Keto Peanut Pancakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Keto Peanut Pancakes is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 1078 calories, 32.2g protein, and 22.7g carbs per serving. Ready in 49 minutes.
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids. Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy. Almond is provide healthy fats, protein, and magnesium.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings. Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health.
Baking and roasting are excellent cooking methods for PCOS-friendly meals as they require minimal added fat while developing deep flavors. This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your breakfast.
Ingredients
- **Roasted Peanut Filling**
- 1.8 oz. Fresh Shelled Peanuts
- 1/2 tsp. Stevia
- Salt to taste
- **Condensed Milk**
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 drops Liquid Sucralose
- **Apam Balik**
- 1/2 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 tsp. Bicarbonate Soda
- 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
- 1/8 tsp. Salt
- 1/4 cup Almond Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 4-5 drops Liquid Sucralose
- 1/2 tsp. Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 tsp. Coconut Oil
- 1 tbsp. Unsalted Butter
Instructions
- To prepare the peanut filling from scratch, roast 1.8 oz. Freshly Shelled Peanuts until brown.
- Grind the peanuts, 1/2 tsp. Stevia and Salt to taste with a pestle and mortar (or alternatively food processor). Set aside.
- To prepare Keto Condensed Milk, heat up 1/4 cup Heavy Cream in a saucepan with 2 drops Liquid Sucralose to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer. It should thicken up like condensed milk consistency. Let cool and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup Almond Flour, 1/2 tsp. Baking Soda, 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder and 1/8 tsp. Salt.
- Add in 1/4 cup Almond Milk, 1 large Egg, 5 drops Liquid Sucralose and 1/2 tsp. Coconut oil and mix well.
- In a small pan on medium heat, melt and spread 1/8 tsp. (per pancake) Coconut Oil. Once hot, pour half of the mixture and cover the pan.
- After 1 minute and the pancake is half-cooked, sprinkle half of the peanut filling.
- Spread half of the keto condensed milk onto one half of the pancake and butter onto the other half. Cover the pan once more for a few minutes.
- Once the side is browned, remove the pancake and let cool.
- Repeat steps 6-9 for the other pancake. Once cooled, fold the pancakes and slice to bite-sized pieces. Serve!
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Keto Peanut Pancakes contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Almond: Magnesium helps improve insulin sensitivity and reduce PCOS symptoms
- Almond milk: A suitable dairy alternative for women with PCOS who avoid dairy
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Keto Peanut Pancakes can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Keto Peanut Pancakes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 1078 calories per serving with 32.2g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 49 minutes total. Prep time is 44 minutes and cook time is 5 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 1078 calories, 32.2g protein (12%), 22.7g carbs, 101.5g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 1078 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 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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