PCOS Friendly Protein Bars - Cherry Almond Protein Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This PCOS Friendly Protein Bars - Cherry Almond Protein Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 15g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

15g Protein

20g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: dried cherries, almonds, protein powder, honey, almond butter. This recipe has a low Glycemic Index due to the high protein and fiber content.

Ingredients

1 cup dried cherries (US)
150g dried cherries (Metric)
1 cup almonds (US)
150g almonds (Metric)
2 cups protein powder (US)
480g protein powder (Metric)
1/2 cup honey (US)
120ml honey (Metric)
1/2 cup almond butter (US)
120g almond butter (Metric)

Instructions

Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Step 2: Process until the mixture is smooth. Step 3: Press the mixture into a lined baking dish. Step 4: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Step 5: Cut into bars and serve.

These protein bars are packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS, such as protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Almonds provide magnesium, which helps regulate blood sugar levels, and cherries are a good source of antioxidants. The low GI of this recipe makes it a great choice for those with PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Protein Bars - Cherry Almond Protein Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Protein Bars - Cherry Almond Protein Bars 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 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Protein Bars - Cherry Almond Protein Bars?

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 200 calories, 15g protein (30%), 20g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

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.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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