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MATCHA PISTACHIO PROTEIN BALLS

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These tasty little no-bake snacks are loaded with easy-to-digest energy as well as healthy fats, fibre, protein and antioxidants galore.  They are quick and easy to prepare and have a wonderful nutty pistachio flavour. They are great for snack time, dessert, or even breakfast-on-the-go.

More Matcha Please!

Matcha is made by grinding high quality nutrient-rich green tea leaves into a fine powder.  It has a beautiful green colour and a unique, complex taste, with a balance of naturally sweet, malty, bitter and earthy vegetal notes.  It is packed with anti-inflammatory phytochemicals including the subgroup of antioxidants called catechins.  One particular catechin, EGCg, is widely recognized for its anti-cancer properties.  Matcha may also help induce a sense of calm while simultaneously boosting energy and concentration.

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Matcha Pistachio Protein Ball Recipe

Ingredients for approximately 12 balls:

  • 3/4 cup shelled raw pistachios, plus additional for rolling

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened desiccated coconut

  • 1/4 cup hemp hearts OR 1 scoop natural or vanilla protein powder

  • 2 Tbsp collagen peptides (optional, omit for vegan, see note below)

  • 2 Tbsp chia seeds

  • 1 Tbsp high-grade matcha powder

  • 1 cup (10 to 12) pitted Medjool dates

  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)

  • optional: finely chopped pistachios, shredded coconut and/or matcha powder for rolling

Directions:

  1. Put pistachios, coconut, hemp seeds or protein powder, collagen, and chia seeds into a food processor or blender container. Blend until well-chopped.

  2. Add matcha powder and pulse to mix.

  3. Add the dates and vanilla and blend until a uniform paste is created, scraping the sides and bottom with a rubber spatula as needed.

  4. Scrape the mixture onto a plate or parchment paper. Using your hands, roll the mixture into balls.

  5. Once the balls are formed, roll in shredded coconut and/or matcha as desired.

Matcha Pistachio Protein Balls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for a week, or the freezer for up to 2 months.

Note: I like FurtherFood collagen; use code “DRTARA” for a discount.

This recipe was originally published April 30, 2018. It was updated May 30, 2025.