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Date and Walnut Energy Bites — An Iron- and Energy-Friendly Natural Snack for Breastfeeding Mothers
No-bake energy bites made with pitted dates, walnuts and tahini; an iron- and energy-friendly, naturally sweet snack for breastfeeding mothers. A few filling bites ready in the fridge for busy days.
⚠️ Contains allergens: nuts, sesame
Ingredients
- 12 pieces (≈180 g) Pitted dates
- 1 cup (≈90 g) Walnut halves
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Desiccated coconut (for coating)
Directions
- 1
If the dates are firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat them dry well.
- 2
Pulse the walnuts in a food processor until coarse crumbs form; set aside about one tablespoon for garnish.
- 3
Add the dates, tahini, unsweetened cocoa, ground cinnamon and flaxseed to the processor and blend until you have a sticky, dough-like mixture.
- 4
If the mixture is too wet, add the reserved walnut crumbs; if it is too dry, add a few drops of water to adjust the texture.
- 5
With slightly damp hands, roll the mixture into walnut-sized balls (about 16).
- 6
Roll the balls in the desiccated coconut; chill them in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to firm up and store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Dates are a valuable fruit for natural energy, iron and fiber, and they make a lovely base for a practical snack on busy days. Walnuts add plant-based omega-3, protein and healthy fats for a more filling bite, while tahini contributes sesame-based iron and calcium. Having iron, protein and fiber together can support the balanced nutrition of breastfeeding mothers and may help you feel full for longer.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko, we care about practical and satisfying snacks during the breastfeeding period; you can keep these bites in an airtight container in the fridge and have them on hand during busy days. If you like, you can replace some of the walnuts with almonds or hazelnuts. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes; please make your nutrition and health decisions in consultation with your doctor.
Nutrition per serving
105
kcal
3 g
protein
11 g
carbs
7 g
fat
2 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.
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