High-Protein Vegan Tahini Date Balls (No-Bake, 4-Ingredient Energy Bites)

These vegan tahini date balls are a quick, no-bake energy snack made with just 4 simple ingredients. Naturally sweetened with dates and packed with healthy fats and plant-based protein from walnuts and tahini, they’re perfect for hiking, travel, pre-workout fuel, or easy vegan meal prep snacks.

Why You’ll Love These Tahini Date Balls

• No-bake and ready in 20 minutes
• High-energy snack for hiking, climbing, or long days
• Naturally sweetened (no refined sugar)
• Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan
• Only 4 pantry-friendly ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
• 1 cup walnuts
• ⅓ cup tahini
• Sesame seeds, for rolling (optional but recommended)

Instructions

• In a food processor fitted with an S-blade, blend all ingredients except the sesame seeds until a sticky mixture forms.
• Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a lined baking sheet (or directly into a container if not coating).
• Roll the balls in sesame seeds on the backing sheet to coat, if desired.
• Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for a quick and energizing snack later.

Storage & Meal Prep Tips

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days
• Freeze for up to 2 months
• Great for grab-and-go breakfasts or trail snacks