Looking for a healthy, no-bake snack that delivers flavor and fuel? These Matcha Energy Protein Balls are nutty, lightly sweet, and packed with green tea goodness — plus 9 grams of protein in every bite. Made with almond butter, rolled oats, chia seeds, and matcha, they come together in about 10 minutes. Perfect as a grab-and-go breakfast, pre- or post-workout snack, or a fun little bite to tuck into lunchboxes.
I started making these No-Bake Matcha Energy Protein Balls when I was looking for fun, easy ways to bring more matcha into my everyday routine. I’ve always loved the slightly sweet, earthy flavor of matcha, and pairing it with oats, almond butter, and a little protein powder felt like the perfect balance of tasty and nourishing. Now, I keep a batch in the fridge most weeks because they’re just so convenient, whether I need a quick morning boost, a little something before heading to the gym, or an afternoon snack that actually keeps me full.
Want to sneak more matcha into your meals and snacks? Try my Matcha Berry Protein Smoothie, Matcha Pistachio Ice Cream and Matcha Chia Pudding!
Ingredients for Matcha Balls
These no-bake energy bites come together in just 10 minutes and are perfect for mornings, afternoons, or post-workout fuel. You only need a handful of pantry staples to whip them up!
- Almond butter: Provides healthy fats and helps bind the energy balls. Use creamy almond butter for easier mixing. Instead of almond butter, you can also use a natural, creamy peanut butter or cashew butter.
- Rolled oats: Adds fiber and texture. Gluten-free oats can be used if needed.
- Vanilla protein powder: Boosts protein content and adds sweetness. Choose your favorite brand.
- Matcha powder: Gives that earthy, slightly sweet flavor and a caffeine boost. Make sure it’s a high-quality, culinary grade matcha.
- Chia seeds: Adds fiber, protein, and omega-3s. They also help hold the balls together.
- Honey: Natural sweetener and binder. Can swap for maple syrup if vegan.
- Sea Salt: Enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness.
How to Make No-Bake Matcha Balls
Now for the fun part, rolling these into little bite-sized balls! Each one packs about 9 grams of protein, making them a powerhouse snack you’ll want to keep on hand all week long.
Tips for Rolling & Storing:
- Easier rolling: Chill the mixture slightly before rolling if it’s too sticky.
- Don’t have protein powder? Replace with oat flour, almond flour or additional rolled oats.
- Storing: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. If they get too hard, let them sit at room temp for 5-10 minutes before eating.
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No-Bake Matcha Protein Balls (9g!)
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (64g) almond butter
- 1/2 cup (45g) rolled oats
- 1/4 cup (25g) vanilla protein powder
- 2 teaspoon (4g) matcha powder
- 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon (12mL) honey
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Combine the almond butter, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, matcha powder, chia seeds, honey, and sea salt in a medium bowl. Mix until well combined, squeezing the mixture with your fingertips to as you go.
- Scoop a scant tablespoon of the mixture into your hands and roll into a ball. Each ball should weigh 20 grams if you want to ensure eight balls.
- Place a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and repeat until you have eight balls.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge or the freezer.
Comments
emily says
Could dates be used instead of almond butter?
Dani says
I’m not sure!! If you try it, I would love to hear how it goes.
Shannon Marrie Musco says
My daughter and I absolutely love the no-bake matcha protein bites we make them almost every week love this recipe
Dani says
Shannon, that sounds like some wonderful mommy-daughter time! So happy you enjoy the recipe. Thank you for the review!
Sue says
Thanks for this recipe., Mine turned out a brownish green color, more brown than green, but maybe it was the kind if matcha I used.? They tasted good. I used a small cookie scoop and it made 9.
luisa says
Thank you for the No Bake Matcha Protein Bites recipe. These are sooo good. My ingredients were seating in the fridge, but now that I have found this recipe, I will make this over and over. Instead of using 2 tsp of Matcha powder, I used 1 tsp Matcha and 1 tsp Maca Gelatinzed Powder and for the protein I used Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder.
Dani says
That sounds great!! So glad you enjoyed them.
Andrea Coffman says
My 10 year old daughter loves going on your website for recipes. Today she made these protein balls and they were a family hit! Instead of matcha, my daughter decided to use green juice powder that was sitting in our fridge and it worked out great! Thank you!!!
Shannon Musco says
Is your nutrition fact per ball?
Love this recipe
Lisa says
I used Trader Joe’s organic almond butter for this recipe. The matcha balls turned out to be more almond butter color than green from matcha. I will try to adjust the recipe so the protein bars turn out more green than brown.
They are delicious. I love them chilled.
Victoria says
Recipe looks amazing. Could you switch out the almond butter for something else?
Dani Spies says
Yes! Any nut or seed butter would work for this recipe.
Bobbi Fosburg says
I had a lot of trouble forming them into balls. It eventually worked but they were so dry to shape. Any suggestions? Eventually, I got them to stick together and I refrigerated them. Can’t wait to try and based on my nibbles, they seem amazing!