Strawberry Phyllo Dough Stacks - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Strawberry Phyllo Dough Stacks
Servings: 8
Lunch

This Strawberry Phyllo Dough Stacks is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Lauren Haslett Honey-sweetened strawberries and crunchy pastry are the perfect spring pair.

Ingredients

  • 1 package phyllo dough, thawed if frozen
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 c. halved fresh strawberries, divided (quarter berries if large)
  • 4 tsp. honey, divided, plus more for finishing
  • 3/4 c. roasted pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Using a pastry brush, spread a thin layer of melted butter over the bottom of a sheet pan. Lay 2-3 sheets phyllo dough into the pan, then coat the top sheet with another thin layer of melted butter.
  2. Place 1 cup halved strawberries, cut side down, into vertical lines on dough, keeping rows about 1 inch apart. Drizzle berries with 2 teaspoons honey, top with 2-3 more sheets phyllo dough, and brush pastry with melted butter.
  3. Repeat process with remaining berries and honey, and top again with two sheets phyllo dough brushed with melted butter.
  4. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Bake 25 minutes, or until dough begins to crisp and turns a light golden brown. Drizzle top with additional honey, if desired, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Bake another 15 minutes, until dough is flaky and dark golden. Allow to cool before cutting into squares to serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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 Strawberry Phyllo Dough Stacks recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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