Mini Flax & Whole Wheat Muffins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Mini Flax & Whole Wheat Muffins
Prep: 22 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 36
Side Dish

Nutrition per Serving

54 Calories
1.52g Protein
8.11g Carbs
1.93g Fat
These mini muffins are packed with goodness.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup quick oats
  • 3 tbsps vegetable oil
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients.
  2. Divide into mini muffin cups.
  3. Bake at 400 °F (200 °C) for 10 to 15 minutes or until they are done.
  4. To test doneness insert a toothpick, and if clean when you pull it out it is done.

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 Mini Flax & Whole Wheat Muffins contribute to your health goals:

  • Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
  • Oat: Supports steady blood sugar release, reducing insulin resistance
  • Flaxseed: Contain lignans that may help reduce androgen levels in PCOS

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 Mini Flax & Whole Wheat Muffins 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.

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