Pumpkin Muffins III - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Pumpkin Muffins III is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 79 calories, 2.63g protein, and 16.23g carbs per serving. Ready in 50 minutes. High in fiber (1.7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 1/2 cups oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup egg whites
- 4 oz applesauce
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line muffin pan with liners.
- Combine dry ingredients in large bowl.
- Combine wet ingredients in small bowl.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients, taking caution to not over mix.
- Scoop by spoonful's into lined muffin tins, distributing evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until toothpick comes out clean. Let cool and enjoy.
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 Pumpkin Muffins III contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Oat: Supports steady blood sugar release, reducing insulin resistance
- Honey: Use in moderation as part of a balanced PCOS diet
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). 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 Pumpkin Muffins III 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: Honey, Apples.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Pumpkin Muffins III recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 79 calories per serving with 2.63g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 50 minutes total. Prep time is 30 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 12 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 79 calories, 2.63g protein (13%), 16.23g carbs, 0.68g fat. Plus 1.7g fiber. 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 Baked. At 79 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Baked. 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 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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