PCOS Friendly Protein Bar - Homemade Low-Carb Protein Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This PCOS Friendly Protein Bar - Homemade Low-Carb Protein Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 15g protein, and 8g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

15g Protein

8g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: almond butter, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut, dark chocolate chips. This recipe has a low GI due to the high fiber content from the chia seeds and almond butter.

Ingredients

1 cup almond butter (US) or 240 grams (Metric)
2 scoops vanilla protein powder (US) or 60 grams (Metric)
1/4 cup chia seeds (US) or 60 grams (Metric)
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (US) or 45 grams (Metric)
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (US) or 45 grams (Metric)

Instructions

Step 1: Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined. Step 2: Press the mixture into a lined baking dish. Step 3: Refrigerate for 2 hours. Step 4: Cut into bars and serve.

This PCOS-friendly protein bar is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The high protein content helps to keep you full and satisfied, while the low carb count and high fiber content help to manage blood sugar levels. The chia seeds provide a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for reducing inflammation. The dark chocolate chips add a touch of sweetness without spiking your blood sugar levels.

You Have a Recipe. But Do You Have a Full Week?

One great recipe is a start. A complete PCOS meal plan is a system. Here is how to go from one meal to a full week of eating that supports your hormones.

Take the 60-Second Quiz Tell us your PCOS type, preferences, and goals

Get Your 7-Day Meal Plan Personalized meals, grocery list, and prep schedule

Stop Guessing Every Day Know exactly what to eat, with recipes like this one built in

Build My Meal Plan

Free. Personalized. No signup required to start.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Protein Bar - Homemade Low-Carb Protein Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Protein Bar - Homemade Low-Carb 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 Bar - Homemade Low-Carb 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%), 8g 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.

Comments

Cook Another PCOS-Friendly Snack

Each recipe you add to your rotation makes PCOS management easier. Variety keeps you from getting bored and quitting.

PCOS Friendly Garlic Butter Naan Bread PCOS Friendly Piadina Romagnola Recipe PCOS-Friendly Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) PCOS-Friendly Pão Alentejano (Portuguese Country Bread) PCOS-Friendly Parotta (Indian Layered Flatbread) PCOS-Friendly Pan de Bono (Colombian Cheese Bread)

Browse All Snack Recipes