We've pulled together 20 of our favorite, easy to make, desserts that are perfect for Mother's Day. Surprise mom with a made-from-the-heart treat!

I'm all about heartfelt, and nothing says "I love you" like homemade sweet treats! Here are some of our favorite dessert recipes—from fruity delights and cookies to cakes, cupcakes, ice cream, and of course, plenty of chocolate. They’re quick, easy, and totally delicious—perfect for sharing with family, impressing guests, or whipping up a last-minute dessert!
[feast_advanced_jump_to]Our Favorite Recipe

Asking us to pick one favorite recipe is...unfair. But if we had to choose JUST ONE DESSERT from this recipe collection, it would be THIS ONE, a Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberry.
It's like a bite of cheesecake without all the work! This recipe takes about 30 minutes, they're easy to make, and a delicious way to use fresh strawberries. Plus, they're so cute and look so fancy - a perfect addition to your Mother's Day treats!
Up Your Cupcake Game
We have some delicious cupcake recipes in our list below. If you want to step-up your frosting and decorating, our friends at Life As A Strawberry have you covered! These popular posts How to Frost the Perfect Cupcake and 14 Ways to Decorate Cupcakes Like a Pro give simple, easy ideas that will make your cupcakes look like they came from a professional bakery!
Recipes For That Special Mom
White Chocolate Confetti Cake
This White Chocolate Confetti Cake is perfect for Mother's day (or any other day of the year!)
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Blueberry Peach Crostata
This crostata is an easy dessert recipe that combines peaches and blueberries in a simple Italian style free-form tart.
Photo & Recipe: Coley Cooks
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Easy, no-bake cheesecake stuffed strawberries deliver all the flavors of strawberry cheesecake in a single bite! Ready in just 35 minutes.
Mini Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes
These mini lemon raspberry cupcakes - with a surprise raspberry inside - are easy and fast to make. Perfect for Mother's Day or just because!
Classic Chocolate Ice Cream
This easy homemade chocolate ice cream is rich, creamy, and delicious! With two types of chocolate. Step by step photos.
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Easy Lemon Bars
These homemade Lemon Bars are so easy to make and only use 5 ingredients! A crispy shortbread crust topped with a creamy, tart lemon filling.
Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies
These easy, chewy chocolate chip pecan cookies are made with melted butter (no waiting for it to soften!) and toasted pecans.
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Butterscotch Cake with Chocolate Butterscotch Frosting
This butterscotch cake is rich but still airy, with a chocolate butterscotch ganache that perfectly compliments the delicious cake.
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Puff Pastry Peach Tartlets
These 30-minute puff pastry peach tartlets are a perfect treat to say "I love you" to mom on Mother's Day. As beautiful as they are delicious!
Lemon Vanilla Cupcakes
These homemade lemon vanilla cupcakes are perfect for spring! Topped with creamy vanilla and lemon buttercream. With step by step photos.
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Easy Homemade Apple Crisp
This Homemade Apple Crisp is made with Honeycrisp apples, sugar, and spices then topped with a delicious crumbly crisp. Top with vanilla ice cream and dig right in!
Photo & Recipe: Midwest Foodie
White Chocolate Blackberry Ice Cream
This easy blackberry ice cream gets a rich, complex flavor thanks to fresh berries and a bit of white chocolate! With step by step photos.
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Easy Lemon Curd
This homemade lemon curd recipe is a must have for all you lemon lovers! Sweet, tangy, creamy, smooth and made with only 4 ingredients.
Chocolate Cupcakes (With Coconut Oil - No Butter!)
These simple, butterless chocolate cupcakes are made with coconut oil and topped with a rich chocolate frosting. Easy to make in less than an hour!
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Homemade Strawberry Cake Recipe
This easy strawberry cake recipe features plump, fresh berries folded into a tender, buttery batter, with a crunchy, sugary top.
Photo & Recipe: Coley Cooks
Butterscotch Ice Cream
This butterscotch ice cream is sweet and rich - you won't be able to stop eating it!
Photo & Recipe: Life As A Strawberry
Brownie Bites
Rich, chocolatey, gooey brownies are SO easy to make! These brownie bites will quickly become a go-to favorite. Perfect for a snack or a buffet table.
Sugared Pecans
These sugared pecans have a hint of cinnamon and cloves. They're a perfect gift for mom on Mother's Day!
Pecan Shortbread Cookies
These easy pecan shortbread cookies are a buttery, sweet bite. Crispy outside and soft inside, it's perfect with a cup of tea or coffee!
We hope you loved these recipes for Mother's Day heartfelt treats! If you have any questions, drop a comment below. For more dessert ideas, visit our full recipe index.