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Treat the mom in your life to a Mother’s Day celebration she won’t forget with these mouthwatering recipes that are sure to please any palate. From tangy Balsamic-Macerated Strawberries to light and fluffy Raspberry Lemon Sponge Custards, these dishes will leave her feeling pampered and appreciated. Whether you’re cooking up a storm or just mixing up a quick cocktail, these easy-to-follow recipes are the perfect way to show mom just how much she means to you.
Balsamic-Macerated Strawberries
A delicious accompaniment for your favorite dessert, or even breakfast! These berries are delicious with super creamy Metropolitan Market Vanilla Ice Cream, Polenta Cake, Olive Oil Cake, or your favorite yogurt.
Creamy Yogurt Panna Cotta with Rhubarb Compote
This simple panna cotta is made with two of our favorite local products, Ellenos Greek yogurt and our own Metropolitan Market Organic Whole Milk, for a balance of creamy richness and subtle yogurt tang. It’s sure to shine on your brunch table or as a dessert topped with homemade Rhubarb Compote. Both the panna cotta and the compote can be made a day or two ahead.
Main Course
Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herbed Frittata)
This yummy Persian-inspired frittata amps up the delicious flavor contrast between vivid-greens and creamy, custardy eggs, infused with earthy turmeric. Top with tangy dried cranberries and rich walnuts, for the perfect savory, herbal, sweet and sour vibe.
Swiss Rosti with Lox
Treat mom to a little Alpine cuisine with Swiss Rosti and Lox. Crispy, golden shredded potatoes, European style smoked salmon, dolloped with tangy crème fraiche and sprinkled with citrusy fresh dill. This go-to combo is sure to become a brunch favorite.
Chilaquiles – Green
Go south of the border with this tasty tortilla brunch dish. Crispy tortillas, swimming in a rich salsa, refried beans covered with plenty of Cotija cheese, Mexican cream and cilantro, YUM. Quick and easy to make. Make it meatless or top with a fried egg.
Cinnamon Bread Baked French Toast
Next level French toast, you can make in minutes. Let the Metropolitan Market Bakery do the heavy lifting for you on this one. Grab a delicious loaf of Homestyle Cinnamon Bread and a casserole dish, then whip up a quick custard. Dip, soak, bake it off and then dust it all with powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream. Guaranteed Mother’s Day hit. You’re welcome.
Muffins and Scones
Blueberry Almond Streusel Muffin Tops
Who doesn’t love a muffin top? Make just the best part of the muffin and there’s no need to figure out what to do with the stumps! Enjoy these soft, pillowy tops with a perfect ratio of sweet, crunchy streusel.
Cheddar & Chive Scones
Bake mom these savory, flaky and flavorful, cheddar and chive scones, for the WIN. Serve them hot out of the oven, slathered with European style butter. So good, so easy and yummy!
Chocolate Cherry Scones
Make mama a sweet treat with these indulgent, chocolatey cherry scones. Chewy dried cherries, oozy mini chocolate chips, and a sprinkling of demerara sugar for a little crunch…and you’ve got stellar scones for your Mother’s Day brunch.
Raspberry Lemon Sponge Custard
These sweet, tart custards are quick to assemble and bake up with a light soufflé topping and a rich custardy base. Whip them up and throw in the oven right before sitting down to a meal and they’ll be ready to eat for dessert!
Crème Brûlée
Show your love for mom with Creme Brulee! With its rich custard base, crispy caramelized sugar crust, and delicate vanilla flavor, this classic French dessert is the perfect way to spoil mom and make her feel loved on this special day.
Elderflower Spritz
It’s elegance in a glass and perhaps, the sweetest Mother’s Day wakeup call ever.
Sparkling wine and florally elderflower liqueur, is topped with bubbly water and garnished with fresh citrus or shall we dare suggest, a sprig of fresh lavender! This mom is all in! You?
Pineapple Chile Margarita
Add some spunk and spice to that Mother’s Day Marg, with fresh pineapple, and a secret ingredient, the warming spice of Tajin, a chile-lime seasoning on the rim. This tropical spin on the classic margarita is rivetingly refreshing and sure to get the party started.
