The ingredient list is pretty much summed up in the post title, with the exception of liquid sweetener, which I used in the form of Sweet Freedom low GI sweetener. I have mentioned the Sweet Freedom Choc Shot sauce before and was pleased to recently spot this syrup in their range. It's made entirely from fruit extracts and carob and I think it tastes like a cross between maple syrup, rice malt syrup and molasses.
Once you have your ingredients, you mix them up, roll into balls, and allow to chill for a few hours. If you are
My only warning with this recipe? Try not to drop your cocoa container whilst making the balls. I did that, and the result wasn't pretty...
Tahini chocolate oat balls
Delicious, easy, and satisfying
Vegan, no bake and easily gluten free (use GF oats)
Makes 16 balls
Author: Bite-sized thoughts
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup + 1 tbsp tahini
1/4 cup liquid sweetener of choice - I used low GI Sweet Freedom syrup but agave, maple or rice malt syrups are alternatives
2 tbsp cocoa powder
Method
Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl, stirring thoroughly until fully combined.
With clean hands, roll heaped teaspoons of mixture into small balls. Refrigerate for a few hours and then serve.
Store in the refrigerator.
Submitted to Healthy Vegan Fridays.
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I really like the look of the balls and the plate they came on too! I really like tahini and chocolate together. Anything that doesn't involve cleaning out the food processor is definitely earning plus points with me!
ReplyDeleteMe too, always :D
Deletethey sound great - I have been thinking of making energy balls lately but was wondering about making some nut free ones for sylvia to take to school - shame after making a dish so light on washing up that you ended up with the cocoa mess - hope your toast isn't tasting of chocolate now :-)
ReplyDeleteApparently the first time Mr Bite used it after the spill (I was out) the kitchen smelt of burnt cocoa! :P
DeleteI have done that with cocoa before too and it gets EVERYWHERE! I was finding it for days after.
ReplyDeleteLove the sound of these, and a good way to use Tahini too.
It's amazing how a relatively small amount of cocoa can cause so much mess!! Glad it's not just me who has done it!
DeleteWhat a bummer with the cocoa! I've done that a couple of times myself, lol. Can't wait to try your recipe. I love that it's only a few simple healthy ingredients. I make a raw vegan no-bake cookie that's similar to this. They contain dates, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and cocoa (and whatever else I feel like at the time). I love simple, easy, healthy snacks like this - no guilt. Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteYour cookies sound delicious too! I love the idea of throwing pumpkin seeds in - I rarely use them.
DeleteOh - the mess! I've done that and it's so difficult to clean up; you often have to wipe the bench three or four times. Yes, it does amaze me how so few ingredients can come together to create something so tasty. I do love how with this recipe, it's not only one-bowl but you also don't even need a food processor xx
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a few of us have thrown cocoa powder around! It's definitely not to be recommended if you want a clean kitchen - I am still finding it in unexpected places!
DeleteI'm always looking for new twists on energy balls so keep the recipes coming!
ReplyDeleteI really like the Sweet Freedom syrups too. They're my 'go to' syrups for raw chocolate making. Consistency & flavourwise, I find they work much better than maple syrup.
They're a bit stickier aren't they - more like rice syrup but without the sugar!
DeleteHi Kari, these ball sound lovely! I love tahini and chocolate together. I'm super interested in that sweetener now though. I've never seen it around here {maybe it's a UK only item}, but it sounds lovely! I love anything with fruit and carob.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Audrey :-) It may be just a UK brand but hopefully it will make it to you in time if it is taking off here!
DeleteThese sound delicious (and look great on that plate!). I like the sound of the sweetener... must keep my eyes peeled for something similar :-) Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHahaha that pic of chocolate powder everywhere made me laugh! that always happens.
ReplyDeleteOh no, the cocoa! Hahaha. I love that these balls don't require the food processor - I love using my high speed blender to make balls like these but it's not an option when I want a late night snack and the baby is asleep! I have a feeling I will be making these very soon :D
ReplyDelete"My only warning with this recipe? Try not to drop your cocoa container whilst making the balls. I did that, and the result wasn't pretty..."
ReplyDeleteOh dear... that made a mess. I've been there and have done that ;p They should put a warning on the container!
My little treat balls usually involve dates, which requires a food processor - I like the mixing bowl idea. These sound great!
Thanks so much for sharing these at Healthy Vegan Fridays - I'm pinning these! Have a great rest of the week =)