Carob and Tahini Energy Balls
These energy balls are a great way to get your fix of healthy fats, fiber, and protein. They're made with a blend of dates, tahini, carob powder, rolled oats, walnuts, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. The dates provide natural sweetness, while the tahini adds a nutty flavor and creaminess. The carob powder gives the balls a rich chocolatey flavor without the added sugar. The rolled oats and walnuts add texture and a bit of crunch. The chia seeds provide a boost of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. And the vanilla extract and cinnamon add a touch of warmth and spice.
The inspiration for these energy balls came to me one day when I was looking for a healthy and satisfying snack. I had some dates, tahini, and carob powder on hand, and I thought, "What the heck, let's see what happens." I threw all the ingredients into a food processor and blended until combined. The mixture was sticky and sweet, and I knew I was onto something good. I rolled the mixture into balls, placed them on a baking sheet, and refrigerated them for 30 minutes. When I took them out of the fridge, they were firm and chewy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and richness. I've been making these energy balls ever since, and they're always a hit with my friends and family.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 12
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/2 cup carob powder
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until combined and sticky.
  2. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  3. Place the bites on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Enjoy as a healthy and satisfying snack!
Why It Works
  • The combination of dates, tahini, and carob powder creates a rich and satisfying flavor.
  • The rolled oats and walnuts add texture and a bit of crunch.
  • The chia seeds provide a boost of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • The vanilla extract and cinnamon add a touch of warmth and spice.
  • Refrigerating the balls for at least 30 minutes helps them to firm up and makes them easier to eat.