8 Easy Labor Day Recipes for the Perfect End-of-Summer Party

Somehow, some way it’s already nearing the end of Summer. As the kiddos head back to school, we all feel ready to get back in the groove of routine. One of my favorite holidays is Labor Day because of just that. It’s like a celebration of the fun we had over the Summer, but a start to slower days, cooler weather and routine. So let’s get ready for one last hurrah, shall we? I am sharing 8 Easy Labor Day Recipes for the Perfect End-of-Summer Party. These are yummy, crowd faves and super easy to whip together!

Let’s start with our proteins. We’re going big this year, with a more recent recipe share – Soda Can Smoked Chicken.

You guys went gaga over this! And I totally understand why. It’s so simple to make and it’s SO flavorful. It was on our weekly rotation for a while this Summer. It makes for great leftovers too!!

Chris’ BBQ Ribs recipe is straight up crack. You can’t eat just one (rack lol). They are melt in your mouth good and people will not stop talking about them for weeks. My kids love these.

This Easy Broccoli Salad is so addicting and gets better and better as it sits – make ahead and watch it be one of the first things to go! Even broccoli haters will love this!

This Potato Salad is one of my most – pinned recipes EVER. It’s SO good and travels well so look no further for your “I’m bringing ‘this’ to the party” kind of recipe.

Need the PERFECT blend of sweet, savory and refreshing on your Labor Day menu? It’s this Peach Blueberry Thyme Salad. The flavors are incredible and it’s just the right bite to cut the richness of the meats and carbs.

Next on our 8 Easy Labor Day Recipes for the Perfect End-of-Summer Party list? This Rustic Plum Blackberry Tart feels like it’s fresh from a bakery. It’s stunning,

This Easy Raspberry Jello Dessert Recipe is not just a Labor Day fave, it’s one of those ridiculous recipes that is so easy to make it seems silly but it’s SO good. I get asked to make this all the time. It’s truly a fan favorite and will be a go-to for years to come!

One of my fave party hacks is having grab and go dessert options. Guests are usually full after stuffing themselves with the main stuff, so why not set some simple – but super yummy! – cookies out so they can swoop one up on the way out? These chocolate chip coconut cookies are simply insane. Make extras because they will likely grab two (or three!) on the way out!