Rye Free Smoky Paprika & Turmeric Tahini Bites

Total time45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

Rye Free Smoky Paprika & Turmeric Tahini Bites

These little no-bake bites pack a serious flavor punch, layering smoky paprika, warm turmeric, and earthy cumin into every single bite. The tahini acts as the binding hero here, giving each ball a rich, nutty depth that pairs beautifully with the gentle sweetness of honey. Rolled oats and ground flaxseed provide the structure, making these a satisfying snack that feels far more indulgent than the ingredient list suggests. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities around rye specifically, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is straightforwardly rye-free, with no hidden grains or ambiguous flours to second-guess. Rolling them in sesame seeds before chilling adds a subtle crunch and a toasty finish that takes the whole thing up a notch. A quick 30 minutes in the refrigerator is all it takes to go from sticky dough to firm, snackable bites you can grab straight from the fridge. They're the kind of thing you'll want to keep stashed at all times.

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Ingredients

12 servings

1 cup rolled oats
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½ cup tahini
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp ground black pepper
¼ tsp fine sea salt
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1–2 tbsp water, as needed

For serving

2 tbsp sesame seeds, for rolling (optional)

Instructions

1
Add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cumin, black pepper, and sea salt to a large mixing bowl and stir until the spices are evenly distributed through the oats.
2
Add the tahini, honey, and olive oil to the bowl and stir until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms. If the mixture is too dry to hold together when pressed, add water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing after each addition, until the dough holds its shape when squeezed.

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