granola, oats, coconut shavings, blueberries and yoghurt in a bowl with lemon tea on the side

Homemade breakfast in bed is the perfect way to show Mum just how much she means to you. Give the shops a miss this year and create your own fuss-free feast from scratch.

It’s so much easier than you think and means you can add your own twists along the way. We’ve hand-picked our easiest ever homemade breakfast recipes, so even the kids can get stuck in!

A smoothie is the perfect way to kick-start your breakfast offering. It’s so quick to make, creates minimal washing up and you can get the kids involved, too! This recipe combines banana, coconut, lime and mango for a super-bright and tropical breakfast starter.

Making your own bread is a delicious way of kicking your breakfast up a notch. Toasted, grilled, fried or spread simply with homemade butter – it’s an underrated centrepiece in this special meal. Whatever you’re using it for, make your own in just over an hour with this moreish and so-easy soda bread recipe.

Jam made at home really is in another league to the shop-bought stuff. Get a batch of this super-easy strawberry jam on the go to really impress your mum. For a decadent twist, add a splash of Prosecco to the jam mix. Jar it up with homemade labels for a gorgeous edible gift.

Keep the bedside toast crumbs at bay with a nutty homemade granola. This no-fuss recipe can be made in advance and when stored in a cool, dry place it keeps well in a sealed and sterilised container for up to two months – perfect for Mum’s midweek breakfasts. Add berries and yoghurt for a fresh and fruity morning treat.

This is a really quick way to make breakfast extra special. Cook up these silky scrambled eggs for a luxurious accompaniment to your homemade bread. Raise the bar on this simple recipe with a few strips of smoked salmon or a dollop of heavenly homemade tomato sauce.

For more Mother’s Day recipe ideas, take a look at our collection of recipes. For a unique and delicious present, why not have a go at making one of these gorgeous edible gifts for Mother’s Day?