Labor Day is the perfect time to enjoy sweet treats that everyone can appreciate. From fruity desserts to chocolatey delights, there are plenty of easy recipes that will make your holiday gathering even more special. Here are 25 simple dessert ideas that are sure to please your family and friends.
Lemon Blackberry Swirl Tart

The Lemon Blackberry Tart is a beautiful dessert featuring a rich shortbread crust, a smooth lemon filling, and a delightful swirl of blackberry compote. It's a great choice for any spring or summer gathering, adding a refreshing touch to your table. This tart combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the sweetness of blackberries, making it a treat everyone will enjoy.
Cherry Cheesecake Pie
This cherry cheesecake pie is a simple no-bake dessert that everyone will enjoy. It's light and refreshing, making it a great choice for any occasion. Plus, it comes together quickly and easily, so you won't spend all day in the kitchen.
Mango Cheesecake
This vegan mango cheesecake features a simple no-bake cookie crust and a creamy mango filling that’s both smooth and refreshing. Topped with a bright mango curd and fresh mango pieces, it’s a delightful treat for warm days. This dessert is easy to prepare and perfect for summer gatherings.
Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp
Blueberry rhubarb crisp is a delightful dessert filled with sweet fruit, perfect for enjoying with family during the spring and summer months. It's simple to prepare, making it a great choice for gatherings or just a cozy night in. The combination of blueberries and rhubarb creates a deliciously balanced flavor that everyone will love.
Millionaire Pie
This easy NO BAKE Millionaire Pie comes together in just 15 minutes. It's creamy, fruity, and sweet, making it a light dessert perfect for any occasion. We brought it to a potluck, and everyone loved it!
No-Bake Peach Cheesecake Bars
No-Bake Peach Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert featuring a crunchy biscuit base topped with a smooth and creamy filling. The bars are layered with sweet caramelized peaches and a sprinkle of streusel, finished off with a dollop of whipped cream. This dessert is perfect for enjoying on a warm day, offering a refreshing and satisfying treat without the need for baking.
Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes
These homemade Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes are sure to be a hit. They feature soft vanilla cupcakes topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting and a delightful strawberry crunch topping. The strawberry shortcake crunch gives these cupcakes a fun texture and a burst of fruity flavor that everyone will love.
Fresh Blueberry Ice Cream
This homemade Blueberry Ice Cream is a delightful summer treat that's both creamy and rich. With its vibrant blueberry flavor, it's sure to be a hit on warm days. The recipe is simple and offers options for both using an ice cream maker or making it without one.
Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes are simple to whip up and full of flavor. They feature a smooth cheesecake filling sitting on a crunchy graham cracker crust. These little treats are great for any gathering or celebration.
Homemade Apple Crisp
Homemade Apple Crisp features a delightful mix of sliced Honeycrisp apples, sugar, and spices, all covered with a crunchy topping made from flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Once baked, it turns into a warm and comforting dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a sweet finish.
Strawberry Filled Cupcakes
These summer cupcakes are a hit with everyone, from kids to adults. They’re simple to whip up using vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream, and you can have them ready in less than an hour. Perfect for any gathering, these treats bring a refreshing taste of summer to your table.
Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler
This peach cobbler is a classic dessert that features fresh peaches mixed with brown sugar and a splash of bourbon, all baked under a layer of buttery dough. It's a simple yet delicious treat that brings a taste of summer to any gathering. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, this dessert is sure to be a hit.
Chocolate Walnut Brownies
These brownies come together in just 35 minutes and are really easy to make, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings. They have a great mix of sweet and salty flavors, with a crunchy top and a chewy, fudgy center. It's no surprise that everyone enjoys these treats!
Mini Cherry Cheesecakes
Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are a delightful treat that’s just the right size for dessert after dinner. They’re sweet and rich, making them a satisfying choice. These little desserts can be prepared in advance and freeze nicely, so you can enjoy them whenever you want.
Blueberry Cheesecake Dip
This 5 Minute Blueberry Cheesecake Dip is creamy and tasty, and it comes together in just a few minutes. It’s a fun dessert that everyone will enjoy, and it might disappear quickly! Perfect for gatherings or just a sweet treat anytime.
Blueberry Crumble
This simple blueberry crumble is packed with fresh blueberries and has a crunchy streusel topping. The combination of sweet brown sugar and juicy blueberries creates a delicious summer dessert. With just five ingredients and only ten minutes of prep time before it goes in the oven, this dessert is perfect for family gatherings.
Berry Gino
This berry bake is a simple dessert packed with bananas, strawberries, and blueberries, all topped with white chocolate. It's a great choice for dinner parties and can be made ahead of time. Serving it over vanilla ice cream adds a nice touch for a special treat.
Cast Iron Skillet Peach Cobbler
Fresh peaches are combined with just the right amount of spice, creating a delicious filling that bubbles away beneath golden, buttery biscuits. Topping it all off is a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream that melts into the warm dessert. This is a delightful treat that's perfect for enjoying on Labor Day.
Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
The Silky Chocolate Hazelnut Tart is a simple and tasty dessert perfect for chocolate and hazelnut fans. It’s so easy to make that you don’t even need to use the oven, yet it results in a smooth and creamy chocolate hazelnut treat that everyone will love. Despite its richness, this tart has a nice balance of sweetness and can even be considered a healthier option since it doesn’t require added sugar.
Carrot Cake Pound Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Glaze
Carrot pound cake combines the best features of two beloved desserts. It has the rich, buttery texture of a traditional pound cake, while also being filled with the comforting spices that make carrot cake so special. This cake is perfect for anyone who enjoys a sweet treat that’s both familiar and unique.
Bisquick Blackberry Cobbler
A warm Bisquick blackberry cobbler straight from the oven is always a comforting choice. With just a handful of ingredients you probably already have, this simple dessert comes together in no time and brings that familiar cobbler taste we all enjoy. The sweet, juicy blackberries bubble under a golden biscuit topping, creating a delightful treat that’s great any time of the year.
Mango Yogurt Mousse
This healthy mango mousse is a delightful treat that combines sweetness with nutrition. With just three main ingredients and a few optional extras, you can whip up a delicious mango yogurt mousse. It's a fantastic dessert that everyone, from kids to adults, will enjoy!
S'Mores Casserole
S'mores Casserole is a straightforward take on the classic camping dessert. You can whip it up in a baking dish, so there's no need for a campfire, making it great for gatherings. Just grab some graham crackers or digestive biscuits and your favorite milk chocolate, and you're all set.
Rum Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Pineapple upside-down cake is a fun dessert that adds a twist with a splash of rum. It's perfect for gatherings and pairs nicely with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. This cake is not only delicious but also easy to make, making it a great choice for any occasion.
White Chocolate Covered Strawberries
White chocolate-covered strawberries are a delightful dessert that everyone loves. Fresh strawberries are dipped in warm white chocolate, creating a tasty combination of juicy fruit and creamy sweetness. This treat is simple to make and is sure to impress at any gathering.
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