PCOS Keto Cheesecake Bars - Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Keto Cheesecake Bars - Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dessert

This PCOS Keto Cheesecake Bars - Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 6g protein, and 8g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories
6g Protein
8g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: almond flour, butter, granulated erythritol, vanilla extract, cream cheese, eggs, strawberries. This recipe uses low GI ingredients like almond flour (GI 15) and erythritol (GI 1).

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour (120g)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter (60g)
  • 1/4 cup granulated erythritol (50g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 16 oz cream cheese (450g)
  • 1/2 cup granulated erythritol (100g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (2.5ml)
  • 1/2 cup pureed strawberries (120g)
  • 1 tbsp granulated erythritol (15g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix almond flour, melted butter, erythritol, and vanilla extract to create the crust. Press into the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. Beat cream cheese and erythritol until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  5. Pour mixture over crust.
  6. Mix pureed strawberries and erythritol, then swirl into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until set.
  8. Cool before cutting into bars.
These PCOS-friendly cheesecake bars are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Almond flour is a great source of Vitamin E and magnesium, which can help manage insulin levels. Erythritol is a low GI sweetener, making it a better choice for blood sugar control. The cream cheese provides a good source of calcium and protein. Enjoy this dessert as part of a balanced diet to help manage PCOS symptoms.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Eggs.

Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Keto Cheesecake Bars - Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 6g 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 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 200 calories, 6g protein (12%), 8g carbs, 15g 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 Dessert. At 200 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dessert. 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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