Oatmeal Carob Cookies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Oatmeal Carob Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 112 calories, 2.26g protein, and 16.3g carbs per serving. Ready in 32 minutes. High in fiber (1.3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Oatmeal Carob Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 112 calories per serving with 2.26g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 32 minutes total. Prep time is 20 minutes and cook time is 12 minutes. It makes 24 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 112 calories, 2.26g protein (8%), 16.3g carbs, 4.49g fat. Plus 1.3g fiber. 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 Dessert. At 112 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for 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 24 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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