One of the most important things you can do on Mother's Day is treat your mother with the kindness and courtesy she deserves. Of all the gifts you could buy, the gift of your time and thoughtfulness will (always) be the best. So, how about preparing breakfast for the woman who's done everything for you your whole life? To start the day off right, the only thing better than delighting her with delicious brunch dishes is the luxury of having her enjoy them in bed. Make your mom feel like the queen she is!
These recipes are perfect for any type of breakfast and also work if you'd prefer to plan a special snack to mark the occasion. Whatever you choose, we promise: these recipes will make your mom happy.
Banana Flapjacks
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons of flour;
1/2 tablespoon finely chopped toasted walnuts;
3 tablespoons of brown sugar;
1/2 teaspoon baking powder;
1 teaspoon of baking soda;
1 ripe banana, sliced;
2 eggs;
Salt to taste;
100g unsalted butter.
Preparation method:
Mix flour, nuts, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in a bowl;
Mix the banana, eggs and butter in a separate bowl;
Add the flour mixture to the banana mixture and stir until smooth;
Heat a nonstick frying pan over medium heat;
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake into the skillet;
Let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes. Continue flipping until the flapjacks are cooked through.
Serve with toasted nuts.
Crepes with chocolate and hazelnut
Ingredients (for 20 crepes):
3 eggs;
1/2 rice milk;
3 tablespoons melted butter;
1 pinch of salt;
1/4 wheat flour;
1 bar of hazelnut chocolate, for filling.
Preparation method:
First, make the crepes: in a large bowl, beat all the ingredients (except the chocolate) with a metal whisk or fork until smooth;
Cover the bowl and leave it in the refrigerator to rest overnight, or for up to two days before cooking;
When you are ready to cook the crepes, place a nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter in the pan;
Pour 1/3 of the batter into the pan and swirl it in a circle until the bottom of the pan is covered;
Cook the crepe until the surface is dry, then repeat the process until the batter is gone;
Spread the crepes, fill with hazelnut chocolate and fold.
Oatmeal and banana cookies
Ingredients:
3 mashed bananas;
1/3 cup coconut oil;
2 cups of rolled oats;
1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips or dried fruit (e.g., nuts);
1 teaspoon vanilla essence.
Preparation method:
Mix all ingredients very well in a bowl;
Line a baking tray with parchment paper;
Using a spoon, make balls with the mixture and arrange them all over the tray;
Bake in the oven at 180º C and bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes;
Let it cool and then store in an airtight container.
