Cream Cheese-Stuffed Red Velvet Cookie - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 12 min

Servings: 2

Dessert

This Cream Cheese-Stuffed Red Velvet Cookie is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 5g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 27 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

5g Protein

30g Carbs

12g Fat

Grocery list: almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, erythritol, baking powder, red food coloring, unsalted butter, large egg, vanilla extract, cream cheese. GI: Almond flour (low), erythritol (low).

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour (120g)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25g)
1/2 cup erythritol (100g)
1 tsp baking powder (5g)
1/2 tsp red food coloring
1/4 cup unsalted butter (57g)
1 large egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup cream cheese (115g)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and baking powder.
Melt butter and add to the dry ingredients along with the egg, vanilla extract, and food coloring.
Form dough into balls and flatten, placing a dollop of cream cheese in the center. Fold dough around cream cheese.
Bake for 10-12 minutes.
Let cool before serving.

These Cream Cheese-Stuffed Red Velvet Cookies are not only delicious but also PCOS-friendly. Almond flour and erythritol are used as low GI alternatives to traditional ingredients, helping to manage insulin levels. The cream cheese provides a good source of calcium, and the almond flour is rich in fiber, both beneficial for PCOS. Enjoy this easy-to-make dessert that offers a sense of control and optimism in managing your PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cream Cheese-Stuffed Red Velvet Cookie good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cream Cheese-Stuffed Red Velvet Cookie recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 5g 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 Cream Cheese-Stuffed Red Velvet Cookie?

This recipe takes about 27 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 12 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 250 calories, 5g protein (8%), 30g carbs, 12g 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 Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dessert. 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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