Dark-Chocolate Brownies with Caramel and Salted Peanuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Dessert

This Dark-Chocolate Brownies with Caramel and Salted Peanuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

A mix of salty peanuts and sweet caramel, plus dark chocolate, kicks brownies up a notch," says their creator Jodi Mongin, of Orlando, Florida.

Ingredients

1 stick unsalted butter
10 oz. chewy caramels (preferably Werther’s)
1/3 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa
7 oz. bittersweet (at least 60 percent) chocolate
3/4 c. granulated sugar
3/4 c. light-brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. salted roasted peanuts

Instructions

Line the bottom of a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Butter paper and sides of pan. Place caramels, flour, and cocoa in a medium bowl and toss to combine. Set aside.
In a double boiler set over simmering water, melt butter. Add chocolate and stir until melted. Remove from heat and let cool, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, whisk together sugars, eggs, vanilla, and salt until very thick, about 3 minutes. Stir in chocolate mixture. Stir in reserved caramel mixture and peanuts, mixing until just combined.
Spread brownie batter in prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool in pan. Refrigerate brownies until chilled, 3 to 4 hours, before cutting into squares.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts.

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dark-Chocolate Brownies with Caramel and Salted Peanuts good for PCOS?

Yes, this Dark-Chocolate Brownies with Caramel and Salted Peanuts recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 12 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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