It’s 3:17 p.m. You had lunch a few hours ago and didn’t have anything for dessert. So you’re standing in front of your fridge, trying to figure out what you can find to calm your cravings for that “something sweet” that will also keep you going for the rest of the afternoon.
We’ve all been there. So what if I told you your 3 p.m. fix could taste like cookie dough and still power you through your to-do list? And like, all ready in 15 minutes? That’s the whole point of these matcha energy balls: quick to prep, no oven, no drama. Just that soft, scoop-able vibe you love, upgraded with matcha for calm, steady focus.
I’m about to show you how to roll a batch that can live in your fridge (perfect for meal-prep), waits for your cravings, and makes snack time feel a little more “I’ve got this”.
ingredients: what you’ll need
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1 ½ cups pitted dates, soaked 10 min in hot water: your binder and natural sweetener
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1 cup raw cashews
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¼ cup coconut flour
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2 tbsp Matcha DNA organic matcha powder: the one that gives these a nice green color and earthy flavor.
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1 tsp vanilla extract, for that cookie dough aroma
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup mini chocolate chips
instructions: from processor to snack in under 15 minutes
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Prep your dates: Drain the soaked dates and pat them dry so you don’t add extra water. Too much moisture and the mix won’t hold its shape.
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Build the base: Put the cashews in a food processor and pulse until they’re roughly chopped. You’re not making nut butter; a bit of texture keeps the “cookie dough” feel.
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Add the flavor: Add the dates, coconut flour, matcha, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Process until the mixture clumps and holds when pressed between your fingers. If it looks crumbly, keep going! And if it’s still not sticking, feel free to add 1 or 2 teaspoons of water or maple and try again.
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Add the chocolate: Sprinkle in the mini chips and incorporate them just enough to distribute. You could do this manually or use the food processor, but be careful not to over-process, we don’t want them to melt into the dough!
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Roll and chill: Scoop about 1 tablespoon per ball (roughly ¾-inch across), roll, and set on a lined tray. Chill for 30 minutes to firm up, and enjoy them whenever your cravings hit!
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💡 Pro tip: lightly wet your hands before rolling to avoid the batter sticking to your fingers and to get smoother balls.
You can make these ahead of time and refrigerate them up to 10 days (honestly, they never last me that long, who am I kidding?).
personalize them: swaps, boosts, and flavor riffs
What’s a matcha recipe shared over here without a few options to add your own personal touch? Here are a few ideas:
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Change the nut, change the vibe
Why not switch up the nut that you’re using? I haven’t tried but think about it… Almonds could bring a cookie-crunch edge, walnuts are a bit drier, pistachios turn everything a gorgeous green-on-green… -
Protein boost
Are you in your fit era? Add 2–3 tbsp vanilla or unflavored protein powder, adjusting the maple syrup or adding a bit of water to avoid it going too dry. -
Make them pretty
Roll your finished balls in a dusting of matcha, cocoa powder, or finely chopped nuts. Or even cover them in melted white chocolate for a truffle-like feeling. -
Flavor riffs
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Mint chip: add ¼ tsp peppermint extract, keep the mini chips.
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Mocha matcha: pulse in 1 tsp finely ground espresso or instant espresso.
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Coconut cookie: replace coconut flour with finely shredded coconut (same amount) and add ¼ tsp almond extract.
Simple formula, big payoff: dates + nuts + matcha for a soft, cookie-dough bite that actually keeps you going. Perfect as a morning grab-and-go, a pre-workout snack, or that 3 p.m. “I need something now” window. You’ve got a clear method (pulse, press, roll, chill) and plenty of ways to tweak it.
Can you think of any other ways to personalize them? Share your versions by tagging us on TikTok @matcha.dna and Instagram @matchadna! And remember to check our blog for more mixer matcha ideas.
That’s it for now, bb 💋
