Keto Pigs in a Blanket - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Keto Pigs in a Blanket
Prep: 16 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 37
Lunch

This Keto Pigs in a Blanket is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 2669 calories, 142g protein, and 38.5g carbs per serving. Ready in 31 minutes.

Nutrition per Serving

2669 Calories
142g Protein
38.5g Carbs
217g Fat
This american Keto Pigs in a Blanket makes for a satisfying and nutritious midday meal. For women with PCOS, lunch is an opportunity to refuel with nutrient-dense foods that help maintain stable blood sugar levels and sustained energy throughout the afternoon. This recipe is thoughtfully crafted to deliver the right balance of macronutrients.

Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids. Almond is provide healthy fats, protein, and magnesium.

Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings. Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health.

Baking and roasting are excellent cooking methods for PCOS-friendly meals as they require minimal added fat while developing deep flavors. This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your lunch.

Ingredients

  • 37 Lit’l Smokies
  • 8 oz. Cheddar Cheese (~2 cups)
  • 3/4 cup Almond Flour
  • 1 tbsp. Psyllium Husk Powder
  • 1.5 oz. Cream Cheese (~3 tbsp.)
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. Pepper

Instructions

  1. Measure out the dry ingredients and the wet ingredients.
  2. Start by melting the cheddar cheese in the microwave. Go in 20 second intervals and stir to make sure the melting is even. once it’s fully melted and slightly bubbling on the outside, it is ready.
  3. While the cheddar is still hot, mix together all of the ingredients to make the dough.
  4. Spread the dough out on a silpat until it fills the entire sheet. Make sure it is even.
  5. Place dough in the fridge to harden up for 15-20 minutes. Pre-heat your oven to 400F while you do this.
  6. Once the dough is cold, transfer to foil to cut. You should never use knives on your silpat.
  7. Slice the dough into strips and wrap around the Lit’l Smokies. Then bake for 13-15 minutes. Before taking them out, you can additionally broil them for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve while warm. A sauce that is acidic and slightly sweet would work very well.

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 Keto Pigs in a Blanket 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

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 Keto Pigs in a Blanket 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 Keto Pigs in a Blanket recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 2669 calories per serving with 142g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

This recipe takes about 31 minutes total. Prep time is 16 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 37 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 2669 calories, 142g protein (21%), 38.5g carbs, 217g fat. 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 2669 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 37 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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