This ‘paleo’ (no grains, no dairy, no fruit) muffin makes a great snack – it’s low in carbs, quick and easy to make, and can be eaten ‘on the go’.

Ingredients

1tsp coconut oil

3tbsp coconut flour

1 tbsp ground flax seed

1 tsp vanilla essence

1 egg

pinch of bicarbinate of soda

Optional: for added crunch try adding 1-2tsp of cacao nibs.

Method

1. Put the coconut oil in a heat proof mug (or a heat proof container about the size of a tea cup/mug) and microwave for 30-45s until it melts.

2. Add all the other ingredients to the mug and mix thoroughly with a teaspoon.

3. Microwave for 90s.

That’s it! Now you have a tasty, nutritious snack to take anywhere.