There are certain foods in our family that instantly bring joy — not just because they taste amazing, but because of the memories we make around them. This year, as part of our New Year’s Eve celebrations, we baked a batch of Smores Cookies from Eating Bird Food and they were an absolute hit!
Whether you’re welcoming the New Year with loved ones or just looking for a delicious treat, these cookies are a must-try. Even better? With ingredients like oat flour and coconut oil, they feel just that little bit more wholesome without sacrificing any flavour.
➡️ Original recipe from Eating Bird Food: https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/smores-cookies/
🍪 What Makes These Cookies So Special
These aren’t your average sweet treat — they’re a perfect blend of gooey marshmallow, melty chocolate, toasty edges, and a comforting oat base. But beyond their irresistible flavour, there’s something to be said about the ingredients that make them nourishing as well.
🌾 Oat Flour – A Heartier Base
Instead of using just refined white flour, this recipe relies on oat flour (which you can make at home by blitzing oats until fine). Oat flour offers:
More fibre than traditional all-purpose flour
A gentle, slow-digesting carbohydrate that helps keep you full
A naturally nutty flavour that pairs beautifully with chocolate and marshmallow
Oats also contain plant compounds called beta-glucans, which have been linked with heart health and balanced blood sugar levels
👉 — a lovely bonus in such a delicious cookie!
🥥 Coconut Oil – A Healthier Fat Swap
Coconut oil is the fat used in these cookies, and for good reason:
It adds moisture and chewiness to baked goods
It’s plant-based and dairy-free (perfect for many dietary preferences)
It provides a subtle, warm flavour that complements chocolate perfectly
Coconut oil contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are easily digested and can be used by the body as quick energy
👉 — making your New Year’s Eve treat feel just a bit more nourishing.
🍫 The Good Stuff — Chocolate + Marshmallow
Okay, let’s be honest: the real fun in these cookies comes from the gooey marshmallow and melty chocolate. But pairing these with oat flour and coconut oil means you’re balancing indulgence with intention — something I always love bringing into celebrations.
It’s a reminder that food can be both joyful and thoughtful, without needing to choose one or the other.
🎉 How We Enjoyed Them
We baked these cookies on New Year’s Eve as part of our family celebrations, and watching everyone reach for seconds felt like a small but meaningful moment of shared joy. Soft centres, toasty edges, and big smiles all around… what better way to ring in a new year?
Pair these with a cosy drink, slow conversation, and your favourite people — and you’ve got a recipe for joy.
🍽️ Final Thoughts
Delicious, comforting, and just a little bit special — these Smores Cookies remind me why baking together is one of life’s simple joys. With ingredients like oat flour and coconut oil, we get the best of both worlds: sweetness that feels intentional and memories that last.
Curious to try them yourself? You can find the full recipe over at Eating Bird Food — the link is above. And if you make them, I’d love to hear how your family enjoyed them too! 💛
Find the joy 