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25 Sweet Treats to Add to Your Labor Day Menu

June 13, 2023

Plan the perfect finish to your meal with ideas for fruity desserts, s’mores-inspired bites, ice cream sandwiches and more.

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Our Best Labor Day Desserts

It’s time for the last big cookout of the season and, if you’re anything like us, you’ve already started planning a menu that includes summery appetizers as well as some classic dishes like burgers and slaw to round things out. Now it’s time to think about desserts. And, oh boy, do we have some delicious ideas. You’ll find plenty of options in this roundup (from fun frozen delights to no-bake treats) but there’s no denying that pie is always a crowd-pleaser. This version is sure to appeal to lemonade lovers big and small; it’s got a velvety filling that’s bursting with citrus-and-berry flavor—making it the perfect slice of summer!

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Photo: Alice Gao ©

Fresh Peach Cake

Ina layers the local peaches, cinnamon-sugar, sweet cake batter and crunchy chopped pecans for a truly delicious summertime treat.

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Photo: Teri Lyn Fisher

Banana Cream Pie Dip

A ring of caramelized bananas adds a bit of flair to this crustless version of a classic banana cream pie. Scoop it up with vanilla wafer cookies to add some crunch.

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S'mores Brownies

Treat your cookout guests to a toasty, marshmallow-y, s'mores-inspired treat (no campfire needed) with Molly's delicious brownies.

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