TAHINI DATE BARS
These Tahini Date Bars offer a quick and energy-packed snack that’s both nourishing and indulgent. The Mashed Medjool dates form a naturally sweet base, while creamy tahini adds a rich and sesame‑seed depth. Almond flour and ground flaxseed boost fibre and healthy fats, delivering a satisfyingly chewy texture that holds together beautifully. A pinch of se a salt heightens all the flavours, balancing sweetness and nuttiness in every bite. These tahini date bars are ready in ten minutes with zero baking required. These bars make a perfect breakfast, grab‑and‑go, afternoon pick‑me‑up or post‑workout refuel. These tahini date bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and free from refined sugars. They showcase how minimal, whole‑food ingredients can create a gourmet-style treat that’s good for you as it tastes.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Snack
SERVING SIZE
1
CUISINE
Middle Eastern
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
No‑Cook
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Picnic, Potluck, Ramadan
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat / Gluten‑Free, Dairy‑Free, Low Sodium, Low / No Sugar, Raw, Organic, High Fibre, Kid Friendly
DISH TYPE
Candy, Energy Bars
INGREDIENTS
There are the following ingredients for Tahini Date Bars:
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted and mashed
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- ½ tablespoon ground flaxsee
- Pinch of sea salt
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 263.2 kilocalories
- Fat: 11.6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.4 grams
- Carbohydrate: 40.5 grams
- Sugar: 32.2 grams
- Sodium: 135.6 milligrams
- Fibre: 5.3 grams
- Protein: 5.0 grams
- Calcium: 99.6 milligrams
- Iron: 1.9 milligrams
- Potassium: 447.2 milligrams
PREPARATION
These steps are followed for the preparation of Tahini Date Bars:
- Mash The Dates: Place 2 pitted Medjool dates in a bowl. Use the back of a fork to mash until a sticky paste forms with minimal lumps.
- Add Tahini: Stir in 1 tablespoon tahini until the mixture turns smooth and slightly glossy, ensuring the sesame flavour is evenly distributed.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add 1 tablespoon almond flour and ½ tablespoon ground flaxseed along with a pinch of sea salt. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
- Form The Bar: Transform the dough into a square of parchment paper. Press firmly into a 5 × 3 cm rectangle, using your fingers or the back of a spoon for neat edges.
- Chill To Set: Place the bar in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up. Once set, remove from the parchment, slice or serve whole as a compact energy boost.
PREP TIME
8 minutes
COOKING TIME
0 minutes
TIPS
- Soft Dates: Choose plump and sticky Medjool dates for easier mashing; if too dry, soak in warm water for five minutes and pat dry.
- Tahini Texture: Stir tahini well before measuring because natural separation means oil rises to the top.
- Even Bars: Use parchment overhang to lift the formed bar cleanly out of the bowl and maintain shape.
- Press Firmly: Compact the dough tightly to prevent crumbling when sliced or bitten.
- Salt Balance: A tiny pinch of sea salt lifts sweetness and avoids adding more than a scant measure.
- Portable Storage: Wrap individually in parchment or beeswax wrap for perfect on-the-go snacks.
Variations
- Nut Crunch: Fold in 1 teaspoon chopped pistachios or almonds for extra texture and protein.
- Cocoa Twist: Stir in ½ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolate‑date variation.
- Spiced Bar: Mix ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon or cardamom to introduce warm spice notes.
- Citrus Zing: Add ½ teaspoon finely grated orange or lemon zest for a bright and fruity aroma.
- Berry Boost: Press 1 teaspoon dried cranberries or goji berries into the surface before chilling.
Prepping And Storage
- Fridge: Store bars in an airtight container for up to five days, so keep chilled for best texture.
- Freezer: Wrap bars individually and freeze for up to one month. Thaw at room temperature for five minutes before enjoying.