Magic muffins

THIS recipe comes from Katy Threlfall from Dr Unwin’s low-carb patient group. As a busy mum, she makes one each day for a late breakfast or to carry on the go. The muffins can be eaten just as they are or topped with crème fraîche and strawberries.

SERVES 1 Per serving: Calories, 536; carbohydrates, 15g; protein, 21g; fat, 42g; fibre, 7.5g

1 egg 1 knob of butter or 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 50g ground almonds ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp vanilla extract ½ apple or pear, grated

MIX the egg and fat together in a bowl, then add other ingredients and stir well. Spoon into a mug and microwave on full power for three minutes.

VARIATIONS

SAVOURY: Use the standard recipe but instead of the apple add half a grated courgette, pinch of dried oregano, 15g grated Parmesan and a tablespoon chopped coriander. After cooking the muffin, cut it into slices and top with cream cheese, cherry tomatoes and torn basil leaves.

CHOCOLATE: Use the standard recipe and add a teaspoon cocoa powder, half a teaspoon vanilla extract and pieces of 90 per cent dark chocolate.