Oatmeal Carob Cookies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup oatmeal, uncooked
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 oz carob chips (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup reduced calorie butter blend
- 2 oz splenda (1/4 cup)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
- Into a large bowl, measure all ingredients. With mixer at medium speed, beat ingredients until well mixed, occasionally scraping bowl.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls, 1" apart, on to cookie sheet.
- Bake 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
- With spatula, immediately remove cookies to wire racks; cool.
- Makes about 2-4 dozen cookies based on your drop size.
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 Oatmeal Carob Cookies contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Oat: Supports steady blood sugar release, reducing insulin resistance
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 Oatmeal Carob Cookies 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.
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