No-Bake Matcha Pistaschio Energy Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Matcha Pistachio Energy Bites feature a zesty blend of matcha, pistachios, almond butter, coconut, and dried apricots. High in fiber and protein, they are the ultimate snack for a natural energy boost. They are naturally green, so perfect for St. Patrick's Day and are vegan, gluten-free and Weight Watchers friendly!
Servings 24 bites
Calories 102kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup almond butter
- 3 tablespoon agave syrup or substitute (4 tablespoons liquid honey)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoon matcha powder Culinary or Ceremonial Grade
- 4 tablespoon warm water (and more as needed)
- 1 cup quick oats gluten-free
- ⅔ cup unsweetened coconut
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup ground pistachios
- ¼ cup finely chopped dried apricots
Optional Garnish
- matcha Ceremonial Grade
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoon of water with 3 tablespoon of matcha powder3 tablespoon matcha powder, 4 tablespoon warm water
- In a large mixing bowl, mix almond butter, agave, vanilla, agave syrup, vanilla extract, coconut, chia, dried apricots, quick oats, ground pistachios.½ cup almond butter, 3 tablespoon agave syrup or substitute (4 tablespoons liquid honey), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup quick oats, ⅔ cup unsweetened coconut, ½ cup chia seeds, ¼ cup ground pistachios, ¼ cup finely chopped dried apricots
- Mix in the match water mixture.
- Lay parchment paper on a cookie sheet. Shape into 1- 1 ½ -inch balls and space apart on cookie sheet. ** I find it helpful to wet my hands when I am forming the mixture into balls.
- Freeze for 4-6 hours or overnight.
Optional Garnish
- Mix 1:1 mixture of match powder and powdered sugar and roll energy balls in it (about 2 tablespoon of each).powdered sugar, matcha
Notes
*NOTE:
These aren't very sweet, so if you like them sweeter, use sweetened coconut or add more agave.
Expert Recipe Tips:
- The Stickiness Secret: If your coating is just bouncing off the bites, dampen your palms with a tiny bit of water before rolling. This "reactivates" the stickiness on the surface.
- The "Whimsical" Drizzle: For a professional look, drizzle a few lines of melted white chocolate over the finished bites. The white against the green looks beautiful and artisanal.
- Light Sensitivity: To keep that beautiful "Shamrock" green from fading, store these in an opaque container in the back of the fridge. You may need to give them a quick roll in the coating again, just before serving.
- Nut-Free: To make these school-safe, substitute the almond butter for sunflower seed butter (SunButter) or SoyNut butter. Replace the chopped pistachios with hemp hearts or extra shredded coconut for that same great crunch.
Protein Boost: To turn these into a post-workout snack, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the mix. If the dough becomes too dry, simply add an extra tablespoon of warm water or milk. - The "Matcha Latte" Twist: Fold in 2 tablespoons of mini white chocolate chips. The creaminess of the white chocolate perfectly balances the earthy notes of the matcha for a decadent-tasting treat.
- Sweetener Swaps: I use agave to keep these vegan, but you can easily substitute liquid honey or maple syrup. If you are looking to lower the sugar, you can use a sugar-free maple syrup or a dash of monk fruit drops.
- Different Fruit: If you don't have dried apricots, dried mango or golden raisins work beautifully. I recommend using light-colored dried fruits to ensure the vibrant green color of the matcha stays the star of the show!
- Minty "Shamrock" Bites: For a refreshing twist, add ¼ teaspoon of peppermint extract to the almond butter mixture. Matcha and mint are a spectacular flavor combination for St. Patrick's Day.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bite | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 146IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg
