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Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies

Healthy and delicious oatmeal cookies with psyllium husk.

25 minutes
12 servings
107 cal / serving
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This Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 107 calories, 2.5g protein, and 19.4g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (2.3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

107 Calories
2.5g Protein
19.4g Carbs
3.1g Fat
Grocery list: oats, almond flour, psyllium husk, honey, unsweetened almond milk, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt. The GI of oats is 55, almond flour is 0, and honey is 58.
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Ingredients

Servings 12

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Step 2: Mix oats, almond flour, psyllium husk, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Step 3: In another bowl, mix honey, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Step 4: Combine wet and dry ingredients. Step 5: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet. Step 6: Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Why this works for PCOSTHE USUAL VERSIONTHIS RECIPERefined white flourHigh GI, spikes blood sugarNut / legume flourLower GI, adds protein and fibreSweetened dairy milkLactose sugar loadUnsweetened plant milkNo added sugarPER SERVING107 cal · 2.5g protein · 2.3g fibre · 12.1g sugarPCOS Meal Planner · pcosmealplanner.com
Smart swaps that keep this a treat while staying low-GI and PCOS-friendly. Macros are per serving.
These cookies are packed with fiber from oats and psyllium husk, which is beneficial for PCOS as it helps control blood sugar levels. They also contain healthy fats from almond flour, which can help balance hormones. The recipe is easy to prepare, providing a sense of control and empowerment over your diet.

Why this Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies works for PCOS

At 19.4g of carbohydrates per serving, this Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies is on the lower-carb end, which suits women with PCOS who have confirmed insulin resistance or who notice strong post-meal energy crashes. Pair lower-carb meals like this with a generous portion of non-starchy vegetables to keep fibre intake up.

A PCOS-friendly snack like this Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies should include protein or fat, not carbohydrates alone. Carb-only snacks (fruit, crackers, granola bars) spike blood sugar then crash it within 60-90 minutes, leaving you hungrier and more reactive to whatever comes next.

At 160mg of sodium per serving, this Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies fits comfortably within the 1500-2300mg daily target most cardiology and PCOS guidance agrees on. Lower-sodium meals are useful for women with PCOS who also experience bloating or who are managing blood pressure alongside metabolic concerns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Psyllium Husk Oatmeal Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 107 calories per serving with 2.5g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2.3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 12 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 107 calories, 2.5g protein (9%), 19.4g carbs, 3.1g fat. Plus 2.3g 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 107 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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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