PCOS Muffins - Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 25 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This PCOS Muffins - Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 5g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

5g Protein

25g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: whole wheat flour, almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, honey, unsweetened applesauce, egg, vanilla extract, zucchini, dark chocolate chips. Low GI ingredients: whole wheat flour, almond flour, dark chocolate chips.

Ingredients

1 cup whole wheat flour (120g)
1/2 cup almond flour (50g)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25g)
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup honey (85g)
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (60g)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup shredded zucchini (125g)
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (90g)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour, almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix honey, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Fold in shredded zucchini and chocolate chips.
Divide batter among muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool before serving.

These PCOS-friendly muffins are packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Whole wheat and almond flours are low GI, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. Dark chocolate chips provide antioxidants, while zucchini offers a dose of fiber and vitamins. This recipe is designed for fast, easy, and personalized meal planning, providing emotional benefits such as empowerment and control over your diet. Enjoy these muffins as part of your varied and regularly updated PCOS-friendly diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Muffins - Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Muffins - Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins 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 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Muffins - Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 25 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%), 25g carbs, 10g 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 Snack with PCOS?

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.

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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