Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes
Prep: 18 min
Cook: 32 min
Servings: 12
Breakfast

This Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 1091 calories, 28g protein, and 54.8g carbs per serving. Ready in 50 minutes.

Nutrition per Serving

1091 Calories
28g Protein
54.8g Carbs
86g Fat
Start your morning right with this indian Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes. Breakfast is the most important meal for women managing PCOS, as it sets the tone for blood sugar levels throughout the day. This recipe provides a balanced combination of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to keep you energized and satisfied until lunch.

Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids. Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy.

Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings.

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

  • 3 Large Eggs
  • 1 Cup 100% Pumpkin Puree
  • 1/2 Cup Coconut Flour
  • 1/3 Cup Melted Butter
  • 2 Tbsp. Erythritol
  • 1 tsp. Cardamom
  • 3/4 tsp. Liquid Stevia
  • 1/4 tsp. Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp. Orange Extract
  • 1/4 tsp. Salt

Instructions

  1. Measure our 1/3 Cup Butter and put in a microwave safe container or bowl.
  2. Microwave butter for 20-30 seconds until melted. While doing this, measure out 1 Cup Pumpkin Puree.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, crack 3 Large Eggs then add 3/4 tsp. Liquid Stevia, 1/4 tsp. Vanilla Extract, and 1/4 tsp. Orange Extract
  4. In a separate bowl, measure out 1/2 Cup Coconut Flour, 2 Tbsp. Erythritol, 1 tsp. Cardamom, and 1/4 tsp. Salt.
  5. Mix together the egg, pumpkin, and butter mixture until smooth.
  6. Sift dry ingredients into your wet ingredients.
  7. Mix together well until a sticky dough forms.
  8. Roll dough into balls and lay them into a cupcake tray.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until there is a very slight browning on the donut holes.
  10. Let cool for 10 minutes, then dust with cinnamon and sweetener. Garnish with maple syrup or whipped cream!

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 Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes contribute to your health goals:

  • Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
  • Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar

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). 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 Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes 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: Eggs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Pumpkin Cardamom Donut Holes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 1091 calories per serving with 28g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

This recipe takes about 50 minutes total. Prep time is 18 minutes and cook time is 32 minutes. It makes 12 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 1091 calories, 28g protein (10%), 54.8g carbs, 86g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 1091 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 12 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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