I love the savoury flavour of sesame in sweet treats, it adds a gentle Middle Eastern note (baklava anyone!) and tones down the sweetness. Besides, sesame seeds are a real nutrition powerhouse. The seeds may be tiny, but they do pack a punch: Besides fibre and protein, just three tablespoons of these little guys provide as much as 22% of your daily calcium, 25% magnesium, 32% manganese, and 21% of zinc (source). They are also said to lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation, among other benefits. Shall we tuck in?

One cup packed, pitted, chopped dates
One cup oats, preferably ground
2 tbsp cacao
2 tbsp tahini
4 tbsp sesame seeds

Blend the dates in a high-powered blender until you achieve a smooth date paste texture. Add the remaining ingredients, but only 2 tbsp of the sesame seeds and blend to a homegenous dough. Shape into approx. 20 balls, roll in remaining sesame seeds and refrigerate.

Enjoy!

Nat xoxo