TAHINI AND DATE BITES
Tahini and Date Bites are the ultimate healthy snack, naturally sweet, creamy and satisfying. These delightful bites combine the rich caramel-like sweetness of Medjool dates with the nutty undertones of tahini, offering a perfect blend of flavours in every bite. Packed with essential minerals like calcium, iron and potassium, they deliver a quick boost of natural energy, making them ideal for busy days, lunchboxes or post-workout fuel. With just two simple ingredients, they’re effortless to prepare and require no cooking, perfect for anyone seeking a convenient and wholesome treat. You can even add nuts or seeds to enhance the texture and nutrition. These bites are vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Savour this quick and guilt-free indulgence that’s as good for your tastebuds as it is for your body.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Snack
SERVING SIZE
1
CUISINE
Middle Eastern
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
5 Ingredients or Less, No-Cook
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Casual Dinner, Back to School, Picnic, Potluck, Ramadan, Rosh Hashanah, Family Reunion
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Healthy, Quick & Easy, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat/Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
DISH TYPE
Energy Bars
INGREDIENTS
There are the following ingredients for Tahini and Date Bites:
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tsp tahini
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 162.7 kcal
- Fat: 2.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrate: 37.1 g
- Sugar: 31.9 g
- Sodium: 6.2 mg
- Fiber: 3.7 g
- Protein: 1.7 g
- Calcium: 52 mg
- Iron: 0.9 mg
- Potassium: 354.8 mg
PREPARATION
These steps are followed for the preparation of Tahini and Date Bites:
- Prepare Ingredients: Pit the Medjool dates if not already done.
- Stuff: Using a small spoon, fill each date cavity with half a teaspoon of tahini.
- Press: Gently press the date closed to encase the tahini.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a sweet snack or refrigerate until ready to eat.
PREP TIME
2 minutes
COOKING TIME
0 minutes
TIPS
Here are some helpful tips for Tahini and Date Bites:
- Fresh Dates: Use soft Medjool dates for easy stuffing and better texture.
- Neat Filling: Use a small spoon or piping bag to fill the dates cleanly.
- Customisation: Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top for extra crunch.
- Chill: Refrigerate bites for 10 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.
VARIATIONS
- Nut-Free: Skip tahini and use sunflower seed butter instead.
- Chocolate Twist: Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for a treat.
- Crunchy: Add chopped nuts inside the date for a crunchy surprise.
- Fruity: Top with shredded coconut or crushed freeze-dried raspberries.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigeration: Store in a sealed container for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Not recommended as the texture may change unfavourably.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare a batch and store it in a fridge-friendly container for quick grab-and-go snacking.