PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Cinnamon Rolls - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dessert

This PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Cinnamon Rolls is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 6g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

6g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes almond flour, cinnamon, erythritol, eggs, baking powder, and unsweetened almond milk. The Glycemic Index (GI) for almond flour is low, which is beneficial for PCOS.

Ingredients

1.5 cups of almond flour (US) or 350 grams (Metric)
2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon (US) or 30 grams (Metric)
1/4 cup of Erythritol (US) or 60 grams (Metric)
2 eggs
1 teaspoon of baking powder (US) or 5 grams (Metric)
1/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk (US) or 60 milliliters (Metric)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine the almond flour, cinnamon, erythritol, and baking powder.
Add the eggs and almond milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Roll out the dough and cut into rolls.
Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

These almond flour cinnamon rolls are a delicious and healthy dessert option for those with PCOS. Almond flour has a low Glycemic Index (GI), which helps to regulate blood sugar levels, a key factor in managing PCOS. The cinnamon in this recipe also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to reduce PCOS symptoms. Enjoy these cinnamon rolls as part of a balanced diet to help manage your PCOS.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Cinnamon, Eggs.

Cinnamon is one of the best ingredients that someone with insulin sensitivity can eat. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. Cinnamon contains hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effects of insulin. It has also been suggested that Cinnamon prevents post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate - meaning that food digests slowly. (Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11506060). Eggs are...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Cinnamon Rolls good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Cinnamon Rolls recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 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.

How long does it take to make PCOS Almond Flour Recipe - Almond Flour Cinnamon Rolls?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 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: 250 calories, 6g protein (10%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 3g 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 250 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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