Here Are 40 Sweet Ways to Win Over Your Mom on Mother's Day This Year

There are so many great ways to celebrate your favorite lady on Mother's Day. For instance, you can make her breakfast in bed, make a DIY gift for her, or send her a Mother's Day card with a thoughtful message. But if she has a major sweet tooth, then the best way to celebrate your mama on May 8 this year is probably by baking her a delicious dessert. From Mother's Day cakes and cookies to pies and pastries, Mother's Day desserts run the gamut, and we've rounded up some of the best ones to help you get started.

If you're not terribly skilled in the kitchen, then you can stick with baked goods that are easy, like cute cupcakes, healthy cookies, and no-bake tarts. And if you are a skilled baker, then you can show off your skills with homemade cheesecakes, pies, or beignets, among other treats. These desserts may not be as sweet as she is, but we sure do think a homemade treat is the perfect end to her Mother's Day dinner or brunch (made by you, of course!). There's no better gift than enjoying baked goods made with love, and these recipes are sure to give you the inspiration you need this Mother's Day.