Rhubarb Frangipane Pie | PCOS Meal Planner

This Rhubarb Frangipane Pie is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Allison Kave For some, the beginning of spring is marked by budding crocuses and blooming daffodils. For me, it's all about the rhubarb. After a long winter of baking endless nut, citrus, and chocolate cream pies, the emergence of those leafy p

Ingredients

Servings 1

Cornmeal Crust for one double-crust 9-inch (23-cm) pie

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 °F (220 °C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough into an 11-inch (28-cm) circle about 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 6 mm) thick. Line a 9-inch (23-cm) pie plate with the dough, and trim the overhang to 1 inch (2. 5 cm). Refrigerate the crust until ready to bake.
Make the frangipane filling: In a food processor, grind the almonds and sugar until they are sandy. Add the butter, then the egg, flour, and vanilla and mix until smooth.

Why this Rhubarb Frangipane Pie works for PCOS

Desserts on a PCOS plan are not banned, but timing and pairing matter. Eating sweet foods immediately after a balanced meal (rather than on an empty stomach) blunts the blood sugar response, since protein and fat slow gastric emptying. This Rhubarb Frangipane Pie works best as an occasional post-dinner option rather than a standalone snack.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhubarb Frangipane Pie good for PCOS?

Yes, this Rhubarb Frangipane Pie 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?

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