These tahini date freezer cups make a really nice treat on warm days when you are craving something cold, but don’t necessarily want ice cream. They take no time at all to defrost, simply take one out whenever you need a little pick-me-up or energy boost.
Every time I post a recipe that includes tahini I still get asked the question ‘what is tahini’? It surprises me because it seems to me that tahini is now everywhere.
So many people on social media use it in both sweet and savoury recipes. It’s become somewhat of a trendy ingredient. That part doesn’t surprise me at all – I have been singing its praises for years. I add it to so many of my recipes – it’s by far one of my all-time favourite foodie ingredients to use, especially in desserts.
Tahini, one of the main ingredients in this recipe, is pure sesame seed paste, which adds a slightly bitter, nutty flavor. Combined with the sweetness of the dates and the properties of coconut oil, mixing these together allows the tahini to harden up in the freezer, becoming a chewier texture that you can enjoy as dessert!
You can make these treats as big or as small as you like. I sometimes use a silicon mould to make mini bites or you can use paper cupcake cases in a regular size cupcake tin. This option will give you 5-6 large cups or 10 mini cups.
These tahini cups are quite rich so the smaller version is perfect for a serving. But either way they are delish! I have probably said this about a million times before and I don’t think I will ever stop saying it – tahini and dates are the best dessert combination EVER!
You will love the toasty tahini flavor and the caramelly date filling. With just a small handful of ingredients, these freezer healthy candies are an easy treat or snack, to keep stashed away for …well, any reason!
It’s a wonderful thing that healthy fats have become popular with the keto movement. No longer is eating a mouthful of fatty goodness frowned upon. After decades of playing the villain, humans once again embraced healthy, real food fats.
Incredibly healthy foods with fats like tahini and coconut oil join forces in these delicious small but mighty treats. No baking or cooking needed, made with wholesome ingredients and so darn simple to make.
Whip up a batch, freeze to harden and they will be ready for you at a moment’s notice. Whether it’s for a pre- or post-workout energy boost, breakfast on-the-go, or to satisfy that 3 o’clock snack craving, these tahini healthy candies are the golden ticket.
Tahini Date Freezer Cups
Ingredients
Date Filling
- 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
Tahini Cups
- 1/2 cup tahini (sesame seed butter) well stirred
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- Place 6 paper liners into a 12-muffin pan. Or use silicon muffin cups or mini ones if preferred. Mash the dates to a smooth paste in a small bowl then fold in the sesame seeds.Mix the tahini and melted coconut oil in a bowl. Spoon about 1/2 tablespoon of the tahini mixture into cupcake moulds, covering the bottom and pushing some up the sides to form a little cup. Then add about 1 teaspoon of the date mixture. Cover with another 1/2 tablespoon of the tahini mixture. If you have mixture left over just divide it up between the cups. Freeze for about an hour, then enjoy!Store in an air-tight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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