Energizing no-bake bites with matcha, gingerbread spices, and protein for a wholesome snack or post-workout boost.
# What you need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if required)
02 - ½ cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 2 tablespoons almond flour
04 - 1 tablespoon matcha powder
05 - 1½ teaspoons ground ginger
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
09 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
11 - ¼ 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
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, stir together rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, matcha powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - Add the maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, incorporate 1 to 2 teaspoons of water gradually.
03 - Fold in mini dark chocolate chips and toasted pecans if desired, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
04 - Scoop out approximately 1 tablespoon portions of dough and roll into uniform balls using your hands.
05 - Place formed bites on a baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set and achieve optimal texture.
