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10 delicious & decadent breakfast in bed recipes to make Mum feel extra special this Mother’s Day

All you need to bring is the tray and a card.
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Mother’s Day is meant to be a day full of love and pampering for the hardest-working women in our lives.

It’s a chance for children to let their mums and other special women know just how grateful they are for all that they do.

But showing you appreciate her doesn’t have to mean spending the big bucks – sometimes, it can be as simple as breakfast in bed.

Breakfast ideas

Spoil mum this Mother’s Day with a decadent breakfast in bed!

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Whether it’s a trendy Acai bowl, a warm cup of tea and scones or the old classic – pancakes – mum will appreciate the gesture more than anything.

Just pop it on a tray and deliver it to her with a home-made card and she’ll be feeling the love on her special day.

Not sure what to whip up for breakfast? Just use one of these recipes to make her morning a treat.

Because let’s face it, nothing beats a good old-fashioned sleep-in, homemade card and breakfast in bed on Mother’s Day!

Strawberry croissant French toast

Why enjoy one French classic for breakfast when you can combine two? These french toast croissants are filled with fresh slices of strawberry and strawberry jam for a fruity, oozing centre.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Croissant breakfast bake

This one-pot wonder combines buttery French croissants with a creamy egg, cheese and salmon filling, ideal for sharing with friends and family at your next big breakfast or brunch spread.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Banana maple pancakes

Spoil the family with these decadent pancakes sweetened with banana and maple syrup and topped with crunchy pecans.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Ricotta pancakes

Serve up these simple, fluffy ricotta pancakes with sliced fresh fruit and a drizzle of syrup for a delightful brunch for your loved ones this weekend.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Breakfast jaffle

Bacon, eggs and chutney sandwiched between two pieces of toast is a great way to start the day. Perfect for the morning after the night before.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Buckwheat pancakes with mixed berries

Perfect for a lazy breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are pretty as a picture with their colourful berry toppings. Any leftover pancakes can be taken to school for a morning-tea treat.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Golden syrup pikelets

Pikelets, as we know them, are a uniquely Australian and New Zealand phenomenon. In some parts of the world, asking for a pikelet will result in either a crumpet or an oatcake rather than fluffy little pancakes.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Eggs Benedict

Can’t make it to your favourite cafe right now? No need to miss out on your favourites.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Breakfast quinoa

A great breakfast option for anyone who’s lactose intolerant — this cinnamon-spiced brekkie bowl is topped with fresh fruit and crunchy pecans for a delicious and healthy start to the day.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

Breakfast burrito

Begin the day with a delicious breakfast burrito filled with creamy scrambled egg and smoked salmon.

Read the full Australian Women’s Weekly recipe here.

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