Philadelphia® 3-Step Lemon Cheesecake Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 16

Dessert

This Philadelphia® 3-Step Lemon Cheesecake Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Enjoy a serving of these rich and indulgent cheesecake bars on a special occasion. For a quick garnish, sprinkle with additional lemon zest just before serving. To prepare this recipe for Passover, select food products that are kosher for Passover as need

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. soft coconut macaroon cookie crumbs
2 tbsp. margarine
2 package Philadelphia® Cream Cheese
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. lemon zest
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. imitation vanilla
2 eggs

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
Mix cookie crumbs and margarine; press onto bottom of 8-inch square pan sprayed with cooking spray.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, juice, and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing after each just until blended. Pour over crust.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely. Refrigerate 3 hours. Each serving provides: 8%DV vitamin A, 0%DV vitamin C, 2%DV calcium, and 0%DV iron.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Philadelphia® 3-Step Lemon Cheesecake Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this Philadelphia® 3-Step Lemon Cheesecake Bars 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 16 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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