Matcha Latte No Bake Energy Ball

Energy boosting snack? Check. Balanced and anti inflammatory snack? That too! Made with real ingredients, these power balls are the perfect snack when you need an energy boost. Plus, they're easy to make.

 
Bright green bliss balls scattered on a light gray background with shredded coconut sprinkled on top of energy bites..
 

These matcha balls taste like a matcha sugar cookie dough, and similar to a good matcha latte. I love making homemade matcha lattes with coconut milk and honey, so I’ve translated that into this recipe. I was heavy handed with the matcha for a stronger flavor, but you can adjust the amount based on your preferences. Start with half the amount first and taste test before adding more.

This was my first time ‘baking’ with matcha powder and I was surprised how easy it was and how great these energy bites tasted. I’ve only ever had matcha lattes and haven’t tried matcha desserts like matcha ice cream, matcha cookies or matcha cakes. If you like the flavor of matcha in lattes, then you’ll really love these no bake bliss balls.

This would be a great Mediterranean Diet snack or dessert idea. There’s a bit of caffeine in them from the green tea, so I’d recommend enjoying these earlier in the day, when you want a little pick-me-up. These little bliss balls are packed with nourishing plant based nutrients, and help to stabilize your blood sugar. These energy bites have no dates, no peanut butter, and are gluten free and dairy free.

What is matcha?

Matcha powder is ground green tea leaves. Matcha powder tastes like green tea, but a bit more intense. It has a grassy flavor that matches its vibrant, deep green color.

Is matcha healthy?

Matcha provides all of the health benefits of drinking green tea, but even more potent. Matcha helps to boost energy and alertness with caffeine, but can have a gentler affect than coffee. In green tea (and matcha) the caffeine is balanced with L-theanine (which has a more calming affect). It’s also high in anti inflammatory and cancer fighting substances like chlorophyl, anti oxidants (flavonoids, polyphenols) and phytonutrients.

Recipe

Makes 12-14 balls depending on size

Ingredients

  • 1/2-1 tsp matcha powder (organic, ceremonial grade)

  • 1/2 cup raw cashews

  • 1 tbsp raw honey

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/8 tsp fine sea salt

  • 1/2 tsp unrefined coconut oil

  • 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp oat flour

Directions

  1. Blend raw cashews and coconut oil in a food processor until it makes a paste. Scrape sides as needed. It takes about 2 minutes.

  2. Add honey, vanilla and sea salt until well mixed.

  3. Add matcha powder and oat flour, and blend, scrape sides as needed.

  4. Form mixture into balls with 1 tsp of mixture each, place on parchment. I topped them with unsweetened shredded coconut, but it’s optional.

  5. Allow to set for about an hour, then enjoy! These are perfect for a sweet treat after lunch to beat that afternoon slump.

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Resources

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/7-benefits-of-matcha-tea#The-bottom-line

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