Tahini is a paste or "butter" made from ground sesame seeds. Tahini is a great substitute for nut butter, and I recommend it if you have a nut allergy or have kiddos in a nut free school. It’s also high in protein, so it makes a great addition to energy balls and other baked goods.

Do I Have To Use Tahini In This Recipe?

You can sub any seed or nut butter for the tahini if you'd prefer! Cashew butter, almond butter and peanut butter are great options. You can also customize this recipe by mixing in chopped raisins or dried fruit, or by subbing maple syrup for the honey.

How Do I Store Protein Balls?

Store your protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. You can also freeze for longer storage.

No-Bake Chocolate Tahini Energy Bites

Name: No-Bake Chocolate Tahini Energy Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: energy bites
Ingredients: 3/4 c tahini (sesame seed butter); 1 c old fashioned rolled oats; 1/4 c shredded, unsweetened coconut; 1/4 c chia seeds; 1/4 c dark chocolate chips; 2 tbsp honey

Description

Swap your mid-afternoon cookie for one of these no-bake chocolate tahini energy bites.

Ingredients

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3/4 c tahini (sesame seed butter)
1 c old fashioned rolled oats
1/4 c shredded, unsweetened coconut
1/4 c chia seeds
1/4 c dark chocolate chips
2 tbsp honey

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the tahini, oats, coconut, chia seeds, chocolate chips and honey. Stir to combine.
Roll the mixture into balls with your hands.
Refrigerate for a couple hours to allow the energy bites to set.

Notes

*This recipe makes approximately 16 balls or 8 servings (2 balls per serving).
**Best if stored in the fridge or freezer.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Category: snack
Cuisine: energy bites