Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups | PCOS Meal Planner

This Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Jennifer Loganathan, Colden, NY These flourless cookie bites from Sunset reader Jennifer Loganathan, of Colden, NY, are a delicious cross between a brownie and a soft cookie—the orange zest adds a bit of contrast.

Ingredients

Servings 12

1/2 cup chopped almonds
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
1/4 cup softened unsalted butter, divided
2 large egg whites, divided
1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 ounce semisweet chocolate

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °. Grease a 12-cup muffin pan and set aside.
Stir together almonds, powdered sugar, cocoa, orange zest, 3 tbsp. butter, 1 egg white, and 1 tbsp. water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk remaining egg white with granulated sugar until medium peaks form; fold into cocoa mixture. Spoon mixture into prepared muffin cups, dividing evenly.
Bake until tops look dry, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then turn out of pan.
Meanwhile, microwave remaining 1 tbsp. butter with chocolate in a small bowl until melted. Drizzle over warm cookies.

Why this Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups works for PCOS

Desserts on a PCOS plan are not banned, but timing and pairing matter. Eating sweet foods immediately after a balanced meal (rather than on an empty stomach) blunts the blood sugar response, since protein and fat slow gastric emptying. This Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups works best as an occasional post-dinner option rather than a standalone snack.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. 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 12 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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