PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Almond Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
200
Calories
8g
Protein
10g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Almond flour, honey, sliced almonds, coconut oil, vanilla extract. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of almond flour and honey.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour (US)
- 120g almond flour (Metric)
- 1/2 cup honey (US)
- 120ml honey (Metric)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds (US)
- 50g sliced almonds (Metric)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (US)
- 60ml coconut oil (Metric)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (US)
- 2.5ml vanilla extract (Metric)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
- In a bowl, mix together almond flour and sliced almonds.
- In a saucepan, melt coconut oil and honey over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the almond mixture and stir until well combined.
- Press the mixture into a lined baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool before cutting into bars.
These almond bars are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Almonds are a great source of magnesium and vitamin E, which can help manage insulin levels and reduce inflammation. The low GI of this recipe also helps maintain a stable blood sugar level, which is crucial for managing PCOS symptoms. Enjoy this quick and easy snack that brings a sense of control and optimism to your PCOS diet.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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