Grain Free Banana Bread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 tbsps coconut oil
- 2 cups almond meal flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas
Instructions
- Mash bananas.
- Pulse bananas, eggs, vanilla and oil in food processor.
- Pulse in almond flour, salt and soda (make sure it has a thick but moist consistency, not runny or dry).
- Scoop batter into greased loaf pan.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 50-60 minutes.
- Remove from oven and cool.
- Serve with butter.
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 Grain Free Banana Bread 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
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 Grain Free Banana Bread 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: Eggs.
Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.
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