Chewy Nut Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 32

Snack

This Chewy Nut Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 box devil’s food cake mix
2 1/2 stick butter
1 large egg
2 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 c. light-brown sugar
3 large eggs
1/4 c. light corn syrup
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 c. pecans, cashews and hazelnuts
1 1/2 c. semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 °F. You'll need a 15 x 10-in. rimmed baking sheet lined with nonstick foil. Let foil extend above pan on both ends.
Crust: Beat all ingredients in a large bowl with mixer on medium speed 1 minute or until blended. Spread evenly in pan.
Bake 15 minutes or until crust has risen and then fallen in center. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.
Topping: Whisk brown sugar, eggs, corn syrup and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth. Stir in nuts and chocolate chips. Spread evenly over crust.
Bake 35 minutes or until center no longer jiggles when pan is gently shaken. Cool 25 minutes in pan on a wire rack. Lift foil by ends and slide onto a cutting board. Cut lengthwise in 4 strips and crosswise in 8 to make 32 bars. Peel off foil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chewy Nut Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chewy Nut Bars recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. 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 32 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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