Description
Tahini chocolate balls are a delicious and nutritious treat, combining the rich flavors of chocolate and the creamy nuttiness of tahini. These bite-sized delights are perfect for a quick snack or energy-boosting treat.
Ingredients
120ml tahini
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 medium heat for a couple of minutes, stirring continuously to ensure even toasting. Leave to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tahini and maple syrup. Stir until well-mixed.
- Add the oat flour, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Continue mixing until the mixture reaches a dough-like consistency.
- Shape the mixture into 10-12 small balls.
- Roll each ball in the toasted sesame seeds, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Nut Butter Coating: Roll the balls in crushed nuts like almonds, walnuts, or cashews for added crunch.
- Sweetener Swap: Swap maple syrup with honey, agave nectar, or date syrup.
- Vegan Option: Use pure maple syrup and ensure sweeteners are plant-based for a vegan treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
