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    Breakfast » tahini almond date bites

    Published: Jan 27, 2012 by Kristina Sloggett · This post may contain affiliate links · 46 Comments

    tahini almond date bites

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    I have a new addiction.

    It's Yelp.

    I'm checking in everywhere. All the time. To see my daily ranking go up, to collect badges and Dukedoms. Yes, I am a Duchess now. Do Duchii wear crowns? Because I'd like to wear a crown.

    There are some actual benefits to Yelping - I've been invited to a couple VIP events already - but so far I am only interested in the stats, and becoming The Duchess of as many places as I can. Soon I will be Duchess of the gym - yes, that one is near.

    I realize this is old news for many, and for some, it's a Huh?? It's probably similar to Angry Birds or Farm Whatever (which I learned how to block on facebook, by the way!).

    It once more confirms that I am obsessive delighted by the little things. That sometimes the little things are key.

    Recently I was sent a huge box of goodies from Bard Valley Natural Delights. Medjool dates. Coconut date rolls. Pistachio date rolls. All kinds of deliciousness.

    While we have been eating many of the dates as is - which is caramely candy like goodness - I did save some to make a few recipes with. This is the first one I'm sharing with you - a very easy and uniquely flavored treat. You know I love my tahini. This recipe does not have added sugars - if you've enjoyed a Medjool you know it is not necessary. Also, sprouted almonds. Have you tried these yet?

    What. You're going to tell me sprouted almonds are like Yelp, old news.

    That's okay, they are delicious and they are a party I am fine to be late to.

    tahini almond date bites

    vegan, gluten free, no added sugar

    makes 20-22 1-inch bites

    12-14 large dates, pitted
    ½ cup raw almonds (I used sprouted)
    ⅓ cup tahini
    pinch sea salt
    1-2 tablespoons water
    ¼ cup sesame seeds to coat 

    In food processor, pulse almonds until crumbly, partly smooth. Add dates, tahini and salt, continue to process. Texture will still be slightly crumbly - add water (1 tablespoon at a time) and dough should quickly form. Form into 1 inch rounds, roll in sesame seeds to coat, and roll in hands to flatten sesame seeds into ball. Cool in refrigerator to firm.

    I just ate several of these, and now it's time to do some stretching - I have a downward dog lesson from my favorite yogi (look at that perfect form!). I need to find a yoga studio to become Duchess of.

    Post sponsored by Bard Valley Natural Delights. My absolute love of Medjool dates is unbiased.

     

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    1. Lisa B says

      January 27, 2012 at 4:19 pm

      I like Yelp too 🙂

      These balls are so pretty---I love the sesame seeds on the outside! The flavor combo sounds great too, with the contrast between the tahini and dates especially (I'm guessing that creates a nice balance!).

      Happy Weekend Friend!

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:15 am

        the flavors are good - I like a sweet and savory. I hope you have a great weekend too, Lisa B! (Basil wags hello!) 🙂

        Reply
    2. Liz (Little Bitty Bakes) says

      January 27, 2012 at 4:03 pm

      Mmmm, dates - nature's candy! Love 'em and can't get enough, seriously! (probably hard to believe coming from a candy/cookie fanatic)

      The bites seem like they would end up sort of Larabar-like, which is definitely a good thing!

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:18 am

        yes, I actually thought about making bars out of these. or longer strips, anyway... they do resemble a larabar...

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    3. Kath (My Funny Little Life) says

      January 27, 2012 at 3:01 pm

      Aww, these bites look perfect! The ground covering also fits perfectly. 🙂

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:19 am

        YAY, someone noticed the decor! 😀 I thought it was a nice touch...

        Reply
    4. lindsay says

      January 27, 2012 at 2:52 pm

      i'm a yelpaholic too! lets yelp together.
      And dates are so cheap here. The good kind! i could make these. Not as pretty as your though.
      😉

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:21 am

        sure you could - and they would be pretty too. I'm thinking of a marmite ball next...

        Reply
    5. Wendy says

      January 27, 2012 at 12:23 pm

      Totally making these this weekend. Going to sprout my almonds today. You should checkout anti gravity yoga. CRAZY. http://Www.gravitaspdx.com my new addiction/obsession. See ya soon.

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:29 am

        hope you like them, Wendy! and WOW - Gravitas looks fun, I may work up the nerve to try it sometime 😉 see you soon!

        Reply
    6. curlsz says

      January 27, 2012 at 11:58 am

      I love dates - nature's carmel candy! Trying these tonight!!

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:29 am

        hope you like them!

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        • curlsz says

          January 31, 2012 at 7:30 pm

          really yummy but holy $%# that was messy making them - I definitely need a better food processor too!

        • spabettie says

          February 01, 2012 at 9:48 am

          uh oh... dates can be messy, I guess... I use them so much I don't notice, maybe? was it worth it, did you like the flavor enough? 😀

        • curlsz says

          February 01, 2012 at 11:31 am

          they are good - a bit rich so i brought them to my office where I knew all the sweet tooth hounds would devour. i usually put dates in hot water and puree for baked goods - fantastic

    7. Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

      January 27, 2012 at 11:32 am

      Oh these look gorgeous and delish and stunning photos!

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:29 am

        thanks, Averie!

        Reply
    8. Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says

      January 27, 2012 at 11:29 am

      Oh YUM! I love dates! You know, I've never actually bought tahini? I think I need to change that now.

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:30 am

        yes, you do! although I am making a marmite bite next... 😉

        Reply
    9. Heather (Where's the Beach) says

      January 27, 2012 at 11:10 am

      Oh wow. Those are so elegant! Really need to remember these for a wine tasting party. As always, thank you for your inspiration!

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:30 am

        you are welcome! hope these are a hit at wine tasting - I think they'd be perfect!

        Reply
    10. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says

      January 27, 2012 at 10:45 am

      These things are gorgeous! I've actually somehow avoided buying tahini forever. I really need to buck up though and grab some between these and all the hummus options out there with it.

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      • spabettie says

        January 28, 2012 at 10:31 am

        I use tahini a lot... LOVE it! I hope you make these, I think you'll like them! happy weekend, Gina! <3

        Reply
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