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Coconut Matcha Energy Balls are a speedy, wholesome bite packed with coconut and matcha goodness. These treats contain no dairy or gluten and work great for paleo fans. They take just 5 minutes to throw together with zero oven time, making them a totally guilt-free snack!
What Makes These Balls Special
These energy balls are super easy, good for you, and give you a nice little matcha energy kick. They're just what you need when the afternoon slump hits or when you want something sweet after dinner. Since there's no baking involved, they're a breeze to make and you can tweak them however you like.
Ingredients for Matcha Balls
- Ingredient: 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- Ingredient: 1/2 cup almond flour
- Ingredient: 2-3 tbsp maple syrup (use more or less as you like)
- Ingredient: 1 tbsp coconut oil (change amount based on how sweet you want them)
- Ingredient: 1 tsp matcha green tea powder
How To Make Them
- Mix Everything
- Throw the unsweetened coconut, almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, and matcha powder into your food processor.
- Process
- Give it all a good whirl until everything's mixed together well, making sure to scrape down the sides so everything gets blended.
- Shape The Balls
- Take the mixture and roll it into small 1-inch balls using your hands or a spoon.
- Eat Up
- Munch on them right away or save them for later.
Add Your Own Twist
Roll the balls in some extra coconut for more sweetness or add a dash of cinnamon if you want a bit of spice. If you're watching carbs, swap out the maple syrup for a zero-sugar liquid sweetener and make sure you're using unsweetened coconut.
Keeping Them Fresh
Put your energy balls in a sealed container in the fridge to keep them fresh. They'll stay good for about a week. Don't try freezing them though—it messes up how they feel and they won't taste as good.
Extra Add-Ons And Changes
Coat the balls with more shredded coconut or dust them lightly with some matcha powder to make them look and taste even better. You can also try mixing in a tiny bit of salt, some chia seeds, or broken-up nuts for extra crunch and nutrients.
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Great For Keto And Paleo Plans
These energy balls can work great if you're doing low-carb or keto. Just use a sweetener with no sugar instead of maple syrup and check that all your ingredients fit with what you can eat on your plan.
Tricks For The Best Balls
Make them as sweet as you like by playing with the amount of maple syrup. Be sure to mix everything really well so your balls hold together nicely. If they're too sticky when you're rolling them, just add a bit more almond flour.
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Energizing Grab-and-Go Treat
These Coconut Matcha Energy Balls are just what you need when you're running out the door. They're full of bright flavors and good-for-you stuff, giving you all the perks of matcha while fixing your sweet tooth cravings.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What matcha works best?
Culinary type is fine. Stronger green tea flavors come from higher grade matcha.
- → Why won't they hold together?
Mix in a hint more maple syrup or some coconut oil to fix the texture.
- → How long will they last?
Keep 'em chilled in the fridge for around a week. Freeze them for longer storage time.
- → Raw vs toasted coconut?
Raw gives a softer feel, while toasted amps up nuttiness.
- → Can maple syrup be swapped?
You can use honey or agave instead. Tweak the amount to taste for the right consistency.