These Glazed Meyer Lemon Madeleines Will Be Mom’s New Cookie Obsession

Mother's Day is May 8, and if you really want to get Mom (or the mother-figure in your life) a unique Mother's Day gift, you can't go wrong with a baked treat. A fresh batch of Mother's Day cookies is basically one of the best homemade Mother's Day gifts you can give, not only because they are so tasty, but because it shows that you've taken time out of your day to make her day extra special.

Another thing to think about, especially if you live far away from family, is that cookies can easily be shipped and arrive at her front door just in time for her big day (just be sure to wrap them up in a lovely tin). Most of these cookies will keep for a few days in an airtight container, so feel free to make these on the Friday or Saturday before Mom's day and you won't have to worry about rolling out cookie dough and making brunch on Mother's Day morning.

The recipes rounded up here include sugar cookies, macaroons, madeleines and a whole bunch of great concoctions. And while some are straightforward with design, others have cute little touches (be sure to brush up on how to decorate sugar cookies!) It doesn't matter which you choose to make, they'll all be a hit. And if you really want to go the extra mile, make a Mother's Day dinner to go with the cookies.