This PCOS Friendly Protein Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 15g protein, and 8g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Spread peanuts on a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes.
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In a saucepan, combine protein powder, erythritol, and water. Stir until smooth.
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Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
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Stir in vanilla extract.
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Add roasted peanuts to the saucepan and stir until coated.
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Pour mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread evenly.
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Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Why this PCOS Friendly Protein Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle works for PCOS
This PCOS Friendly Protein Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle delivers 15g 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 8g of carbohydrates per serving, this PCOS Friendly Protein Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle 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 Friendly Protein Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle 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 10mg of sodium per serving, this PCOS Friendly Protein Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle 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 Brittle - Sugar-Free Peanut Protein Brittle recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 15g 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 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 200 calories, 15g protein (30%), 8g carbs, 12g 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 Snack. At 200 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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