Low Fat Sesame Balls
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Fat Sesame Balls, a delightful twist on the classic Asian treat. Made with sweet glutinous rice flour, ground almonds for a nutty surprise, and coated in crunchy sesame seeds, these baked wonders offer all the flavor without the deep-frying. Perfectly portioned into bite-sized servings, they’re easy to prepare with minimal ingredients and just 45 minutes from start to finish. A light mist of canola oil spray ensures a crispy sesame crust while keeping fat content low, making them a healthier alternative for dessert or snacks. Serve these golden gems at room temperature to enjoy their chewy texture and toasty aroma, ideal for afternoon tea or festive gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Sweet glutinous rice flour
- 180 ml Boiling water
- 50 grams Sugar
- 50 grams Ground almonds
- 100 grams Sesame seeds
- Canola oil cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet glutinous rice flour with sugar. Gradually pour in the boiling water, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until a dough begins to form.
Once cool enough to handle, knead the dough in the bowl for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and pliable. If the dough is sticky, lightly dust it with additional rice flour.
Divide the dough into 20 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a small ball about 1 inch in diameter.
Using your thumb, create an indentation in each ball and place about 1/4 teaspoon of ground almonds in the center. Carefully pinch the dough to seal and roll it back into a smooth ball.
Place the sesame seeds in a shallow dish. Roll each filled dough ball in the sesame seeds, pressing gently to adhere as many seeds as possible.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly mist with canola oil cooking spray.
Place the sesame balls on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Lightly spray the top of each sesame ball with the canola oil cooking spray to help them crisp up.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the sesame seeds are golden brown and crisp, rotating the pan halfway through for even baking.
Remove from the oven and allow the sesame balls to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.3 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 794 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
