3 Easy Kid-created Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 3 min read
In many homes, Mom is the heart of the kitchen — juggling grocery lists, meal plans, dinner prep and clean-ups, often while managing countless other household tasks. Parents make sure everyone stays nourished and feels cared for at the table. This Mother’s Day, why not flip the script? Give Mom a well-deserved break from kitchen duty and let the kids take over with a simple, heartfelt brunch.
This gesture makes Mom feel appreciated and gives children a chance to learn a few basic kitchen skills, express their creativity and take pride in doing something special for someone. Here are four easy and fun brunch ideas kids can help create with minimal grown-up supervision and maximum love.
1. DIY Breakfast Menu
Before the cooking begins, set the mood with some thoughtful touches. Kids can design a handmade breakfast menu featuring the brunch options and give fun names to each dish, like “Mom’s Marvelous Parfait” or “Super Star Avocado Toast.”
Decorating the table or tray makes the occasion feel extra festive. Kids can cut out paper hearts, make a simple flower centerpiece with backyard blooms or string up a banner.
2. Avocado Toast
Avocado toast is a trendy, delicious and nutrient-packed option that’s easy enough for kids to make on their own. All they need is:
- Whole grain bread
- Ripe avocado
- Lemon or lime juice
- A pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: sliced cherry tomatoes or radish, feta cheese, crunchy garlic in oil or a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning
Kids can safely toast the bread in a toaster (with an adult’s help if needed for younger kids). Then, using a fork, they can mash a ripe avocado in a bowl with a little salt and lemon juice for brightness.
For an extra touch, cut the toast into heart shapes using a cookie cutter or arrange cherry tomatoes into a flower shape on top.
3. Fruit Salad
A colorful fruit salad is a healthy, refreshing dish that kids of all ages can assemble. Choose Mom’s favorite fruits — strawberries, blueberries, grapes, kiwi, mango or melon. Older kids can help with peeling and chopping while younger ones can assist by rinsing fruit and placing it into a large bowl.
For a fun twist, kids could arrange the fruit in rainbow order or use cookie cutters to make heart- or star-shaped melon pieces. Serve with a yogurt dipping sauce and add a drizzle of honey, sprinkle of shredded coconut or chopped nuts to spice it up.
4. Yogurt Parfait Bar
A build-your-own yogurt parfait bar is a fun, interactive addition to the brunch table. Some ideas:
- Yogurt
- Granola
- Fresh berries
- Chopped nuts
- Honey
- Shredded coconut
- Dark chocolate chips
Set everything out buffet-style and let everyone layer their own parfait in a glass or bowl. Kids can make a “sample parfait” for Mom first, layering yogurt, berries and granola with extra love.
It’s not about perfection in the kitchen — it’s about love, effort and time together. A kid-created brunch not only gives Mom a chance to relax but also teaches children the value of giving and caring for others.
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