Fig, date and tahini snack Calories

Blend chopped dried figs and dates with tahini until the mixture clumps, then shape it into small bites. If it is too dry, add a little water; if it is sticky, mix in a small amount of oats.

A homemade version can be made without added sugar because dried figs and dates provide the sweetness. Recipes and packaged versions vary, so added sweeteners are not automatically absent just because the snack contains dried fruit.

It usually falls apart because the dried fruit is too dry or there is not enough tahini to bind it. Blend the mixture more thoroughly and add tahini a little at a time until it holds its shape when pressed.

Yes. Use almond butter or peanut butter as a binder, though the flavor will no longer have tahini’s sesame taste. For a sesame-free option, choose a seed or nut butter that contains no sesame.

Keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and aim to eat it within about a week. Use clean hands or utensils when serving, and discard it if you notice an unusual smell, appearance or texture.

Yes. Freeze the pieces in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container so they do not stick together. Thaw only the amount you want in the refrigerator before eating.

No, it is better described as a modern no-bake snack than as a single, established traditional Turkish dessert. Its ingredients are familiar in the region, but recipes and names vary from household to household.

It pairs well with plain yogurt, fresh fruit or unsweetened tea, which balance its rich, sweet flavor. For a more filling snack, serve it alongside yogurt rather than adding more dried fruit or sweet foods.

It can work as a pre-workout snack because dried figs and dates provide carbohydrates, while tahini makes it more substantial. Have it early enough to feel comfortable during exercise, since its dense texture may not suit everyone right before training.