Snack: PCOS Friendly Zucchini Bread - Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread

Grocery list: 1 medium zucchini, whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, unsweetened apple sauce, honey, coconut oil, 2 large eggs, pure vanilla extract. Low GI ingredients: whole wheat flour, almond flour, apple sauce.

This PCOS-friendly zucchini bread is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The whole wheat and almond flours are low GI, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. The zucchini provides a good source of magnesium, which can improve insulin resistance. The eggs provide a good source of protein and vitamin D, which is often deficient in women with PCOS. Enjoy this tasty snack that also helps manage your PCOS symptoms.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 50 mins

Total Time: 65 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

honey, eggs

Ingredients

1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini), 1 cup whole wheat flour (120g), 1/2 cup almond flour (56g), 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce (60g), 1/4 cup honey (84g), 1/4 cup coconut oil (56g), 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and set aside. 2. In a large bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. 3. In another bowl, whisk together the apple sauce, honey, coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. 4. Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring until just combined. 5. Fold in the shredded zucchini. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. 7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

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