Rosemary-Walnut Shortbread Cookies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Rosemary-Walnut Shortbread Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 1/2 c. finely ground walnuts
- 1 1/2 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 c. unsalted butter
- 1/4 c. packed dark brown sugar
- 1/4 c. granulated sugar
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- raw sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Whisk flour, nuts, rosemary, and salt in a large bowl.
- Put butter and sugars into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until lightened, about 3 minutes. Mix in vanilla. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture; mix until dough comes together and is smooth, about 3 minutes.
- Turn out dough onto parchment paper, and pat into a round. Place parchment paper on top; roll into a 12-inch round, 1/4 inch thick. Transfer to a baking sheet and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Cut out cookies using various sizes of heart-shape cutters (1/2 inch to 3 inches); transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets. (Keep same-size cookies on same sheet.) Roll scraps; cut out. Gently press raw sugar onto the edges of the cookies.
- Bake until just golden, 15 to 18 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days. Looking for more dessert ideas? Check out our homemade chocolate chip cookie recipes, apple pie recipes, and chocolate cake recipes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Walnuts.
Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Walnuts are an excellent addition to the diet for managing PCOS symptoms. These nutrient-dense nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes walnuts particularly beneficial for indiv...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Rosemary-Walnut Shortbread Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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