Paleo Coconut Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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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