Best Basic Low Carb Chocolate - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Best Basic Low Carb Chocolate is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 2388 calories, 17g protein, and 130g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes.
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy. Cocoa is rich in flavanols that support cardiovascular health.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup EXPELLER PRESSED coconut oil
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup LC-Natural Sweet White
Instructions
- Measure coconut oil. If oil is hard, I press it down as I add it to the measuring cup. That way by the time the cup is full there are no air pockets. (Go on, use your hand if you have to!)
- In a double boiler or in a bowl (glass or stainless steel) over a pan of water, melt coconut oil over medium low heat. Do not let bottom of bowl touch the water in the pan.
- While oil is melting, measure out cocoa and sweetener.
- In a bowl, combine the two and mix well. This is especially important when using LC-Sweet.
- Once oil is melted, remove from heat and add sweetener/cocoa mix. Stir well until thoroughly combined. Let cool to desired consistency. To speed things along, you can put it in the fridge, checking and stirring every 5 minutes. At 20 minutes, it’s extremely thick. If it gets too thick for your purposes, you can simply put the bowl back over the pan of water and warm for a minute or two. Stir constantly to control thickness (otherwise it might get too warm and you’ll have to cool it down again).(I did some experimenting with some peanut butter meringue cookies and peanut butter filling.)
- Serve & Enjoy!
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 Best Basic Low Carb Chocolate contribute to your health goals:
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Cocoa: Contains magnesium which is often deficient in women with 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. 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 Best Basic Low Carb Chocolate 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 Best Basic Low Carb Chocolate recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 2388 calories per serving with 17g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 5 minutes.
Per serving: 2388 calories, 17g protein (3%), 130g carbs, 236g fat. 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 Snack. At 2388 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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