PCOS Friendly Protein Pancake - Banana Nut Protein Pancakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This PCOS Friendly Protein Pancake - Banana Nut Protein Pancakes is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

20g Protein

40g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: ripe banana, eggs, almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, walnuts, cooking spray. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of almond flour and protein powder.

Ingredients

1 ripe banana (US: 1 cup, Metric: 200g)
2 eggs (US: 2 large, Metric: 100g)
1/2 cup of almond flour (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 50g)
1/4 cup of protein powder (US: 1/4 cup, Metric: 30g)
1/2 teaspoon of baking powder (US: 1/2 teaspoon, Metric: 2.5g), A pinch of salt
1/4 cup of chopped walnuts (US: 1/4 cup, Metric: 30g), Cooking spray

Instructions

Mash the banana in a bowl.
Add the eggs, almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix until smooth.
Stir in the chopped walnuts.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and spray with cooking spray.
Pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan for each pancake.
Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
Serve warm.

These Banana Nut Protein Pancakes are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that can help manage PCOS symptoms. The protein and healthy fats from the eggs, almond flour, and walnuts can help balance hormones and regulate blood sugar levels. The low GI ingredients can prevent spikes in blood sugar, which is beneficial for PCOS. This recipe is also rich in key nutrients for PCOS such as magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Protein Pancake - Banana Nut Protein Pancakes good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Protein Pancake - Banana Nut Protein Pancakes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 20g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Protein Pancake - Banana Nut Protein Pancakes?

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.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 20g protein (23%), 40g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 6g 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 350 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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