Oat Pancakes II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tsps salt
- 6 tsps sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup 1% fat milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsps baking powder
Instructions
- In a blender grind the oats into flour, pulsing the blender until the oats are the consistency of flour.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients. Allow to stand 1 minute to allow the baking powder to work. Do not over mix (If too thin add oat flour, if too thick add milk).
- Fry on a non stick pan or griddle at 350 °F (175° C). Garnish as desired.
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 Oat Pancakes II contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Oat: Supports steady blood sugar release, reducing insulin resistance
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
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), and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Oat Pancakes II 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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