Ginger Doughnuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Dessert

This Ginger Doughnuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

These are great after dinner with coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up with tea. They are best served freshly made, but they can also be prepared one day ahead and stored at room temperature in plastic wrap.

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger (about 4 ounces)
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled

Instructions

Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Stir in crystallized ginger and lemon peel.
Whisk sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in large bowl to blend well. Stir in cream and melted butter. Add dry ingredients and stir to blend well (dough will be sticky). Cover bowl with plastic wrap; chill at least 1 hour. (Dough can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)

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

Is Ginger Doughnuts good for PCOS?

Yes, this Ginger Doughnuts 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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