No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies

This No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Katherine Sacks Want cookies in a flash? These butterscotch "buttons" come together fast and don't require an oven, which means you can have a treat any time you want it.

Ingredients

3/4 cup butterscotch chips
3/4 cup creamy no-stir peanut butter
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 1/4 cups unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 ounces dark chocolate (optional)

Instructions

Heat butterscotch chips and peanut butter in a medium heatproof bowl set over a medium pot of barely simmering water (bottom of bowl should not touch water), stirring occasionally, or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring in between bursts, until butterscotch is melted and smooth. Add oats, 1 cup coconut, and salt; stir gently to combine.
Spoon mixture by the tablespoonful onto a parchment-lined sheet tray. Gently press balls in the center to flatten. Chill until set, about 10 minutes.
Heat chocolate, if using, in a medium heatproof bowl set over a medium pot of barely simmering water (bottom of bowl should not touch water), stirring occasionally, or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring in between bursts, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Drizzle cooled cookies with chocolate, top with remaining 1/4 cup coconut, and chill until set, about 5 minutes, before serving.

Why this No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies works for PCOS

A PCOS-friendly snack like this No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies should include protein or fat, not carbohydrates alone. Carb-only snacks (fruit, crackers, granola bars) spike blood sugar then crash it within 60-90 minutes, leaving you hungrier and more reactive to whatever comes next.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies good for PCOS?

Yes, this No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

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