Breakfast: PCOS Friendly Protein Muffins - Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins

Grocery list: whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, unsweetened applesauce, honey, non-fat Greek yogurt, egg, vanilla extract, apple. The apples and whole wheat flour in this recipe have a low Glycemic Index (GI), which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

These PCOS-friendly protein muffins are packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. The protein helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied, while the fiber from the whole wheat flour and apples helps to regulate your blood sugar levels. The cinnamon not only adds flavor, but also has anti-inflammatory properties. These muffins are a quick and easy breakfast option that can be made ahead of time, giving you control over your meal planning and helping to reduce stress.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 25 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

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Health benefits of PCOS Friendly Protein Muffins - Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins

Ingredients

1 cup of whole wheat flour (120g), 1 scoop of protein powder (30g), 1 tsp of baking powder (5g), 1/2 tsp of baking soda (2.5g), 1/4 tsp of salt (1.5g), 1 tsp of cinnamon (2.6g), 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce (60g), 1/4 cup of honey (85g), 1/2 cup of non-fat Greek yogurt (123g), 1 large egg, 1 tsp of vanilla extract (4.2g), 1 medium apple (182g)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin. 2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. 3. In another bowl, mix together the applesauce, honey, Greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract. 4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. 5. Fold in the diced apple. 6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. 7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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