Matcha Protein Balls
These high protein matcha energy balls are the most tasty, easy, post-workout snack or treat! Made with 5 simple ingredients, they are gluten-free, refined sugar-free, paleo, and can be made vegan, too!
Ingredients
Protein balls
- 1 tbsp Matcha *You can use less if you find Matcha to be strong!
- 1/2 cup runny Nut butter (cashew, almond, or granola butter for nut-free) *see notes
- 1/4 cup Almond flour *could also use 2-3 tbsp oat flour, as needed
- 1/3 cup Plant-based Protein powder
- 3-4 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract & pinch of sea salt
- plant-based milk, IF NEEDED
Coating
- 1 cup white chocolate
- 2 tsp coconut oil (if needed to thin the chocolate)
- chopped pistachios for topping *optional!
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients until dough forms. Taste & adjust as you'd like! You can add more matcha or an extra tbsp of sweetener, if needed. If your dough is dry for some reason, add a 1 tbsp milk until the dough holds together without being sticky.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Melt the white chocolate in a small bowl (or the same bowl, just give it a quick wash and dry).
- Dip each ball, then return to the baking sheet or plate. I like to top mine with chopped pistachios for crunch!
- Place them in the freezer to firm up, at least 3-4 hours for the best texture!
- Store in an air-tight container in the freezer!
Notes
*It's important to use a runny almond or cashew butter (or sunflower butter or granola butter for nut-free). If the peanut butter is super thick and the oil is separated, it might create a dry dough. I love Trader Joes peanut butter or Kirkland!