Looking for a snack that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrition? Enter tahini chocolate balls – a delightful blend of rich, chocolatey goodness and the creamy nuttiness of tahini, all wrapped into bite-sized, nutrient-dense treats. These little power balls are perfect for busy mornings, post-workout recovery, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
Why I love making these tahini chocolate balls:
It’s no secret that I’m a huge tahini fan and I’m constantly trying to find new ways to include it in recipes. Especially desserts as I think tahini is such a versatile ingredient to include in healthy treats. I also find it goes exceptionally well with chocolate – my other food love! So I threw them together with a few other basic ingredients to create this super easy, speedy and no-bake snack.
These tahini chocolate balls are the kind of thing I like to snack on between breakfast and lunch to keep me from wanting to reach for the pack of biscuits. It also works well at satisfying my sweet chocolate cravings that I tend to experience after meals. They make a great on-the-go snack to keep my blood sugar levels balanced or a light post-workout snack.
Life gets busy, and sometimes you just need a quick snack to keep you going. These tahini chocolate balls can be made in advance and stored for when you need a quick burst of energy. They’re portable, easy to store, and require no reheating or extra prep – perfect for those who are always on the move.
These yummy delights are more than just a sweet treat – they pack a serious nutritional punch! With a combination of healthy fats, protein, and fibre, these energy balls help to keep you full and satisfied.
Why you need to try these tahini chocolate balls:
Minimal ingredients – You only need 5 ingredients that you probably already have in your cupboard. The main 2 ingredients being tahini and cocoa powder – both nutrient power houses and great for overall health.
Easy to make – No one has time for complicated time consuming snacks. You don’t even need a food processor to make these tahini chocolate balls. All you need is a bowl and a spoon! Mix everything together, shape and enjoy – that’s all there is to it.
Customisable – One of the best things about these balls is their versatility. You can add in different ingredients based on your taste and dietary needs – think spices, dried fruit, or even protein powder for extra muscle support. They happen to be vegan/dairy-free and can easily be made gluten-free too. They’re also nut-free, unlike most energy balls that contain some sort of nuts or nut butter.
Perfect for pre or post-workout – Need a pre-workout snack that’s not too heavy but offers enough fuel? These tahini chocolate balls are a great option. The combination of healthy fats from tahini, complex carbs from the oats and healthy fats from the tahini offer the perfect balance of energy-boosting nutrients.
What you’ll need to make these tahini chocolate balls:
Tahini: Made from ground sesame seeds, tahini is rich in healthy fats, particularly omega-6 fatty acids, and offers a good amount of protein and calcium. It also provides a nutty, slightly savoury flavour that balances the sweetness of the chocolate perfectly. Runny Lebanese tahini is always my go to for the best taste and texture.
Cocoa: Cocoa powder adds not only rich flavour but also antioxidants, which can boost heart health and improve mood.
Oats – Oats provide complex carbohydrates, which release energy slowly. They’re high in soluble fibre, particularly beta-glucan, which helps promote healthy digestion and can stabilise blood sugar levels. The perfect addition to snacks to help keep you fuelled between meals or before/after a workout.
Maple syrup – we need some sort of sweetener to cut through the bitterness of the tahini and chocolate. I use maple syrup because I always have some in my cupboard, but other sweeteners will also work like honey, agave, rice syrup, etc.
Sesame seeds – I like to toast my sesame seeds for a couple of minutes in a dry pan (no need for oil!) to help bring out the nutty flavour. Trust me, it makes such a big difference to the taste of these tahini chocolate balls.
How to make these tahini chocolate balls:
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Optional step – Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over a medium heat for a couple of minutes stirring continuously. This will help bring out the natural nuttiness of the seeds. Leave to cool.
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Add the tahini and maple syrup to a bowl and mix to combine.
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Add the oat flour, cocoa and a pinch of salt. Mix until you have a dough consistency. Shape into 10-12 balls.
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Coat in the sesame seeds and enjoy!
How to store your tahini chocolate balls:
Store your tahini chocolate balls in an air-tight container either at room temperature (for softer balls) or in the fridge for up to 4 days.
These tahini chocolate balls are:
- Vegan
- Dairy-free
- Gluten-free
- Packed with healthy fats
- Packed with antioxidants
- Only calls for a mixing bowl and spoon to make them!
- Take 10 minutes to put together
- Easily adjusted to likes/dietary needs
- Taste so good!
A great snack to throw in a Tupperware and keep in the fridge at work to munch on when you have a snack attack!
Tahini Chocolate Balls
Ingredients
- 120ml tahini* I use this brand
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 55g oat flour
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- pinch of salt
- sesame seeds for coating
Instructions
- Optional step - Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over a medium heat for a couple of minutes stirring continuously. This will help bring out the natural nuttiness of the seeds. Leave to cool.
- Add the tahini and maple syrup to a bowl and mix to combine.
- Add the oat flour, cocoa and a pinch of salt. Mix until you have a dough consistency. Shape into 10-12 balls.
- Coat in the sesame seeds and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
I’ll try it . They look soooo delicious
Yummy! I make that for sure. This year I decide to reduce animal products ob my diet. That will be great for a craving days. Thank you for sharing.
Almond flour or coconut flour works?
Is there a way to make these diabetic friendly ?
Thank you-
Happy new year
Do you think sugar substitute will fit instead of the maple ?