Mother's Day Breakfast in Bed Kit

By Kelly · Updated 2026-10-17

A well-executed breakfast in bed provides a quiet moment of luxury before the day begins. By focusing on make-ahead components, you can deliver a sophisticated meal without the morning rush or a messy kitchen.

Overnight Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate

Adults · 15 min · about $8

• 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans
• 4 cups filtered water
• 32 oz wide-mouth mason jar
• Fine mesh sieve
• Grade 90 cheesecloth
• 12 oz glass swing-top bottle

1. Place the coarsely ground coffee into the mason jar and pour the filtered water over the top.
2. Stir gently with a long spoon to ensure all grounds are saturated, then seal the jar.
3. Let the mixture steep at room temperature for 12 to 15 hours.
4. Line a fine mesh sieve with a double layer of cheesecloth and place it over a clean bowl.
5. Pour the coffee through the sieve slowly to remove all sediment.
6. Transfer the concentrate to a glass swing-top bottle and refrigerate until service.
7. To serve, dilute the concentrate with equal parts water or milk over ice.

Savory Spinach and Gruyere Strata

Adults · 20 min prep · about $18

• 1 lb loaf crusty sourdough bread
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1.5 cups grated Gruyere cheese
• 5 oz fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 8x8 inch ceramic baking dish
• Butter for greasing

1. Grease the baking dish thoroughly with butter.
2. Cut the sourdough bread into 1-inch cubes and layer half in the bottom of the dish.
3. Add a layer of fresh spinach and half of the Gruyere cheese, then top with the remaining bread cubes.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, pressing down with a spatula to ensure the bread is submerged.
6. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
7. The following morning, bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 to 50 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.

Printable Menu Card and Tray Styling

Adults · 20 min · about $5

• 65 lb white cardstock
• Paper trimmer or straight-edge scissors
• Small wooden card holder or mini gold binder clip
• Single stem bud vase
• Pressed linen napkin
• Sturdy wooden serving tray

1. Download the breakfast menu template and open it in a PDF reader.
2. Type in the specific dishes you have prepared, such as the strata and cold brew.
3. Print the menu onto the 65 lb cardstock using a high-quality print setting.
4. Use the paper trimmer to cut the menu to a 5x7 inch size, ensuring the edges are perfectly straight.
5. Iron the linen napkin and lay it flat across one side of the wooden tray.
6. Place the menu in the card holder or clip it to the edge of the tray where it is clearly visible.
7. Add the bud vase with a single fresh bloom to provide height without cluttering the surface.

Essential Tray Components

• Real silverware wrapped in a napkin to prevent rattling.
• Small bowl of seasonal berries for a fresh element.
• A small pitcher of cream and a sugar cellar for the coffee.
• Salt and pepper shakers for the savory strata.
• A dedicated glass for water in addition to the coffee.

When handling hot dishes like the strata, place a cork trivet or a thick folded napkin underneath the ceramic dish to protect the finish of your serving tray.