Tahini Date Energy Balls (Printable)

Nutritious tahini and date no-bake bites with coconut and oats for a convenient energy boost.

# What You’ll Use:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
02 - 1/2 cup tahini
03 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free

→ Flavor & Texture

04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling
05 - 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds, optional
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Optional Add-ins

08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How-To:

01 - In a food processor, pulse the dates until finely chopped and sticky.
02 - Add tahini, rolled oats, shredded coconut, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to the food processor. Process until the mixture is well combined and forms a thick dough.
03 - If the mixture is too dry, add 1 to 2 teaspoons water; if too sticky, add additional oats or coconut.
04 - Fold in chopped nuts and seeds, if using.
05 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
06 - Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut for coating, if desired.
07 - Place balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
08 - Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy 15-minute preparation with zero cooking required.
  • Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free to suit various dietary needs.
  • Packed with fiber from dates and healthy fats from tahini and seeds.
02 -
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the balls to firm up.
  • If the mixture is too sticky to handle, lightly dampen your hands with water before rolling.
  • Check ingredient labels to ensure oats are certified gluten-free if required.
Go Back