Healthy Makeover: Strawberry Shortcakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Dessert

This Healthy Makeover: Strawberry Shortcakes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Sun-kissed berries star in the luscious dessert. And nothing's lost from our lean take on this classic: It has less sugar than a traditional version, so the fruit's sweetness stands out; fiber-rich oats make the cakes more flavorful; and you can dollop on

Ingredients

3/4 c. old-fashioned oats
1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
7 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. sugar
2 tbsp. cold margarine or butter
3/4 c. low-fat buttermilk
2 large egg whites
2 lb. strawberries
1/4 tsp. freshly grated lemon peel
1 c. plain fat-free Greek yogurt
1/2 c. reduced-fat sour cream
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil.
In food processor with knife blade attached, pulse oats until coarsely ground. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Pulse until combined. Add margarine; pulse until mixture resembles cornmeal. Add buttermilk and 1 egg white; pulse just until dry ingredients are evenly moistened.
With 1/4-cup measuring cup, scoop mixture and drop onto prepared sheet, 2 inches apart.
In small bowl, lightly beat remaining egg white. Brush on top of mounds, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
Bake 16 minutes or until shortcakes are golden brown. Cool completely on sheet on wire rack. Can be kept, tightly wrapped, at room temperature up to overnight. (Refresh before serving in toaster oven or preheated conventional oven at 375 degrees F for 5 minutes.)
Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine strawberries, lemon peel, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Let stand. Can be refrigerated, covered, up to overnight.
In medium bowl, stir yogurt, sour cream, vanilla, and remaining 3 tablespoons sugar. Can be refrigerated, covered, up to overnight.
Split open shortcakes. Divide strawberries and filling among shortcakes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Healthy Makeover: Strawberry Shortcakes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Healthy Makeover: Strawberry Shortcakes 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?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 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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