Tahini Chocolate Protein Balls: A Hormone-Friendly Snack
These Tahini Chocolate Protein Balls are a simple, hormone-friendly snack designed to keep you satisfied, grounded, and energised—without the blood sugar rollercoaster. They’re rich in fibre, protein, and healthy fats, and they’re easy enough to batch-prep on a Sunday for the whole week ahead.
These little bites combine creamy tahini, rolled oats, chia seeds, and protein with a touch of honey and dark chocolate for that perfect mix of nourishment and pleasure. They’re gluten-friendly (using uncontaminated rolled oats), easy to roll, and can live happily in your fridge for days—ready whenever you need a calm, steady snack.
Perfect for Easy Prep and Weekly Snacking
One of the reasons these Tahini Chocolate Protein Balls fit so beautifully into real life is how simple they are to make. There’s no baking, no complicated steps—just stir, roll, chill, and you’re done. This makes them a realistic option for a Sunday reset, nap-time window, or the quiet moment after dinner when you’re already in the kitchen.
Instead of reaching for something ultra-processed that leaves you more wired than nourished, you’ve got a calm, protein-rich snack waiting for you. They’re easy to pop into a container for work, keep on hand between clients, or enjoy with a cup of tea when you feel that familiar afternoon slump creeping in.
Kiddie Approved
These little bites can also work beautifully for kids, especially if you’re wanting to move away from constant packet snacks without creating a battle around food. The flavour feels familiar—chocolatey, slightly sweet, with a soft, chewy texture—so they’re often an easier “yes” than overtly “healthy” options. At the same time, you know they’re getting fibre from the oats and chia, plus protein and healthy fats from the tahini and hemp or protein powder, which can help with more stable energy and fewer meltdowns between meals.
They’re also wonderfully portable: easy to tuck into a lunchbox (adjusting ingredients for school policies where needed), offer after school, or keep in the fridge for growing appetites on busy afternoons. Getting kids involved in rolling the mixture into balls can make them more curious and engaged too—there’s something about helping to make food that often softens resistance to trying it. In that way, these protein balls become more than just a snack; they’re a gentle, practical way to nourish little bodies and nervous systems, while still feeling fun and reassuringly “treat-like.”
And if your still searching for more balanced treats for the kids - try my Cacao Protein Chia Pudding or Easy Prebiotic Banana Pancakes for healthy twists on flavours kids love.
Naturopathic Benefits
Tahini for healthy fats & minerals
Tahini (ground sesame seeds) is rich in healthy fats, plant-based protein, and minerals like calcium and magnesium. These nutrients help support nervous system regulation, muscle relaxation, and hormone production. The healthy fats also slow the release of sugars into the bloodstream, helping you feel fuller and more grounded after eating.
Protein for cravings, mood & energy
The combination of protein powder or hemp seed powder, oats, tahini, and chia provides a meaningful protein boost. Protein helps:Reduce intense sugar cravings
Support stable energy between meals
Provide building blocks for neurotransmitters involved in mood, focus, and sleep
Fibre for gut & hormone health
Rolled oats and chia seeds add soluble and insoluble fibre, helping with bowel regularity and supporting a healthy gut microbiome. A well-functioning gut is essential for hormone metabolism and detoxification, especially for oestrogen balance.
You don’t need a perfect diet to support your hormones—you need consistent, kind choices that meet you where you are. These Tahini Chocolate Protein Balls are one of those small, realistic steps: a snack that feels like a treat, but quietly supports blood sugar, mood, and menstrual health in the background.
Ingredients
1.5 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup tahini
3 tbsp honey
1tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup or 1/2 chocolate bar, chopped
3 tbsp hemp seed powder or 2 scoops neutral/vanilla protein powder
1-2 tbsp milk of choice
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix together tahini, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, salt and the protein powder/hemp seed powder. Stir to combine
Add in chia seeds, oats and chocolate. Mix thoroughly.
Add in your milk of choice 1 tablespoon at a time until everything comes together in a stick ball.
With wet hands, roll the mixture into balls and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
This recipe is perfect for those who struggle with:
not getting enough fibre
meeting daily protein requirements
chronic constipation
insulin resistance
type 2 diabetes
mood swings
erratic emotions
diarrhoea
inflammatory conditions
autoimmune conditions
recovering after one or multiple courses of antibiotics
intestinal dysbiosis
leaky gut
high cholesterol
IBS
SIBO
fatigue or low energy
low butyrate production
Or those just looking to boost their nutrient intake and diversify their diet! This recipe is a supportive dietary addition and not a cure for any specific condition. It should be part of a holistic approach that may include other dietary changes, lifestyle modifications and/or medical treatment as recommended by a qualified healthcare professional.
