No-Bake Matcha Bites

Sure coffee contains antioxidants, but you know what has more? Our Premium Matcha Powder. Made from grinding dried young green tea leaves into a fine powder, matcha has been consumed for centuries and is at the forefront of the 'kick the coffee' movement. Traditionally matcha powder is whisked into warm water and consumed as a tea, but these days people are enjoying its calming, energizing and antioxidant fuelled benefits in a number of forms. From lattes to desserts, smoothies and even popsicles, matcha has proven to be one of the most versatile superfoods out there. Try making these no-bake matcha bites the next time you're itching for a sweet treat or want to venture outside of traditional matcha tea!

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Organic Benefits:

  • One cup of matcha contains more antioxidants than ten cups of regular green tea
  • Unlike coffee which can sometimes have you buzzing but leave you crashing shortly after, matcha provides a steady stream of energy while also calming down the body and central nervous system
  • It has also shown to improve memory and brain function

What You’ll Need:

For the base:

For the filling:

  • 1 ½ cups cashews, soaked in boiling water for at least
    20 mins (drain)
  • ½ cup coconut oil, melted
  • ½ cup canned coconut milk (shaken)
  • ½ cup dates, soaked in boiling water for 2 mins (drain)
  • 1-2 tbsp hot water
  • 2-3 tsp matcha

      Dairy Free - Gluten Free - Vegan - Refined Sugar Free - Paleo 

      • Prep Time: 20 minutes
      • Chill Time: 1 hour
      • Yields: Roughly 12 servings

        Preparation:

        1. Line the bottom and the sides of a 8" x 4" baking pan with parchment or wax paper.
        2. In a food processor, chop 1 cup dates with almonds and 2 tbsp melted coconut oil. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
        3. Blend the ½ cup of melted coconut oil, ½ cup canned coconut milk, ½ cup soaked dates, 1 ½ cup cashews and matcha in a blender until smooth.
        4. Add 1 tbsp of hot water at a time to help the mixture blend. Pour over the date and almond crumble and garnish with desired toppings. Allow it to set in the freezer for at least
          an hour.

         
        No-Bake Matcha Bites

        No-Bake Matcha Bites