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Fig and Sesame Bliss Bites

CRCara Rosenbloom
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Photo: Any Lane

Written in 2016, 10 years ago. Food science changes, so check newer advice before you change your routine.

Nutritional Balance

Balanced Meal Nutrition Profile

Estimated nutrient density and satiety balance per serving against daily wellness targets.

  1. Dietary Fiber SupportDigestive wellness 38% daily goal
  2. Satiety DurationFullness without crashes 4.5 hours
  3. Blood Sugar StabilityLow glycemic curve Steady curve
  4. Prep SimplicityWeeknight ease Practical prep

Source: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health & USDA Dietary Guidelines.

Fig and Sesame Bliss Bites

Sweet and chewy, these tasty bites are a satisfying on-the-go snack that could double as dessert. Tahini and toasted sesame seeds provide a contrast of smoothness and crunchiness, while figs add a burst of sweetness.

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Developed by Cara Rosenbloom, RD

Ingredients

  • [30 grams] ¼ cup sesame seeds
  • [70 grams] ½ cup dried Mission figs, chopped into ¼-inch pieces
  • [95 grams] 1 cup rolled oats
  • [130 grams] ½ cup smooth almond butter
  • [50 grams] 2 tablespoons tahini
  • [60 grams] 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
  • [<1 gram] ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • [15 grams] 2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk

Directions

  1. Line the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a 6-inch skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally with a spatula until lightly browned. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine sesame seeds, figs, oats, almond butter, tahini, honey, cinnamon and dry milk. Using a large spoon, stir until all ingredients are combined.
  3. Measure a tablespoon-sized portion and roll it between hands to make a 1½-inch ball. Place ball on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture to create 14 balls.
  4. Place baking sheet in the freezer for 2 hours until balls are frozen, then store in a freezer-safe container.
  5. Enjoy frozen or at room temperature. Serves 14.

Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1 bite (30 grams)

CALORIES 147; TOTAL FAT 9g; SAT. FAT 1g; CHOL. 0mg; SODIUM 32mg; CARB. 15g; FIBER 2g; SUGARS 7g; PROTEIN 4g; POTASSIUM N/A; PHOSPHORUS N/A

Note: Nutrition information for potassium and phosphorus in sesame seeds not available.

Cara Rosenbloom

Cara Rosenbloom, RD, is the president of Words to Eat By, a Toronto-based nutrition communications company specializing in public relations, writing and nutrition education. Read her blog and connect with her on Facebook and Twitter.