Matcha Protein Bar

Matcha green tea is a finely powdered form of shaded – grown green tea leaves. It has many health benefits that it is recognized as a SUPERFOOD. I have been shared my home-made matcha protein bar with friends and family. Everyone who tried this bar, they told me the same comment, ” Veronica, it tastes like a HEAVEN!”

Try it and let me know how much you loved it πŸ™‚

Health benefits of matcha green tea

  • It contains high antioxidants, Vitamin A, B complex, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and minerals.
  • It boosts immune function and energy levels.
  • It supports the body to get rid of harmful chemicals and toxins
  • It contains EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate) which is known for variety health benefit such as cardiovascular health, arthritis, and diabetes.
  • It is proven to reduce burn body fat.
  • It provides relief from constipation and improves mood.

 

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups organic raw cashews, soaked 4-6 hours
  • 1 cup organic rolled oat, raw, blended
  • Β½ cup organic grass-fed butter, melted
  • Β½ cup raw honey
  • ΒΌ cup coconut butter, melted
  • 4 scoop protein power, vanilla or butterscotch flavour
  • 1 tbsp. organic matcha powder

 

Directions:

  1. Prepare line wax paper on 8×8 baking pan.
  2. Add wet ingredients – cashews, butter, coconut butter, honey in a blend and blend until completely smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients – protein powder, oat, matcha powder.
  4. Pour blended wet ingredients into the mixture of dry ingredients and mix well.
  5. Pour the mixture batter in 8×8 square baking pan and press the batter to cover bottom of pan evenly.
  6. Place it in a freezer for 60 minutes+
  7. Remove it out of freezer and cut them in 16 pieces.
  8. Store in a refrigerator or a freezer after individual wrapped with wax paper or cling wrap.