Cream Cheese Biscuit - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup ground golden flaxseed meal
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1 cup almond meal flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2/3 tbsp dry yeast
- 2 tbsps heavy cream
- 5 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsps vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
- Soften cream cheese in microwave for 20 seconds. Add yeast, cream, vinegar and 2 tablespoons warm water and mix.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix well.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Add the cheese and mix. Scoop into muffin pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
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 Cream Cheese Biscuit contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Almond: Magnesium helps improve insulin sensitivity and reduce PCOS symptoms
- Flaxseed: Contain lignans that may help reduce androgen levels 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. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Cream Cheese Biscuit 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Eggs.
Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.
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