Bowl of Whole Grain Tahini Snack Bites

Whole Grain Tahini Snack Bites

These whole-grain tahini snack bites are a must-have! It has a texture-filled surprise in every bite. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and powered by grains. Maximize your health by enjoying these whole grain tahini snack bites as a balanced snack or on-the-go breakfast option.

With the perfect distribution of macronutrients, these bites will keep you full, fueled, and satisfied between meals. Make sure to keep an extra stash in the freezer to have a healthful meal or snack option ready in a pinch. For a dairy-free alternative, swap the Greek yogurt for your favorite plant-based alternative yogurt. It's sweet, with spice and everything nice.

Makes 18 servings
Serving Size: 2 bites
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients for whole grain tahini snack bites

  • 2 ½ cup sorghum flour (can substitute in oat flour)
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 tbsp plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp plant-based butter
  • 1 ¼ tsp baking powder
  • 4 oz mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ cup prunes
  • ½ cup tahini
  • ⅓ tsp vanilla
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Directions for whole grain tahini snack bites

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large bowl, put flour and baking soda. Mix until combined. If you don't have sorghum flour, blend ½ cup + 2 tbsp oats to create a fine oat flour.
  3. In a food processor, place prunes, Greek yogurt, butter substitute, tahini, vanilla, cinnamon. Blend until smooth.
  4. In a small bowl, crack and whip eggs. Add to the food processor and continue to blend until fully incorporated.
  5. In a large bowl, place contents from the food processor. With a spatula fold in the flour until fully combined approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. On an oiled cookie sheet, use a tablespoon to portion and place snack bites. Bake until fully cooked—approximately 10 minutes.

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Nutrition facts

Per Serving

  • calories: 184
  • carbohydrates: 28g
  • fat: 7g
  • fiber: 4g
  • potassium: 208mg
  • protein: 5g
  • sodium: 56mg
  • sugar: 8g
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