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Published: May 26, 2021 · Modified: Nov 12, 2023

Black Sesame Protein Balls (Healthy 5-Ingredient Energy Bites)

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Gluten Free
Vegan
Low Carb
Under 100 Calories

Here is an asian-inspired protein ball recipe that incorporates one of my favorite flavors: BLACK SESAME! Made with just 5 ingredients and prepared in under 10 minutes, these black sesame protein balls recipe is everything you want in a quick and easy (and healthy) snack recipe that's low carb and high in protein!

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Did you know?

Sesame seed is one of the oldest known cultivated plants in the world. This seed was first identified in Babylon and Assyria some 4000 years ago, and apparently, it was so highly prized that it served as a symbol of immortality in Hindu legend!

Sesame seeds have a mild but sweet flavor accompanied by nutty endnotes when consumed. The best part is its health benefits. For example, sesame seeds are rich in several nutrients, namely protein, fiber, healthy fats, calcium, vitamins B and E, and antioxidants. The protein and calcium support muscle and growth, whilst the vitamins in sesame seeds help protect your body from the damage of free radicals. Healthy fats help to lower your blood pressure and cholesterol – promoting overall heart health. 

More reasons to love this recipe

  • Easy to make (just 6 ingredients!)
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Gluten-free
  • Full of fiber and nutritious!
  • A perfect healthy treat
  • That beautiful black color is to die for!
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Ingredients used to make this

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  • Applesauce – preferably unsweetened, like this one
  • Protein Powder - You can use any protein powder for this. I used a vanilla plant-based protein powder.
  • Coconut Flour - you can use any brand of coconut flour for this recipe.
  • Black Sesame - this has to be ground before using. You can do this either by using a mortar and pestle or by blending it in a spice grinder or mini blender.
  • Melted white chocolate chips (for the deco) - I used regular white chocolate chips, but you can also use white candy melts or almond bark. I also like using this stevia sweetened brand if you want an lower-carb/lower sugar diet-friendly option
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Low Sugar White Chocolate Chips

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How to Make

  • Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Add more coconut flour if the dough is too soft, add a teaspoon or more of water or milk of choice if the dough is too thick*
  • Roll the dough into tablespoon sized balls, and refrigerate 15 minutes to help set

Recipe Variations and Optional Add Ins:

  • Feel free to experiment with natural flavoring / extracts. Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract (I didn't feel like it was essential so I left it out in this recipe), or vanilla bean paste
  • Coat these in melted white chocolate to turn these into truffles
  • Add ½ tsp of matcha powder to make them green!
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How to Make this Healthier

  • Make this even healthier by adding a handful of nuts, seeds and old-fashioned oats to add texture and nutrition. Even better, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed, hemp seeds, or chia seeds.

How to Store

  • Store these protein balls covered in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
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*More protein ball recipes here!

Final Tips

  • Coconut flour and protein powders are all very different depending on brands, so if you find that the dough is too soft, add more coconut flour; if the dough is too thick, add a teaspoon or more of water, honey or liquid sweetener of choice.
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Black Sesame Protein Balls (Healthy 5-Ingredient Energy Bites)

Black Sesame Protein Balls

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makes 5 protein balls
4.78 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 5 servings
Calories 63 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup vanilla protein powder*
  • 2-3 Tbsp coconut flour
  • 3 Tbsp ground black sesame seeds
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar of choice**
  • 2 Tbsp melted white chocolate chips or candy melts

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Add more coconut flour if the dough is too soft, add a teaspoon or more of water or milk of choice if the dough is too thick*
  • Roll the dough into tablespoon sized balls, and refrigerate 15 minutes to help set
  • Melt white chocolate chips by microwaving them in 15 second blasts. Drizzle onto the protein balls. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top

Notes

*I used a plant-based protein powder. Whey protein powder also works, but the result was gummier.
**I like using light-colored sweeteners such as honey-powder in this recipe because it doesn’t affect the color of the final product. Coconut, date, or raw/turbinado sugar are less processed, more natural granulated sugars, but it could make the recipe slightly darker. For the low carb option reflected in the nutrition facts, use a sugar-free substitute such as monk fruit sweetener or stevia powder (but be sure to convert the amount of stevia according to package directions)

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mgZinc: 1mg***Net Carbs: 3g
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  1. Annie says

    January 21, 2022 at 6:40 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Bora,
    I tried this out and wow. I would have never thought to use applesauce. I didn't have any protein powder, so substituted with some cacao powder instead, and increased the amount of coconut flour. It turned out delicious! Can't wait to try it using protein powder. I love black sesame and would love to learn to make a paleo black sesame mochi.

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    • All Purpose Veggies says

      January 23, 2022 at 8:33 pm

      Thank you Annie! I'm so glad this recipe worked out for you. Black sesame is one of my favorite flavors, too. I'm always looking for more ways to use them 🙂

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