PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Almond Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Almond Bars
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 2
Snack

This PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Almond Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 8g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together almond flour and sliced almonds.
  3. In a saucepan, melt coconut oil and honey over medium heat.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the liquid mixture over the almond mixture and stir until well combined.
  6. Press the mixture into a lined baking dish.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Almond Bars recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 8g 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 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 200 calories, 8g protein (16%), 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 Snack. At 200 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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