Tahini bliss balls

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Combining tahini with dried fruit and seeds, these high-fibre bliss balls are a healthier treat when you're after something sweet.

Serves: 30

Time to make: 20 mins , plus chilling time

Hands-on time: 20 mins

Ingredients

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1 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, currants, or chopped figs or apricots
½ cup LSA or ground seed mix (see tips)
4 tablespoons maple, agave or brown rice syrup
½ cup nut butter, such as almond or peanut
½ cup sesame seeds, plus 1/3 cup extra to coat
4 tablespoons tahini

Instructions

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1 Put all the ingredients except the 1/3 cup sesame seeds for coating in a food processor. Blend until fine and paste-like.

2 Using lightly oiled hands, roll the mixture into walnut-size balls, then roll in the extra sesame seeds. Chill for at least 15 min to firm up. Store in a covered container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

HFG tip

LSA is a mix of ground linseeds, sunflower seeds and almonds.

Experiment with different coatings – try finely chopped almonds or pistachios; desiccated coconut; or cocoa powder. Wrap in cellophane or place in a box for a special gift.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 121 cal

Kilojoules 506 kJ

Protein 3.9 g

Total fat 9.1 g

Saturated fat 1.2 g

Carbohydrates 4.9 g

Sugar 4.6 g

Dietary fibre 2.1 g

Sodium 0 mg

Calcium 88 mg

Iron 1.4 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.