Cheddar Muffins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Cheddar Muffins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 132 calories, 5.93g protein, and 12.39g carbs per serving. Ready in 36 minutes. High in fiber (1.7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 tsps baking powder, low sodium
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning mix
- 4 oz cheddar cheese, low fat
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, eggs, and milk in a medium sized bowl.
- In a separate bowl combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and dry Ranch dressing seasoning mix.
- Mix the dry ingredients together and add to the wet mixture. Set aside.
- Cut the cheddar cheese into small cubes.
- Generously spray muffin tins with Pam. Put a tablespoon of batter into the bottom of the muffin tins.
- Put several cheese cubes on top of the batter and then cover the cheese cubes with another tablespoon of batter.
- Bake at 400° F (200° C) for 15 to 20 minutes.
- From the Low Carb Creations Vol 4 Cook Book.
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 Cheddar Muffins contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- 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 Cheddar Muffins 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Eggs.
Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Cheddar Muffins recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 132 calories per serving with 5.93g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 36 minutes total. Prep time is 16 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 9 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 132 calories, 5.93g protein (18%), 12.39g carbs, 7.02g fat. Plus 1.7g 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 Side Dish. At 132 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Side Dish. 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 9 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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