Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 75 calories, 4g protein, and 14g carbs per serving. Ready in 21 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup skim milk
- ¼ cup Splenda Brown Sugar Blend
- ½ cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup non-fat, plain Greek yogurt
- 1 15-oz can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 8 4-oz. ramekins (or other dessert cups)
- ½ cup fat-free whipped topping
Instructions
- Whisk together milk, Splenda Brown Sugar, low-fat buttermilk and unflavored gelatin in a medium saucepan off the heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
- Place milk and gelatin mixture on the stovetop over medium heat. Stirring frequently, heat until milk just begins to bubble. Do not boil.
- Add hot milk mixture to pumpkin mixture and whisk until smooth and combined.
- Divide pumpkin mixture evenly among 8 4-oz ramekins or dessert cups and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (best if overnight).
- To serve, top each panna cotta with 1 Tbsp fat-free whipped topping.
- Chef Tip: You can make your own pumpkin pie spice mix by combining 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon with ¼ teaspoon nutmeg and ¼ teaspoon allspice. Be sure you are buying canned pumpkin for this recipe, not pumpkin pie filling.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta contribute to your health goals:
- Greek yogurt: Probiotics support gut health which is linked to hormone regulation in PCOS
- Yogurt: Gut-friendly bacteria may help regulate the hormonal imbalances in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 75 calories per serving with 4g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 21 minutes total. Prep time is 16 minutes and cook time is 5 minutes. It makes 8 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 75 calories, 4g protein (21%), 14g carbs, 0g fat. Plus 2g 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 Lunch. At 75 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 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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