Healthy Homemade Granola - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This Healthy Homemade Granola is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 10g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

10g Protein

45g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of rolled oats, raw almonds, raw pumpkin seeds, raw sunflower seeds, unsweetened dried fruit, chia seeds, honey, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. The Glycemic Index (GI) for the main ingredients are: rolled oats (55), almonds (0), pumpkin seeds (0), sunflower seeds (0), dried fruit (depends on the fruit, but usually around 50), and honey (58).

Ingredients

2 cups of rolled oats (160g)
1/2 cup of raw almonds (70g)
1/4 cup of raw pumpkin seeds (30g)
1/4 cup of raw sunflower seeds (30g)
1/2 cup of unsweetened dried fruit (70g)
2 tablespoons of chia seeds (20g)
1/4 cup of honey (60ml)
1/4 cup of coconut oil (60ml)
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (5ml)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, dried fruit, and chia seeds.
In a small saucepan, heat the honey, coconut oil, and vanilla extract over low heat until it's well combined.
Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Let it cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

This Healthy Homemade Granola is a great way to start your day. It's packed with fiber from the oats and seeds, which can help regulate your blood sugar levels. The almonds provide a good source of monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and improve insulin resistance. The chia seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for PCOS. This recipe is easy to customize to your personal taste and dietary needs, giving you a sense of control and empowerment over your diet. Plus, it's quick and easy to make, perfect for a fast, personalized meal planning.

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 Healthy Homemade Granola good for PCOS?

Yes, this Healthy Homemade Granola recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 10g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Healthy Homemade Granola?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 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: 350 calories, 10g protein (11%), 45g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 8g 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.

Comments

Cook Another PCOS-Friendly Breakfast

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 Breakfast Recipes