Psyllium Husk Shortbread Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dessert

This Psyllium Husk Shortbread Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 5g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

5g Protein

20g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: almond flour, psyllium husk powder, unsalted butter, erythritol, vanilla extract. Low GI ingredients: almond flour (GI=0), erythritol (GI=1).

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour (120g)
1/4 cup psyllium husk powder (30g)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g)
1/4 cup erythritol (50g)
1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix almond flour and psyllium husk powder in a bowl.
Melt butter and mix with erythritol and vanilla extract.
Combine wet and dry ingredients.
Press the dough into a baking dish.
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool before cutting into bars.

These shortbread bars are a perfect dessert for those with PCOS. Almond flour and psyllium husk are low GI foods that help maintain stable blood sugar levels. Psyllium husk is also a great source of fiber, which is beneficial for gut health. The bars are easy to make and can be personalized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy the process of making them and feel empowered and optimistic about managing your PCOS through diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Psyllium Husk Shortbread Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this Psyllium Husk Shortbread Bars recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 5g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Psyllium Husk Shortbread Bars?

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.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 200 calories, 5g protein (10%), 20g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 10g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

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.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 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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