PCOS-Friendly Almond Flour Muffins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS-Friendly Almond Flour Muffins
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Servings: 2
Breakfast

This PCOS-Friendly Almond Flour Muffins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 8g protein, and 18g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
8g Protein
18g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: almond flour, unsweetened almond milk, eggs, honey, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, blueberries. The main ingredients, almond flour and blueberries, have a low Glycemic Index, making this recipe ideal for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups of almond flour (150g)
  • 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk (120ml)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons of honey (30ml)
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder (5g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon (2.5g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt (1.25g)
  • 1/2 cup of blueberries (75g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, and honey.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the blueberries.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
These PCOS-friendly almond flour muffins are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for PCOS. Almond flour is a great source of magnesium and vitamin E, which can help improve insulin resistance, a common issue in PCOS. Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and have a low Glycemic Index, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. This recipe is quick, easy, and offers a sense of control and optimism in managing PCOS through diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS-Friendly Almond Flour Muffins recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 8g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 250 calories, 8g protein (13%), 18g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 4g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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