This recipe is simple and quick to make: it's a healthy and delicious snack!
As the name suggests, matcha energy balls are a source of energy for our bodies. They make the perfect snack before physical exercise or to recover after a workout. Also an excellent option when hunger strikes during a work day.
Matcha energy balls: discover the benefits of their ingredients
- Almonds are rich in good fats, essential fuel for the brain and therefore perfect for getting through a work day that stimulates the cognitive functions. The nuts are also a source of fiber, which lowers the glycemic index of the dates and supports good digestion.
- Dates are rich in fast-acting sugars, which provides the energy "boost", and are also beneficial for endurance exercises.
- Black sesame is a staple of traditional Chinese medicine; it is rich in protein and calcium. But it is also a source of zinc, useful for strengthening the nervous system.
- And of course the matcha: a superfood rich in antioxidants, it promotes concentration, boosts energy and helps burn fat.
For our version of the energy balls, I chose the delicious organic Okumidori matcha for its mild and creamy taste, which pairs very well with black sesame.
The ingredients for 15 energy balls:
- 150 g of almonds
- 140g of dates
- 100g of black sesame paste
- 10g of organic Okumidori matcha
- 2 to 3 tablespoons of black sesame seeds
- 1 generous pinch of salt
Preparation:
Put the almonds, pitted dates, matcha powder, black sesame paste and salt in the food processor.
Blend until you get a homogeneous, sticky paste.
Take small portions of the paste and roll them by hand to form balls.
Roll the balls in the black sesame seeds.
Place the balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes so they firm up before enjoying.
Tip: if the mixture isn't holding together enough, adjust the texture by adding a little sesame paste or a little date.
How to store the energy balls?
In a freezer bag or an airtight container, they keep for 1 week in the refrigerator and up to 2 months in the freezer. Handy if you want to make them in advance.
