This PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 20g protein, and 15g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
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Instructions
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Preheat your waffle iron.
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In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, collagen peptides, baking powder, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
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Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Why this PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles works for PCOS
This PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles delivers 20g of protein per serving, which sits in the moderate range for a PCOS-friendly meal. If you find yourself hungry within 2-3 hours, pair this dish with an additional protein source (Greek yogurt, a boiled egg, or a small portion of fish) to push the meal closer to the 25-35g per-meal target most PCOS dietitians recommend.
At 15g of carbohydrates per serving, this PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles 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.
Eating a substantial breakfast like this PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles is one of the highest-leverage moves you can make for PCOS. In the Jakubowicz et al. 2013 trial published in Clinical Science, women with PCOS who front-loaded calories to breakfast reduced fasting insulin by 56% and increased ovulation rates 50%, with no change in total calories. Front-loading works because insulin sensitivity is highest in the morning and lowest at night.
At 300mg of sodium per serving, this PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles 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 Friendly Protein Waffles - Collagen Peptide Protein Waffles recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 20g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 250 calories, 20g protein (32%), 15g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 3g 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 Breakfast. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. 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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