Mother's Day is a special occasion to celebrate and honor the incredible women in our lives. Whether it's your mom, grandmother, or mother figure, it's the perfect time to show them how much you love and appreciate them. What better way to do that than by spoiling them with delicious homemade desserts?

In this article, we'll be sharing the top 5 best dessert recipes to make for your mom on Mother's Day. So, grab your apron and get ready to whip up something sweet and special for the amazing woman in your life.

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1. Strawberry Cheesecake

A classic dessert that’s perfect for spring, this strawberry cheesecake is sure to impress. Made with a graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberry topping, it is a sweet and tangy treat that your mom will love.

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Strawberry cheesecake is a sweet and tangy treat that your mom will love

Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients:

- For the crust:

+ 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

+ 1/4 cup granulated sugar

+ 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

- For the filling:

+ 24 oz cream cheese, softened

+ 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

+ 3 large eggs

+ 1/2 cup heavy cream

+ 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

+ 1/3 cup strawberry puree (made from fresh strawberries)

- For the topping:

+ 1/2 cup strawberry puree

+ 1 tablespoon cornstarch

+ 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

+ Fresh strawberries for garnish

Steps To Make: 

- Preheat the oven to 325°F(~170°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter.

- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Then press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan, using a flat bottomed glass to press down evenly. After that, bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool.

- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy and smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree. Beat until well combined. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.

- Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the center is almost set. Then, remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature.

- In a small saucepan, combine the strawberry puree, cornstarch, and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Pour the strawberry topping over the cooled cheesecake and spread it out evenly.

- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with fresh strawberries.

2. Lemon Bars

These tangy and sweet lemon bars are the perfect dessert for any occasion, including Mother's Day. Made with a buttery shortbread crust and a zesty lemon filling, they are sure to be a hit.

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Lemon Bars are perfect dessert for any occasion and easy to make

Lemon Bar Recipe

Ingredients:

- For the crust:

+ 1 cup all-purpose flour

+ 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

+ 1/4 cup granulated sugar

+ 1/4 teaspoon salt

- For the filling:

+ 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

+ 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

+ 4 eggs

+ 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice

+ 1 tablespoon lemon zest

+ Powdered sugar for dusting

Steps To Make:

- Preheat the oven to 350°F(~175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter.

- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined and the dough forms a ball. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan, using a flat bottomed glass to press down evenly.

- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove and allow to cool.

- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and flour. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until well combined. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.

- Bake the lemon bars in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set. Remove the lemon bars from the oven and allow them to cool to room temperature.

- Chill the lemon bars in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm. Before serving, dust the lemon bars with powdered sugar.

3. Fruit Tart

This colorful and fruity dessert is perfect for spring and Mother's Day. Made with a buttery tart crust, creamy vanilla custard, and topped with fresh fruit, it's a beautiful dessert that's also healthy and delicious.

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Fruit Tart is a beautiful dessert that's also healthy and delicious

Fruit Tart Recipe:

Ingredients:

- For the crust:

+ 250g unsalted butter at room temperature

+ 180g fine granulated sugar

+ 1 tablespoon liquid vanilla

+ 2 chicken eggs

+ 500g flour

+ Half a teaspoon of salt

- For the filling:

+ 2 egg yolks

+ 30g sugar

+ 20g corn flour

+ 200ml fresh milk without sugar

+ 1 teaspoon vanilla

+ 30g unsalted butter

+ 200ml fresh cream with 3540% fat content (heavy cream)

+ 20g sugar

- For the topping:

+ Fruits of all kinds: kiwi, apple, strawberry, plum or orange, peach...

Steps To Make: 

- In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, and sugar. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

- Add the egg yolk and ice water, and pulse until the dough comes together. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead briefly until smooth. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.

- Bake the crust in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool.

-In a saucepan, heat the milk, heavy cream, and sugar until steaming.

- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.

- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.

- Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until set.

- Arrange the fresh fruit on top of the tart in a decorative pattern.

- In a small saucepan, heat the apricot jam over low heat until melted. Brush the melted jam over the fruit to glaze.

- Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the glaze is set.

Conclusion

No matter which dessert you choose, the effort and love that goes into making it will not go unnoticed. Remember, Mother's Day is not just about the desserts, but also about spending quality time with your mom and making her feel special. So, take this opportunity to create lasting memories and show your mom how much she means to you.

We hope these dessert recipes inspire you to create something sweet and memorable for your mom on Mother's Day.  

Besides, you can give personalized gifts with the homemade cake! It can be a T-shirt, a Tumbler or even a Metal Sign that your mom in this product with quotes she likes. You can check these items outhere at Wander Prints!

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