Easy Tahini Date Energy Balls
No-bake, quick, and healthy energy balls combining creamy tahini and naturally sweet Medjool dates for a satisfying snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large Medjool dates, pitted (about 1 cup chopped)
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 3/4 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Optional mix-ins: toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts), cacao nibs
Instructions
- If dates are dry, soak in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Pulse 3/4 cup rolled oats in a food processor 5-6 times until coarsely ground.
- Add pitted dates and pulse 10-15 times until mixture starts sticking together but still has small bits.
- Add 1/2 cup tahini, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; pulse until combined into thick, sticky dough. Add 1-2 teaspoons water if too dry.
- Add 2 tablespoons chia seeds and pulse a couple times or fold in by hand.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls with dampened hands if sticky.
- Place balls on a baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Use fresh, moist Medjool dates for best binding and flavor. Avoid over-processing to keep a chewy texture. Chill before serving to firm up the tahini. Freeze leftovers in a single layer on parchment before transferring to a freezer bag.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (about
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 2.5
- Protein: 2.5
Keywords: tahini, dates, energy balls, no-bake, healthy snacks, vegan, gluten-free, quick snack