PCOS-Friendly Protein Apple Donuts

LØUCO PCOS-Friendly Apple Donuts: High-Protein Blood Sugar Snack

A blood-sugar-balancing, chocolatey treat that supports your hormones.

When sugar cravings hit but you’re trying to support your body, especially with PCOS, these Apple Donuts are the perfect answer.

Topped with almond butter, LØUCO Protein, dark chocolate, and hormone-loving seeds, they’re a no-bake, whole-food snack designed to nourish and satisfy.

At a Glance

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cool Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 2 crisp apples
  • 100g dark chocolate
  • 2 tbsp almond butter
  • 20g LØUCO Protein Powder
  • Pumpkin seeds, to top
  • Cacao nibs, to top

 

Method

  • Core the apples and slice into thick rings (about 1cm thick). Pat dry with kitchen paper to help the toppings stick.
  • In a heatproof bowl, melt dark chocolate over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave.
  • In a separate bowl, mix almond butter and LØUCO Protein Powder until smooth.
  • Spread the almond butter mixture on each apple ring.
  • Drizzle or dip with melted dark chocolate.
  • Top with pumpkin seeds and cacao nibs for crunch and hormone-supporting minerals.
  • Transfer to the fridge for 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
  • Serve chilled or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

 

LØUCO Tip

Swap almond butter for tahini or sunflower seed butter if you’re nut-free, just keep the LØUCO in for your protein boost!

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