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Date Tahini Energy Balls

A simple, no-bake energy ball made from just a handful of pantry staples—dates for natural sweetness, tahini for richness, and a coating of ground almonds for texture. Perfect for a grab-and-go snack that still feels wholesome.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole almonds, plus 2 tablespoons ground almonds
  • ¾ cup Medjool dates, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small bowl (for ground almonds)
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. Process all ingredients except the ground almonds until they come together in a ball — mostly smooth with a bit of texture.
  2. Roll into 16 one-inch balls (keep a bowl of water nearby to wet your hands if the mixture sticks).
  3. Roll each ball in the ground almonds for a fine, even coating.
  4. Chill in an airtight container for at least an hour.