Fudgy Peanut Brownies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 9

Snack

This Fudgy Peanut Brownies is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Peanut butter chips and chopped salted peanuts take brownies to a new level. Offer fresh fruit alongside.

Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 10-ounce package peanut butter chips
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °F. Butter and flour 9-inch square metal baking pan. Combine butter, semisweet chocolate chips and unsweetened chocolate in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat until chocolate mixture is melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Whisk 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, 3 eggs, instant coffee granules and vanilla extract in large bowl just until combined. Add warm chocolate mixture; whisk to combine. Cool just to room temperature.
Whisk 2/3 cup all purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in medium bowl. Whisk into chocolate mixture. Mix in peanut butter chips and peanuts. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out with some moist crumbs still attached, about 35 minutes (do not overbake). Cool completely. Cut into 9 squares. (Brownies can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

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 Fudgy Peanut Brownies good for PCOS?

Yes, this Fudgy Peanut Brownies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. 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 9 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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