No-bake blend of matcha, coconut, oats, and nut butter for a quick, wholesome energizing bite.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling
03 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/3 cup nut butter such as almond or cashew
06 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
08 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, shredded coconut, matcha powder, and sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
02 - Add nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix with a spatula or hands until a sticky dough forms.
03 - Fold in mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or seeds if using.
04 - Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining mixture to create 16 balls.
05 - Roll each energy ball in extra shredded coconut until fully coated.
06 - Place coated balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
