tomato. And that’s what you get in this tart.

36. Peach Bellini by Heshy Jay

This classic drink may be known for brunch, but it’s a big hit at summer get together too! Need to make a whole batch? Simply stick to the ratios in the recipe, and it’ll work like a charm.

37. Spinach Cheese Bites by Norene Gilletz

These delicious cheese balls are packed with flavor and iron-rich greens, and they pair with just about everything. A cheesy alternative to toast, serve these with eggs for breakfast. They also make a hearty addition to tossed salads at lunch and are a delicious side dish for fish dinners.

38. Pizza Muffins by Brynie Greisman

These muffins are a delicious addition to a milchig meal. If you don’t eat milchigs, serve these to your family for kiddush as a nutritious, wholesome alternative to sugar-laden cake. Kudos to my niece, Sarah S.

39. French Toast Fingers by Faigy Grossman

A delightful variation of the classic sufganiyot! Enjoy these fantastic fingers with your favorite choice of fillings; we liked them all!

40. Side of Salmon with Vidalia Onion-Dill Dressing by Elky Friedman

My sister-in-law Tova is famous for bringing her salmon recipe to our big shalosh seudos get-togethers. It has become a family classic, and the platter is cleaned down to the bottom every single time. This recipe is easy to prepare, serves well at room temperature, and presents beautifully!

41. Strawberry Entremet by Sarah Abitan

Watch Sarah create this masterpice in minutes here!

42. Chocolate Cheesecake Muffins by Jocelyn Brubaker

Okay, so technically these probably should be called cupcakes. I mean, they are chocolate, have a swirl of cheesecake in them, and are baked in a cupcake pan. But since I prefer to call it a muffin tin when I make breakfast treats, we are calling these muffins today. My daughter thinks that all muffins should include chocolate chips. She is so my daughter. She also thinks that all muffins should be warmed up in the microwave to get the chocolate chips all nice and gooey. She is one smart cookie – or should it be muffin? Either way, cheesecake-swirled chocolate muffins are the perfect treat for special breakfasts, or for a fun midweek snack. It’s your call.

43. Fruit-Infused Water by Rorie Weisberg

These beverages are the perfect way to get a hint of flavor without added sugar. Bursting with eye-catching color, they make great refreshers on a hot summer day. Infused water also has strong detox benefits, so try out these recipes and pick your favorite!

44. Dairy or Parve Mushroom Quiche by Brynie Greisman

I generally use only fresh mushrooms in cooking, but the idea here was for a quiche that is quick to prepare, using ingredients you have in your pantry. Hence, I relented and present you with this version. Enjoy it pareve or dairy (see note). My family voted it 100 percent scrumptious!

45. Ricotta Fritters with Warm Blueberry Sauce by Estee Kafra

These savory latkes have all the flavor of cheese and blueberry blintzes, minus the time-consuming filling and rolling.

46. Passion Fruit Salad by Renee Muller

When it comes to preparing a fruit salad, there are no set rules. A salad that’s prepared in August will not and cannot be the same as the one prepared in January. Therefore, trust yourself and create your very own combination. I give you here a sample of fruits (the ones I used for the picture) but you can change it all to your liking. The secret here lies in the “sauce.”

47. Creamy Salmon Potato Bake by Faigy Grossman

What’s great about this soft, baked fish is that it is mild in flavor, yet hearty and filling at the same time. Use either mayonnaise or sour cream, whichever you prefer; they’re equally delicious.

48. Oatmeal Thins by Marilyn Ayalon

Simple, crispy, and good for you too — what more could you ask for? The oats add a special touch. Make sure to use old-fashioned rolled oats, not the quick- cooking kind.

49. Strawberry-Rhubarb Muffins by Hannah Kaminsky

50. Rainbow Quiche by Brynie Greisman

This recipe has all the components you’re looking for — easy ingredients, very colorful, amazing taste and texture. I kept noshing on it cold — it’s that delicious!

Originally published May 2019. Updated and improved May 2026.