Low Carb Cinnamon Orange Scones - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids. Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy. Flaxseed is the richest plant source of ALA omega-3 fatty acids.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings. Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health.
Baking and roasting are excellent cooking methods for PCOS-friendly meals as they require minimal added fat while developing deep flavors. This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your breakfast.
Ingredients
- SCONES
- 1/2 Cup Coconut Flour (divided into 7 Tbsp. and 1 Tbsp.)
- 1/3 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1/4 Cup NOW Erythritol
- 1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter, Chilled & Cubed
- 2 Large Eggs
- 2 Tbsp. Coconut Oil
- 2 Tbsp. Maple Syrup (recipe here)
- 1 Tbsp. Golden Flaxseed
- 1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
- 1 1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon (plus 1/2 tsp for topping)
- 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 tsp. Xanthan Gum
- 1/4 tsp. Stevia
- 1/4 tsp. Salt
- Zest of 1 Orange
- ICING
- 1/4 Cup Coconut Butter
- 1 Tbsp. Orange Juice
- 20 Drops Liquid Stevia
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F. Combine 7 Tbsp. Coconut Flour, 1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder, 1/4 tsp. Salt, 1 Tbsp. Golden Flaxseed, 2 Tbsp. Coconut Oil, and the zest of 1 orange in a bowl.
- Mix together the ingredients, and then add 1/4 Cup of chilled butter that’s been cubed.
- Using a fork, mash the butter into the mixture to create a crumbly dough, set aside for later.
- In another mixing bowl, mix together 2 eggs, 1/4 Cup NOW Erythritol, and 1/4 tsp. Liquid Stevia using a hand mixer.
- Once the eggs are light in color, add 1/3 Cup Heavy Cream, 2 Tbsp. Maple Syrup, and 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract and mix again well until the cream thickens.
- Add 1 Tbsp. Coconut Flour and 1/4 tsp. Xanthan Gum to the mix and mix everything again thoroughly. You should end up with a thick and creamy substance.
- Pour all of the cream mixture, except for 1-2 Tbsp., into the dough and mix it together. Set the leftover cream to the side for later.
- Add 1 1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon to the dough and mix again until combined.
- Knead the dough with your hands until a solid ball is formed.
- Mold the dough into a flat circle that is relatively thick (about 1 – 1 1/2″ thick).
- Cut the dough into 8 slices like you would a pizza.
- Place the pieces of dough into a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Using a brush, coat the tops of the scones with the leftover cream mixture and sprinkle on about 1/2 tsp. cinnamon more.
- Bake the scones for 15-17 minutes.
- Let the scones cool for 20-30 minutes before icing them.
- Ice and serve!
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 Low Carb Cinnamon Orange Scones contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Flaxseed: Contain lignans that may help reduce androgen levels in PCOS
- Cinnamon: Studies show cinnamon can help lower fasting blood sugar levels in PCOS
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), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Low Carb Cinnamon Orange Scones 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: Cinnamon.
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