Matcha Coconut Energy Bites

Matcha coconut energy bites. These easy energy bites are made vegan and gluten-free with just a few pantry ingredients. They're perfect for a quick, healthy and energizing snack.

prep time

15 minutes

cook time

servings

12
matcha coconut energy bites on a plate

Matcha coconut energy bites. These easy energy bites are made vegan and gluten-free with just a few pantry ingredients. Plus, there’s no food processor needed!

matcha coconut energy bites on a plate

If you’re looking for a sweet snack to give you energy, look no further. These little bites contain a good balance of carbs and protein to keep your energy levels steady, plus a little caffeine boost from the matcha. Oats and maple syrup offer some carbs, while the almond flour and cashew butter give these bites plant-based protein and healthy fats.

The best part? These little bites have a flavor similar to matcha cookies.

What you need: Cashew butter, maple syrup, almond flour, coconut flour, oat flour, shredded coconut, matcha, vanilla extract and salt.

How to Make Matcha Coconut Energy Bites

Start by combining the cashew butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Stir until you get a creamy and smooth mixture.

Next, add the almond flour, coconut flour, oat flour, matcha and salt. Stir everything together until combined. The mixture should stick together and should be easy to form into little balls. Roll each ball in shredded coconut to coat.

energy bites ingredients in measuring cups
energy bite mixture in a mixing bowl

How to Store Matcha Coconut Energy Bites

This recipe is best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can also be stored in the freezer for longer. They can be eaten straight from the freezer like most energy bites, but will be harder.

Tips to Help you Make the Best Energy Bites

  • Don’t change the flours in this recipe. They each serve a specific purpose and using different flours will affect the texture. For example, coconut flour absorbs a lot of liquid and using more will make the energy bites dry.
  • If the bites are too sticky, add more coconut flour, no more than 1 tablespoon at a time. If they’re too dry, add more cashew butter or maple syrup (avoid adding too much) as needed.
  • Use ceremonial matcha for the best flavor and color. You can use other matcha powders, but the bites will be a light brown and might have a stronger flavor that’s not for everyone.
  • I highly recommend using cashew butter in this recipe. Cashew butter gives these bites a subtle cookie-like flavor. Other nut or seed butters might add an overpowering flavor to this recipe, especially peanut butter, which I strongly discourage using.

More Energy Bite Recipes:

And if you’re looking for more matcha recipes, check out my vegan matcha sugar cookies, pumpkin spice matcha latte, mint matcha latte, Blender Oat Milk Matcha Latte and Coconut Blender Matcha.

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Matcha Coconut Energy Bites

Matcha coconut energy bites. These easy energy bites are made vegan and gluten-free with just a few pantry ingredients. They're perfect for a quick, healthy and energizing snack.
Course Snack
Cuisine gluten-free, vegan
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup cashew butter, smooth
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 3/4 cup oat flour
  • 4 tablespoons coconut flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon matcha powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut, or more as needed (optional)

Instructions

  • Add the cashew butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl. Stir until smooth.
  • Add the almond flour, oat flour, coconut flour, matcha and salt. Stir until combined.
  • Form 12 balls with the dough. Roll each ball in shredded coconut. Enjoy!

Notes

Don’t change the flours in this recipe. They each serve a specific purpose and using different flours will affect the texture. 
If the bites are too sticky, add more coconut flour, no more than 1 tablespoon at a time. If they’re too dry, add more cashew butter or maple syrup (avoid adding too much) as needed.
Use ceremonial matcha for the best flavor and color. Non-ceremonial matcha works, but will result in light-brown energy bites with a subtle grass-like flavor.
I highly recommend using cashew butter in this recipe. Other nut or seed butters might add an overpowering flavor.
Store the matcha energy bites in an airtight container in the fridge. You can also keep them in the freezer for longer. They can be eaten straight from the freezer, but will be harder.

If you make these matcha coconut energy bites, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys. And of course, if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!


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Comments

4 responses to “Matcha Coconut Energy Bites”

  1. Marjorie Shaw Avatar
    Marjorie Shaw

    Hi Caroline, I would be interested in making this recipe but was wondering where I could buy matcha powder.

    1. Nourished by Caroline Avatar

      Hi Marjorie, matcha can be found at most health food stores here in Canada in the tea/coffee section. You can also find it online. I know Amazon has a few options. I hope this helps and I hope you’ll enjoy the recipe!

  2. Dre Avatar
    Dre

    5 stars
    Made these today and they did not disappoint. Nice sweet treat without all the sugar and preservatives. Thanks for posting. Will make again and again.

    1. Nourished by Caroline Avatar

      You’re welcome! I’m so happy that you enjoyed them. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! 🙂

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