Description
These Delicious Matcha Coconut Protein Balls are a quick and nutritious snack, perfect for an energy boost. Combining the earthy flavors of matcha powder with the richness of almond butter and coconut, these no-bake protein balls are easy to prepare and ideal for on-the-go nutrition.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Flour (can use coconut flour as a substitute)
- 1 scoop Protein Powder (extra almond flour can be used as a substitute)
- 2 tbsp Matcha Powder (increase quantity for bolder taste)
- 1 cup Shredded Coconut (reduce syrup if using sweetened coconut)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1/2 cup Almond Butter (any nut or seed butter works as a substitute)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (using pure vanilla gives the best results)
- 1-2 tbsp Milk (add if dough is too dry)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together almond flour, protein powder, matcha powder, and shredded coconut until well-blended.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add in the maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract, stirring until a soft, sticky dough forms.
- Adjust Consistency: If the dough feels too dry, gradually add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to reach the desired texture for rolling.
- Form Balls: Scoop out the dough and roll it into 1-inch balls between your palms for uniform size.
- Chill: Place the formed balls on a plate and refrigerate for about 10 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour with coconut flour for a different texture and flavor.
- If you don’t have protein powder, increase almond flour to maintain the right consistency.
- Adjust matcha powder quantity based on your preferred intensity of green tea flavor.
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut if you want to control sweetness more precisely.
- Any nut or seed butter like peanut or cashew butter can replace almond butter.
- Add milk gradually to avoid making the dough too wet.
- Store the protein balls in the refrigerator in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to one week.
