This PCOS Anti-Androgen Spearmint Cookies - Sugar-Free Spearmint Shortbread Cookies is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 4g protein, and 12g carbs per serving. Ready in 27 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Combine all ingredients in a food processor until a dough forms.
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Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
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Cut out cookies using a cookie cutter and place on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
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Allow to cool completely before serving.
Why this PCOS Anti-Androgen Spearmint Cookies - Sugar-Free Spearmint Shortbread Cookies works for PCOS
At 12g of carbohydrates per serving, this PCOS Anti-Androgen Spearmint Cookies - Sugar-Free Spearmint Shortbread 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 PCOS Anti-Androgen Spearmint Cookies - Sugar-Free Spearmint Shortbread 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 100mg of sodium per serving, this PCOS Anti-Androgen Spearmint Cookies - Sugar-Free Spearmint Shortbread 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 PCOS Anti-Androgen Spearmint Cookies - Sugar-Free Spearmint Shortbread Cookies recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 calories per serving with 4g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 27 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 12 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 150 calories, 4g protein (11%), 12g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 2g 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 150 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 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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