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Pumpkin Hazelnut Compote - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Pumpkin Hazelnut Compote
Servings: 6
Dessert

This Pumpkin Hazelnut Compote is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Carol Robertson Especially in northern Turkey where the climate approximates northern coastal United States, pumpkins and pumpkin-like sweet winter squash are grown. Hazelnuts are also grown there, along the Black Sea. They combine well in this

Ingredients

  • 1 4-to 6-pound pumpkin
  • 2 cups of sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped with 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Cut apart the pumpkin and remove the seeds. Peel the sections and cut into 1 inch cubes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the sugar, water, and pumpkin pieces.
  3. Transfer the pieces, plus all the water and sugar, to a baking pan. Cover tightly with foil and bake in a preheated 350 ° oven for 1 hour.
  4. Check the water level after 30 or 40 minutes. Add more if necessary, or bake uncovered if it is too wet. There should be little water left and the pieces should be soft but not mushy.
  5. Allow to cool, then refrigerate. Serve sprinkled with hazelnuts, and with the whipped cream.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Pumpkin Hazelnut Compote recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. 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 6 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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