Meyer Lemon Cream with Graham Crackers and Sea Salt - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Meyer Lemon Cream with Graham Crackers and Sea Salt is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons finely grated Meyer or regular lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh Meyer or regular lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 1/2 cups chilled heavy cream
- 6 graham crackers, crumbled
- Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)
Instructions
- Cook eggs, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened (mixture should coat a spoon), 8 –10 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a blender and blend on low speed, gradually adding butter, until mixture is smooth (you're not trying to aerate the mixture, so keep blender on low speed). Transfer lemon curd to a medium bowl, cover, and chill at least 2 hours.
- Just before serving, whisk cream into lemon curd. Layer lemon cream and graham crackers in small glasses or bowls, finishing with graham crackers. Top with lemon zest and sea salt.
- DO AHEAD: Lemon curd can be made 1 week ahead. Keep chilled.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Meyer Lemon Cream with Graham Crackers and Sea Salt recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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