Matcha Dessert for PCOS - Matcha Almond Butter Cups - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 60 min

Servings: 2

Dessert

This Matcha Dessert for PCOS - Matcha Almond Butter Cups is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 210 calories, 6g protein, and 12g carbs per serving. Ready in 70 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

210 Calories

6g Protein

12g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: Almond butter, coconut oil, matcha powder, honey, dark chocolate chips, sea salt. This dessert has a low GI due to the use of almond butter and dark chocolate.

Ingredients

1/2 cup of almond butter (120g)
1/4 cup of coconut oil (60ml)
2 tablespoons of matcha powder (30g)
1 tablespoon of honey (15ml)
1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips (90g)
1/4 teaspoon of sea salt (1.25g)

Instructions

Melt the coconut oil and almond butter together in a saucepan over low heat.
Stir in the matcha powder and honey until well combined.
Pour the mixture into silicone cupcake molds and freeze for 30 minutes.
Melt the dark chocolate chips and pour over the frozen matcha mixture.
Sprinkle with sea salt and freeze again for another 30 minutes.
Enjoy chilled.

This dessert is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. Almond butter is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce insulin resistance. Matcha is high in antioxidants and can help reduce inflammation. Dark chocolate is low in sugar and high in iron and magnesium, which are important for hormone regulation. Enjoy this dessert as part of a balanced diet to help manage your PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matcha Dessert for PCOS - Matcha Almond Butter Cups good for PCOS?

Yes, this Matcha Dessert for PCOS - Matcha Almond Butter Cups recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 210 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 Matcha Dessert for PCOS - Matcha Almond Butter Cups?

This recipe takes about 70 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 60 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 210 calories, 6g protein (11%), 12g 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 210 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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