Mother's Day Recipes

We’ve rounded up the ultimate Mother’s Day menu, from brunch ideas to dinner recipes, plus gift guides to help you show Mom how much she’s loved.

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    Creamy Fresh Asparagus Soup

    Tangy lemon and sweet tarragon give this creamy asparagus soup a springtime flavor you’ll savor and share. —Stacy Mullens, Gresham,...


    Cornmeal Towers with Strawberries & Cream

    My kids love to help make these towers. They measure, mix, whisk and build stacks. It's a family custom and...


    Grilled Tuna

    "After sampling some wonderful tuna at a Japanese restaurant, I decided to try my hand at coming up with the...


    Flower Petal Sweet Rolls

    1 review

    I adapted this recipe from the back of a frozen dinner roll package. You can prepare the rolls the night...


    Nut Fruit Bark

    Here's a sophisticated version of fruit bark. Dark chocolate turns into a rich mocha flavor with the espresso powder. If...


    Strawberry Rhubarb Tart

    The refreshing flavor of springtime fills every forkful of this tantalizing tart from Kristy Martin of Circle Pine, Minnesota. Oats...


    Tahitian Fruit Salad

    If you're tired of the same old fruit salad, try this tropical version featuring pineapple, papaya, oranges, mango and more!—Doty...


    Blackberry-Topped Sponge Cakes

    The recipe for my blackberry cakes is easy to play with. You can replace the sponge cake with angel food,...

    Mocha Baked Alaskas

    Make these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before...


    Banana Butter Pecan Kabobs

    Desserts with bananas remind me of Grandma. She and my mom taught me to cook. I rarely measure. For this...


    Easy Breve

    If you prefer a creamier cappuccino, try a breve. The half-and-half cream creates a thick, rich foam that stands up...


    Raspberry Cream Sugar Cookies

    We make sugar cookies and fill them with a tangy raspberry cream cheese. They taste best after they've been refrigerated...


    Strawberries with Vanilla Mascarpone and Balsamic Drizzle

    Fresh strawberries shine in this simple, but sophisticated delicacy. The balsamic vinegar syrup add an interesting sweet-savory quality to the...


    Sauteed Orange-Glazed Baby Carrots

    Here's a wonderful accompaniment to just about any main dish, whether for a holiday or not. The carrots are sauteed...


    Rhubarb-Cherry Chutney

    I love surprising recipes like this chutney with rhubarb, apple and cherries. Try it with cream cheese and crackers or...


    Orange Breakfast Souffle with Dried Cherries

    Our family often took this decadent breakfast souffle to a local park on Father's Day. It's easy to make the...


    Pineapple & Cream Cheese Bread Pudding

    This bread pudding is easy, convenient, versatile, and delicious. Every time I take it to church or school everyone asks...

    Raspberry Peach Puff Pancake

    Here's a simple, satisfying treat that's perfect when you have company for brunch. It's elegant enough that you can even...


    Pink Grapefruit Cheesecake

    1 review

    Cheesecake in a slow cooker? It's true! I experimented a few times to turn this iconic dessert into a slow-cooker...


    Vanilla Coffee Creamer

    Flavored coffee creamer drives my husband nuts. Even so, I still make this classic vanilla one all the time. It’s...


    Crescent Zucchini Pie

    39 reviews

    A tender, flaky crust makes this egg- and zucchini-based pie a special treat. The cheese, herbs and seasonings add delectable...


    Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

    9 reviews

    I keep frozen spuds on hand for meals like this Tater Tot breakfast casserole. It’s a super brunch, breakfast or...


    Blueberry Upside-Down Cake

    4 reviews

    This cake is a family favorite when blueberries are in season. —Charlotte Harrison, North Providence, Rhode Island

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    Rhubarb Scones

    10 reviews

    My grandfather grows rhubarb and gives us a generous supply. The tartness is similar to a cranberry—perfect for tossing into...


    Cranberry-Pistachio Sticky Buns

    2 reviews

    Looking for a fantastic brunch item? Then try these ooey-gooey good sticky buns. They use frozen roll dough and couldn't...


    Herb Focaccia Rolls

    11 reviews

    Yeast rolls speckled with fresh thyme and rosemary are a breeze to make without kneading and long wait times. Break...


    Spinach Blueberry Salad

    10 reviews

    Blueberries are a fun surprise in this salad. I received the recipe from a co-worker's wife, and it's become one...


    Easy Rhubarb Relish

    1 review

    I remember eating this relish at my grandmother's over 50 years ago. My mother made it for years and now...


    Baked Chicken and Zucchini

    19 reviews

    Because I love zucchini, this colorful dish is one of my favorites, and I make it often in summer. It's...