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MATCHA PISTACHIO PROTEIN BALLS

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We are big matcha fans at my house.  So when my 3 chicklets first suggested that I create a matcha bliss ball, I was all over it!  We have since done numerous different variations, but I must say that this is one of my absolute favourites — maybe because I'm also a huge fan of the rich, nutty pistachio flavour.

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 great for snack time, dessert, or even breakfast-on-the-go.

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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, detoxifying, disease-fighting phytochemicals including the subgroup of antioxidants called catechins.  One particular catechin, EGCg, is widely recognized for its anti-cancer properties.  Matcha is also used to induce a sense of calm while simultaneously boosting energy, concentration, memory and metabolism.

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Matcha Pistachio Bliss 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 Eaton Hemp hemp hearts OR 1 scoop Nuzest Clean Lean Just Natural protein powder (hemp hearts used here)

  • 2 Tbsp Further Food collagen peptides (optional, omit for vegan)

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