Sesame Date Energy Bites

• 25 g Medjool dates, pitted — Pitted Medjool dates
• 25 g old-fashioned rolled oats — Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 15 g roasted sesame tahini — Tahini from roasted sesame kernels
• 5 g toasted sesame seeds — Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 g ground cardamom — Ground cardamom

Method

1. 1Measure ingredients: Make the date-oat pasteMeasure medjool dates, rolled oats, sesame tahini, and cardamom using the quantities in the ingredient list. Complete any stated draining, chopping, slicing, or drying, and keep these items beside clean equipment.Look for: The named ingredients are measured, prepared, and ready to use.
2. 2Make the date-oat pastePulse the dates, oats, tahini, and cardamom in a food processor for 45 to 60 seconds, stopping once to scrape the bowl.1 minLook for: The mixture forms moist clumps that hold when pinched without becoming oily.Safety: Remove all date pits before processing and unplug the machine before scraping.
3. 3Portion six bitesCompress the mixture into six equal portions.Look for: The portion six bites stage is complete and ready for the next action.
4. 4Roll each between clean palms for about 10 secondsRoll each between clean palms for about 10 seconds.1 min 30 secLook for: Each bite is compact, round, and free of loose crumbs.Safety: Wash and dry hands before shaping.
5. 5Coat and serveSpread the toasted sesame on a small plate and roll every bite until the full 5 g adheres.Look for: Everything is evenly positioned and ready for the next action.
6. 6Serve at onceServe at once or chill in a sealed container.1 minLook for: The sesame forms a thin, even shell around all six bites.Safety: Declare sesame and keep the bites covered to prevent contamination.