These vegan matcha energy balls are made with soft dates, almond flour, coconut, and matcha green tea powder. They're sweet, slightly earthy, and have a soft, chewy texture, with a little extra protein from vanilla protein powder.
They're easy to make in a food processor and handy to keep in the fridge for when you fancy a little snack. If you love homemade snacks, you might also enjoy my chocolate date caramel protein bars!
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⚡ Matcha Energy Balls Overview
These no-bake matcha energy balls come together with just a handful of ingredients and a food processor. Simply blend everything into a sticky mixture, chill, then roll into bite-sized balls.
The recipe makes around 10 energy balls and takes 15 minutes to prepare, plus 1 hour of chilling time. There's no cooking involved, making them a great little make-ahead snack.
Key Ingredients
You only need a few ingredients for this recipe. Here's what you need to know:
- Matcha powder: Gives the energy balls their vibrant green color and distinctive earthy flavor. I recommend a good-quality culinary-grade matcha. You can also dust the finished balls with a little extra matcha if you enjoy its slightly bitter taste.
- Soft dates: Medjool dates work particularly well because they're soft and sticky, helping the mixture hold together. If you're using firmer, dried dates, soak them in warm water for 15 minutes before blending.
- Almond flour & coconut: Almond flour creates a soft, slightly nutty base, while desiccated coconut adds flavor and texture. Coconut oil helps bind the mixture together as it chills.
- Vegan protein powder: I use vanilla protein powder, but unflavored or matcha-flavored varieties work too. Avoid strongly flavored protein powders that might overpower the matcha.
You'll also need a little water to bring the mixture together.
Find the full ingredient list and measurements in the recipe card below.
How to Make Matcha Energy Balls
These vegan energy balls come together in four simple steps.
Step 1: Blend the Ingredients
Add the almond flour, coconut oil, desiccated coconut, matcha powder, vegan protein powder, and pitted dates to a food processor.
Blend until the dates are broken down and everything starts coming together into a thick mixture.
Step 2: Add Water
With the food processor running, gradually add 2–3 tablespoons of water until the mixture becomes smooth and sticky.
It should be soft enough to roll into balls but not overly wet.
Step 3: Chill the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This helps it firm up and makes the energy balls easier to shape.
Step 4: Roll & Dust
Use a teaspoon to scoop out portions of the chilled mixture, then roll them between your hands to form small balls.
Dust with a little extra matcha powder if you like, and they're ready to enjoy!
The process of making these vegan Matcha Energy Balls is fairly simple:
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💡 Recipe Tips & Variations
- Use soft dates. If your dates are too firm, soak them in warm water for 15 minutes and drain well before blending. This makes it easier to create a smooth, sticky mixture.
- Adjust the water gradually. Start with 2 tablespoons and only add more if needed. The mixture should hold together when pressed between your fingers.
- Try different protein powders. Vanilla, unflavored, or matcha protein powder all work well. Bear in mind that different powders absorb different amounts of liquid, so you may need to adjust the water slightly.
- Go easy on the matcha coating. Matcha has a naturally bitter flavor, so a light dusting is usually enough. You can also roll the balls in desiccated coconut for a milder finish.
- Use a stick blender if needed. I've also made these with a stick blender and a tall container, although a food processor is generally easier for thick mixtures like this.
Storage
Keep your matcha energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge. They hold their shape best when chilled and are handy for preparing snacks ahead of time.
For longer storage, you can freeze them in a freezer-safe container and let them thaw in the fridge before serving.
💭 Matcha Energy Balls FAQs
Yes, although the texture may be slightly different. You can try replacing the protein powder with additional almond flour, adding just enough water to create a mixture that holds together.
A good-quality culinary-grade matcha works well for this recipe. It has a noticeable green tea flavor without needing to use expensive ceremonial-grade matcha. Look for a vibrant green powder with a fresh, grassy aroma.
The mixture might be too dry, especially if you're using firmer dates or a particularly absorbent protein powder. Try blending it a little longer and adding water gradually until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
❤️ More Vegan Snacks to Try
If you enjoyed these matcha energy balls, here are a few more easy snack recipes from the blog:
- Snickers Protein Balls – Chocolatey date and nut balls with a creamy peanut butter center.
- Turmeric Energy Balls – No-bake snack balls made with apricots, cashews, coconut, and turmeric.
- Frozen Yogurt Protein Bars – Easy frozen yogurt bars made with just three ingredients.
- Vegan Matcha Cookies – Soft, chewy cookies with matcha and vegan white chocolate.
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📖 Recipe Card
Vegan Matcha Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour (120g)
- 2 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon desiccated coconut
- 2 teaspoon matcha powder plus extra for the coating
- 2 tablespoon vegan protein powder vanilla flavoured
- 5 whole Medjool dates pitted and roughly chopped
- 2-3 tablespoon filtered water
Instructions
- Add the almond flour, coconut oil, coconut, matcha, protein powder and dates to a food processor (alternatively use a stick blender and a high container)
- Blend the ingredients until the dates become a paste, then slowly add the water in.
- Blend until you receive a smooth paste, transfer into a bowl and set into the fridge for a minimum of 1 hour.
- After 1 hour use a teaspoon and your hands to form the bliss balls. Dust them with a little matcha – ready!
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