Baked Apples with Apricot Glaze - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Baked Apples with Apricot Glaze is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

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Ingredients

2 large McIntosh apples
1/2 lemon
2 Tablespoons dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 Tablespoons apricot preserves
2 Tablespoons water
Unsalted butter

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 ºF.
Carefully core the apples by cutting around the top stem and removing all but the bottom 1/2-inch of the core (if you remove the entire core, the filling will fall out).
Remove the top one-third of the skin by scoring a line around the entire apple, then peeling away the skin. Rub the exposed flesh with the lemon to prevent it from browning. Repeat the process with the second apple.
Place the prepared apples in individual baking dishes or in one larger baking dish (if using individual dishes, place them on a sheet tray for easier handling). Combine the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, dark brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then fill each cored apple by packing it firmly with half of the mixture. Top each apple with a pat of butter.
Whisk together the apricot preserves and water in a small saucepan over low heat, just until the preserves melt.
Pour half of the preserves over each apple then transfer them to the oven.
Bake the apples for 35 to 40 minutes.
Serve the baked apples warm and paired with vanilla bean ice cream.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Cinnamon, Lemon, Cranberries, Apples, Nuts, Walnuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baked Apples with Apricot Glaze good for PCOS?

Yes, this Baked Apples with Apricot Glaze recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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 2 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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