To us, nothing says Lag Ba’omer more than BBQ, Israeli foods and of course, s’mores! So we’ve gathered recipes that we think are perfect for celebrating the holiday. Whether you’re in your backyard around the grill, or decide to have a backyard picnic this year, these recipes are sure to make the celebration special! Enjoy!

1. Lag Ba’Omer Surprise Cake by Faigy Cohen

Here’s something fun to create in honor of Lag Ba'omer: an awesome wooden log cake, with an even more awesome surprise inside. Don’t be scared off by the cool design on this cake. You don’t even need to be able to draw a straight line to get the woody effect. I couldn’t believe how easy it was to make this cake come together!

2. Chocolate Bonfire Cake by Faigy Cohen

Here is a cake that will make an exciting centerpiece for any Lag Ba’omer celebration, and an even more exciting activity. You do not need to be a pro to nail this cake, because any imperfections will be hidden by the decorations.

3. Sheet Pan S’mores by Rachel Kor

Celebrate Lag Ba’omer (or any summer day… shh, we won’t tell) with these crazy easy 1-minute sheet pan s’mores! No smoke, no bonfire, just delicious s’moresy goodness right in the comfort of your kitchen.

4. Pretzel Hot Dog Skewers by Esty Wolbe

5. S’mores Fondue Is the Only Dessert You Need This Lag Ba'omer by Rachel Kor

Lag Ba'omer is a time of joy, bonfires, and togetherness—and what better way to sweeten the celebration than with a melty, chocolatey s’mores fondue? It’s a creative spin on the classic bonfire treat, perfect for sharing and fun for kids and adults alike. Whether you're gathered around a firepit, hosting a picnic, or celebrating indoors, this dessert adds warmth and flavor to the festivities.

6. Giant S’mores Stuffed Cookie by Sara Goldstein

This decadent dessert looks amazing, and tastes so special, but only takes a few minutes to prepare! I’d definitely suggest serving this warm with vanilla ice cream. If you’re feeling extra, sprinkle with Maldon salt for a perfect salty sweet bite.

7. Sweet Sisters’: Lag Ba’omer S’mores Krispie Treats by Shoshi and Tzippy Newman

We're back with another recipe for you! This time, it's in honor of Lag Ba'omer. We loooove s'mores. Actually, scratch that, we looove anything with marshmallows! We dreamed up a recipe for you that's easy and delicious and perfect for a big crowd. S'mores can get uh, you know, a little messy. So get ready to keep making batches and batches of these!

8. Peach Salsa Dog by Chanie Nayman

9. The Ultimate Burger by Hudi Greenberger

Burgers are delicious on their own, but they’re also a blast to add condiments to. Follow these tips and you’ll be in burger heaven.

10. S’mores Trifle by Victoria Dwek

This past August, I wrote about one of my favorite moments of my summer vacation, up somewhere in a remote mountain lodge (it’s inevitable that dozens of Jewish families happen to find the same remote spot). Every evening after dinner, we’d take the skewers, marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate bars I had brought along and stand around the campfire, trying to get a good toast on our marshmallows. It wasn’t easy. We usually caught the tail end of the fire, when the logs were all burnt out, and there were just a few sputtering flames. We fought for position to let the weak flames toast our marshmallows. The best part was when the marshmallows caught on fire: real toastiness. When I tasted this dessert, I was back up in the mountains. But this time, I didn’t have to fight for the fire: because my kitchen torch is mine alone.

11. Pepper Crusted Steak with Grilled Corn Salad by Chayie Schlisselfeld

12. Steak Kabobs with Colorful Vegetables by Daniel Aviv

Kabobs are easy to make and extremely tasty. If you don’t want to use steak, you can use turkey, pargiot, or even chicken cutlets.

13. Refreshing Peach Salsa by Miriam Szokovski

We’re in love with this cucumber-peach salsa. Sweet and refreshing with mild heat, it’s a superb accompaniment to fish or chicken.

14. Limonana Sorbet by Brynie Greisman

Limonana is a frosty summer beverage that’s a classic favorite in Israel. It’s a sweet, refreshing slushy drink made with lemon and mint. Here, I’ve taken it to the next level and made it into a sorbet. I used my new mint plant, so the herbs would be very fresh, and we couldn’t get enough of it!

15. Moroccan Keftas (Burgers) and Couscous with Veggies by Michal Soussan

16. Charrif from the Nitra Cookbook

Serve this spicy tomato dip with your choice of challah, pita bread, crackers, or chips.

17. Kielbasa Kebabs by Sam Adler

Throw these easy and flavorful kebabs onto the grill and please your whole crowd this summer.

18. S'mores Bars by Nechama Norman

These bars take no time to make and they are super delicious. It’s like taking a bite into summer!

19. Easy Chickpea Salad from The Nitra Cookbook

20. Spicy Pita Chips by Estee Kafra

21. Forkless Shawarma Lettuce Wraps by Rorie Weisberg

Looking for a delicious, light picnic lunch or dinner that you don’t have to wash on or eat with a fork yet is still super filling because it’s a macro meal?   Look no farther! Forkless Shawarma Lettuce Wraps are a great easy grab-‘n-go macro meal for busy summer days when I’m carpooling everywhere and want to have a salad but don’t have time to sit with a bowl and a fork.  

22. Roasted Eggplant Salad from The Nitra Cookbook

Serve this flavorful roasted eggplant dip with Pita Chips for a nutrient-rich afternoon snack.

23. Orange-Infused Honey-Sesame Cookies by Chavi Feldman

My parents dropped in to visit just as I finished baking these honey cookies, and of course I asked them to sample some. Both simultaneously exclaimed, “Mmmm, what’s in here?” They were surprised at how well the unusual blend of flavors came together to create a delicious twist on the typical honey cookie. Try them — they won’t disappoint!

24. S'mores Parve Ice Cream Sandwichesby Sina Mizrahi

To me, “barbecue dessert” instantly translates to s’mores. There is no more fitting end to a summer cookout than the taste of burnt marshmallow and the crunch of graham crackers, contrasted with velvety melted chocolate. I gave this classic a twist, adding an ice cream element, because as far as I’m concerned, ice cream in the summer is compulsory. Best of all, these store well and can be made ahead of time.

Originally published May 2019. Updated and improved April 2026.