Matcha Coconut Energy Balls

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats

02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling

03 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder

04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/3 cup nut butter, such as almond or cashew

06 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

08 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts

09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, shredded coconut, matcha powder, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly until evenly distributed.

02 - Add nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix with a spatula or hands until a sticky dough forms.

03 - If desired, fold in mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or seeds into the dough.

04 - Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of dough and roll between your palms into a compact ball. Repeat with remaining mixture to create 16 balls.

05 - Roll each energy ball in extra shredded coconut until fully coated on all sides.

06 - Transfer coated balls to a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# Expert Suggestions:

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They taste like a treat but actually fuel your body without the crash that comes with refined sugar.
No oven required means you can make these while your kitchen stays cool, or while hanging out with someone and chatting about your week.
They're naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free without tasting like you're missing out on anything delicious.

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Don't skip the salt—I made that mistake once, and the sweetness felt flat and one-note; that tiny pinch of sea salt is what makes people reach for a second one.
Temperature matters more than you'd think; warm dough feels impossible to roll, but cold dough is your friend and rolls into perfect spheres without sticking to your hands.

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