Paleo Coconut Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Paleo Coconut Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 44 calories, 0.81g protein, and 3.72g carbs per serving. Ready in 55 minutes. High in fiber (0.9g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 tbsps vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 oz sweet or dark chocolate
- 3 tbsps coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 °F (160 °C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Using a mixing machine combine the banana and the egg. Slowly add the coconut oil (coconut oil must not be hot or it will cook the egg. You just need to the coconut oil slightly warmed enough to mix smoothly).
- Add the coconut flour, vanilla, baking soda and sea salt. Mix until smooth. Lastly add the chocolate chips.
- Using a spoon, drop 1" balls of batter onto the baking tray leaving space between each cookie. Use the back of the spoon to smooth the cookies to a flat cookie shape (the cookies will not naturally flatten, you must do this manually).
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Place cookies on drying rack, let cool, and enjoy the goodness.
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 Paleo Coconut Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Dark chocolate: May help reduce insulin resistance when consumed in moderation
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 Paleo Coconut Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies 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: Eggs.
Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Paleo Coconut Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 44 calories per serving with 0.81g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 0.9g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 55 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 40 minutes. It makes 32 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 44 calories, 0.81g protein (7%), 3.72g carbs, 3.1g fat. Plus 0.9g 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 44 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 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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