Muffin in a Minute

When I teach people about low-carbing, the 'muffin in a minute' is one of the first things I make sure they try.  Being new to low-carb is always a hard adjustment as it relates to bread and breakfast.  This muffin idea is not only convenient, it provides that visual and bread sensation that so many people need.

This is not my recipe and it so old, many people admit to not knowing where it originated.  There are many ways to adjust it to your liking - sweet or savory - and the possibilities are endless.  Some of my favorites follow:

Instructions for the following recipes:  Put ingredients in a coffee mug (or bowl for a bun shape) and mix well.  Microwave for 1 minute or more until cooked.  Remove, slice, butter and eat - or put in toaster to toast.  Dash of salt to suit your taste is needed but not listed below.

MIM Options (Muffin in a Minute):  Makes 1 serving.
1/4 cup flax meal, 1 packet splenda, 1 large egg, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp butter.
or
1/4 c almond flour, liquid stevia, 1 egg, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp coconut oil

Variations:
Use either of the above ingredients but instead try olive oil for the fat, no sweetener and add rosemary and oregano.  Using a bowl for a bun, microwave, then slice and put in toaster.  Use toasted bun for egg salad or tuna salad and it is an amazing sandwich.  Or consider adding garlic salt and dust with parmesan cheese.

A sweet idea (pun) is to add banana extract and walnuts.  Or cocoa powder and mint extract.   
Keep thinking!