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Score Big with This Impressive Mother’s Day Breakfast

May 9, 2024

By Genevieve LaMonaca

Genevieve is a former private chef for Las Vegas’s elite and is currently the proud owner of a top-tier local catering company. In 2020, she began sharing her unique recipes and engaging tutorials on social media and her website, swiftly amassing over 3.39 million followers on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. She has been a notable Cafe Casino collaborator since October 2022.

Mother’s Day offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the important women in our lives with something truly special. A well-prepared breakfast can be the perfect way to express gratitude and affection. Here’s how you can create an impressive Mother’s Day breakfast using a selection of sophisticated, delicious, but simple dishes.

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Classic Mimosa

Begin the celebration with a classic breakfast drink: Mimosa. Combine chilled champagne or prosecco with fresh orange juice and serve it in a flute to elevate the start of your breakfast.

An image of a mini-bagel with lox shown in three stages of preparation. Bare bagel, topped with cream cheese, then salmon, shallots, and dill added.

Elegant Mini-Bagel with Lox

For a gourmet flair, serve mini bagels topped with lox (a fillet of smoked salmon). Simply spread cream cheese on bagel halves and top it with smoked salmon. Garnish with thinly sliced shallots, capers, and a sprig of dill. This balances the richness with sharp and herby notes.

Innovative Candy-Bacon Roses

Introduce an unexpected twist with bacon roses. Yes! Dust brown sugar on strips of bacon, then roll up and secure with toothpicks. Bake in a 45-degree oven for 20 minutes or until crispy. Allow to cool before removing toothpicks. This savory treat combines a visual appeal with a delightful taste.

Image showing Candy Bacon Roses in three stages preparation, bare, sugar-coated then rolled and tooth-picked.

Vanilla Waffles with Fresh Berries

Thaw vanilla waffles (or make from scratch), then heat thoroughly. Top them with fresh berries like blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries. Serve these with a side of maple syrup for customizable sweetness that complements the dish.

Refreshing Yogurt Parfait

You can also offer a yogurt parfait as a lighter option. Layer yogurt, granola, and fresh berries in a clear glass. This provides delicious flavor and enhances the visual experience with vibrant colors and varied textures.

Savory Jammy Eggs

Eggs have always been a true breakfast staple. Boil eggs for 8 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath. Slice them in half, and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. Surprisingly, this simple addition brings a depth of flavor that enhances the eggs’ natural richness.

Fancy Fruits

Another visually pleasing addition. Prune and vertically cut some strawberries in half, then carefully carve them to create a heart shape. Place them alongside some blueberries in a small bowl.

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Five strawberries in a row, showing the prep-process transition from whole to heart-shaped.

Dessert Finish

Enhance the platter by including mini doughnuts. Opt for Strawberry-flavored ones. Compliment it by dusting simple white powder, for a visual appeal with contrasting colors.

Decorative Floral Accents

No Mother’s Day celebration is truly complete without flowers—it’s as simple as that. For women, flowers represent love and appreciation. Enhance your breakfast presentation by incorporating roses and assorted blooms from bouquets. Strategically position these flowers around the dishes to infuse your setup with natural beauty. It doesn’t need to be grand; it just needs to be present.

One image feature two floral arrangements: to the left, roses with scissors on a desk, and right, roses in a clear vase framed against a floral backdrop

Now, here is a list of all the grocery items needed to create this impressive Mother’s Day breakfast.

Grocery List:

● 1 cup orange juice
● Prosecco (optional)
● 1 mini bagel
● 1/4 cup cream cheese
● 2 oz smoked salmon
● 1 Tbsp chive, slice very thin
● 1 Tsp capers
● 2 sprigs fresh dill
● 4 slices Bacon
● 1 Tbsp brown sugar
● 3 frozen vanilla waffles (grab& go)
● 1/3 cup maple syrup
● 1 cup vanilla yogurt
● 1/4 cup granola
● 2 eggs
● 1⁄2 Tsp Everything bagel seasoning
● 4 strawberries
● 1/2 cup blueberries
● 1/2 cup raspberries
● Pink and white mini doughnuts
● Assorted bouquet (roses and seasonal flowers)

By arranging these dishes thoughtfully, you not only create a delicious meal but also craft an amazing experience that reflects your appreciation and love. This approach to Mother’s Day goes beyond mere dining; it’s about creating a moment that honors and celebrates.

Mother's Day breakfast platter of food with beautiful flowers framed against a floral background.

This guide should help you prepare a breakfast that is memorable, simple, and delicious.

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