What could be more relaxing than sleeping in, waking up to the smells of freshly baked waffles, orange juice, and good coffee? For one, having it all served to you on a tray in bed, of course! In the comfort of your pajamas, starting Mother's Day with breakfast in bed sets the pace for a day of relaxation and comfort!
You may think that serving breakfast in bed to your wife and the mother of your children may be a lot of work. Cooking breakfast, taking care of the kids, and cleaning up. I understand that it sounds like a lot of work. I have a rowdy (almost) 2-year-old who is constantly, 'helping with the dishes' even when there are no dishes to be washed. Fortunately, you'd be wrong, though. It's not that difficult as long as you plan ahead, get the kids to help, and most importantly, serve the right food!
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Your 'Breakfast In Bed' Game Plan
As I mentioned above, planning is key. The worst thing you can do is get this 'Mother's Day breakfast in bed' idea the day of, and try to wrangle it all together. Because yes, then it does become a lot of work, (If I'm describing you right now, I believe in you!)
While this guide is meant for Mother's Day, you can spoil your significant other any time of the year!
Pick The Right Food
You're serving breakfast in bed. It's supposed to be a comfortable start to the day. Don't screw it up by serving something that your significant other doesn't like. Worse yet, something that will make a mess!
Personally, I'm a sucker for good old fashioned scrambled eggs, toast, and bacon....as long as I don't have to cook.
Chef Markus
Ideally, you want to pick a recipe that doesn't need cutlery, though this isn't a sticking point. If Eggs Benedict is his/her breakfast food of choice, do it, but plan for that runny yolk and hollandaise. That means napkins, a large plate with room to cut, and of course, a good quality breakfast tray!
Stay In Your Comfort Zone & Don't Forget The Drinks!
If you don't do a lot of cooking, that's ok. But keep the meal to something you know you can pull off. Nothing is more disappointing than serving something you've never made before, and it tastes horrid!
My wife can't cope without a glass of water and a cup of good coffee in the morning. So make sure you include her favorite drinks, and don't be afraid to serve something alcoholic! Why not a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, better yet, a mimosa!
Work smart here and get the kids to do the hard work. Squeezing oranges is a great kid friendly and time consuming task while you prepare the rest of breakfast.
Chef Markus
Keep in mind your main goal here. You want to spoil her on Mother's Day! Make it clear she won't have to do the dishes (or clean up that orange juice mess in the kitchen).
If the sheets get dirty, no big deal, you'll do the laundry! Best of all, have something planned for lunch and supper. Don't make her do the work after such a relaxing breakfast! Pick something that's easy to make (or made ahead of time and only needs reheating) so you can spend the day together as a family!
Enjoy the day together and keep it light! It's supposed to be a fun day after all, celebrating motherhood!
24 Breakfast In Bed Recipes For Mother's Day
1. Homemade Pancakes from lilcookie
3. Gluten Free Double Chocolate Oatmeal Pancakes from Joy Food Sunshine
4. Huevos Rancheros from In Mama Maggies Kitchen
5. Sauteed Mushrooms & Asparagus with Poached Eggs from Healthy World Cuisine
6. Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze from The Forked Spoon
7. Barely Porridge with Blueberries from The Delicious Crescent
8. Healthy Vegetable Frittata from Sweet and Savoury Pursuits
9. Lobster Eggs Benedict from My Island Bistro Kitchen
10. Smoked Salmon Frittata from Killing Thyme
11. Sweet Potato Hash Brown Cups from Only Taste Matters
12. Granola & Honey Breakfast Parfaits from Blue Bowl Recipes
13. Overnight French Toast Bake from Long Bourn Farms
14. Belgian Chocolate Waffles from Food Meanderings
15. Blueberry Coconut Waffles from The Food Blog
16. Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict from Elizabeths Kitchen Diary
17. Heart Beet Smoothie from EyeCandyPopper
18. Pineapple Orange Smoothie from Dizzy Busy and Hungry
19. Spiced Mochaccino from Sugar Love Spices
20. Honey & Berry Whipped Ricotta Parfait from She Loves Biscotti
21. Spinach & Egg Breakfast Pizza from Curry Trail
22. Baked Eggs from Pinch and Swirl
Don't Forget Lunch & Supper!
1. Asparagus & Proscuitto Egg White Quiche
2. Broiled Salmon & Cous Cous Herb Salad from My Kitchen Love
3. Butternut Squash & Chicken Gnocchi from Pass Me Some Tasty
4. Southwestern Chicken, Avocado, and Tomato Salad from A Farm Girls Kitchen
Shanika
These recipes are super delicious! I definitely would enjoy eating all this goodness EVERYDAY, but especially on Mother's Day! Awesome post! Thank you for including my Omelette!
Markus Mueller
Your welcome:)
linda spiker
Thanks for the great collection and for including my fritters:)
Sweet an Savoury Pursuits
Wow great post! So many beautiful recipes to choose from. Thank you for including my vegetable frittata!
Terri
Great roundup, Markus! As a Mom, I would be beyond thrilled to be served any one of these recipes in bed! Thank you for including my Chocolate Belgian Waffles!
Barbara Mayhew
That’s a lovely collection of inspiring Mother’s Day breakfast in bed recipes, Markus. Thanks for including mine.
Colleen
Markus, this is an epic post for Mother's Day! Thank you for including my Blueberry Coconut Waffles. I am in amazing company with all of these delectable recipes. As a Mom, I would be delighted to be served any one of them!
Markus Mueller
Thanks Colleen! I hope it covers everything to pull of a good breakfast in bed!