PCOS Dessert Ideas - Almond Flour Brownies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Dessert Ideas - Almond Flour Brownies
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Servings: 2
Dessert

This PCOS Dessert Ideas - Almond Flour Brownies is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 6g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories
6g Protein
10g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, erythritol, baking powder, salt, eggs, coconut oil, vanilla extract. The main ingredients, almond flour and erythritol, have a low Glycemic Index (GI) which is beneficial for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour (120g)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25g)
  • 3/4 cup erythritol (150g)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (60ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix together almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
These almond flour brownies are a delicious dessert option for those with PCOS. Almond flour is a great source of protein and healthy fats, while erythritol is a sugar substitute with a low GI. This recipe is easy to prepare and provides a sense of control and optimism in managing PCOS through diet. The key nutrients in this recipe, such as protein, fiber, and healthy fats, are essential for hormonal balance in PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Dessert Ideas - Almond Flour Brownies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 6g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 200 calories, 6g protein (12%), 10g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 3g 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 Dessert. At 200 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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