Lemony Strawberry Shortcakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Dessert

This Lemony Strawberry Shortcakes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

These heavenly Lemon Shortcakes are topped with luscious marinated strawberries and fresh whipped cream. Make them for Mother's Day!

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. flour
3 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
6 tsp. unsalted butter
1/3 c. milk
1 large egg
1 1/2 tsp. lemon zest
1 tbsp. heavy cream
1 tbsp. sugar

Instructions

For Shortcakes: Grease a cookie sheet. Combine flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in unsalted butter and mix until crumbly.
Mix milk, egg, and lemon zest. Gradually add to flour mixture until moistened.
Gently knead dough until it holds together, pat dough until 1/2 inch thick. Cut out circles with a 3-inch cookie cutter, transfer to a cookie sheet. Re roll scraps to make 6 circles total.
Brush tops with 1 tablespoon heavy cream; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar. Bake 18 to 20 minutes at 400 degrees F; cool on rack.
For Strawberries: Crush whole strawberries and 3 tablespoons sugar. Stir in sliced strawberries and lemon juice. Let stand 20 minutes.
For Whipped Cream: Beat 3/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff.
To serve, split shortcakes; top with strawberry mixture and whipped cream; replace tops.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lemony Strawberry Shortcakes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Lemony Strawberry Shortcakes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. 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 6 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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