No-bake energizing bites with matcha, gingerbread spices, and protein, ideal for a wholesome snack or post-workout boost.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 2 tablespoons almond flour
04 - 1 tablespoon matcha powder
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
11 - 1/4 cup almond butter (or cashew butter)
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
13 - 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, mix together oats, protein powder, almond flour, matcha powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - Add maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms. If mixture is too dry, gradually add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water to achieve desired consistency.
03 - Gently fold in mini dark chocolate chips and chopped toasted pecans, if using.
04 - Scoop out approximately 1 tablespoon portions of dough and roll them into uniform balls.
05 - Place shaped bites on a baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
