PCOS Breakfast Brownie - Zucchini Breakfast Brownies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This PCOS Breakfast Brownie - Zucchini Breakfast Brownies is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 6g protein, and 24g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

6g Protein

24g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: zucchini, almond butter, honey, cocoa powder, eggs, baking soda, salt. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of almond butter and honey.

Ingredients

1 cup shredded zucchini (US: 1 cup, Metric: 150g)
1/2 cup almond butter (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 120g)
1/4 cup honey (US: 1/4 cup, Metric: 60ml)
1/2 cup cocoa powder (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 50g)
2 eggs (US: 2 large eggs, Metric: 100g)
1 tsp baking soda (US: 1 tsp, Metric: 5g)
1/4 tsp salt (US: 1/4 tsp, Metric: 1.5g)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, almond butter, and honey.
Beat in the eggs.
Mix in the cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Pour the batter into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool before cutting into squares.

This PCOS-friendly breakfast brownie is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. Zucchini is a low GI food that helps regulate blood sugar levels. Almond butter provides healthy fats and protein, which can help maintain a healthy weight and reduce insulin resistance. Eggs are a good source of vitamin D, which has been shown to improve insulin resistance in women with PCOS. This recipe is also easy to make and can be personalized to your taste preferences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Breakfast Brownie - Zucchini Breakfast Brownies good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Breakfast Brownie - Zucchini Breakfast Brownies 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 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Breakfast Brownie - Zucchini Breakfast Brownies?

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.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 200 calories, 6g protein (12%), 24g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Breakfast with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 200 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. 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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