Low Carb, Keto Friendly Microwave English Muffin

This low carb, keto friendly microwave English muffin is a quick bread substitute made with almond flour and flax meal. The batter cooks in the microwave for about two minutes, then the muffin is sliced horizontally and toasted.

It is also easy to adjust the flavor to match what you are making. Leave the batter as written for a simple base, add a little sweetener when you want something sweeter, or mix in seasonings for a savory or pizza-style version.

Why Make a Low Carb Microwave English Muffin?

Sometimes you only need one small serving of bread, and turning on the oven does not make much sense. This recipe uses a short microwave cooking time and basic mixing, so you can make a single round muffin without baking a whole batch.

Toasting is an important final step. After the muffin is cut in half horizontally, the exposed sides are ready to toast and top.

Use the Right Mug or Bowl

Choose a microwave-safe, straight-sided bowl or mug that is about 4 inches in diameter. The straight sides help give the muffin an even, round shape that can be sliced across the middle.

Coat the container with nonstick spray before adding the batter. This makes it easier to remove the cooked muffin without pulling apart the edges.

Watch the Microwave Time

The listed microwave time is two minutes, but microwave power varies. Yours may need a little more or less time. Using the recommended size of bowl or mug also keeps the batter from being spread too thin or sitting too deep.

Once it is cooked, cut the muffin in half horizontally and toast both halves before adding toppings.

Sweet and Savory Ideas

For a slightly sweet English muffin, add a little sweetener to the batter. Butter and sugar-free jelly make a simple topping after it has been toasted.

For a savory version, add seasonings that complement the meal you are serving. If you plan to use it as a pizza-style base, season the batter before microwaving it. Any added sweetener or seasoning will change the flavor, but the basic preparation stays the same.

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Low Carb Microwave English Muffin

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• 1/3 Cup of Almond Flour
• 2 Tablespoons of Flax Meal
• 3/4 Teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 Pinches of salt
• 1 Tablespoon Water
• 1 Tablespoon Oil
• 1 Egg

Instructions

• Directions
• 1.Mix all dry ingredients in a small bowl.
• 2.Add the wet ingredients to the bowl and mix well.
• 3.Spray a straight sided bowl or mug, about 4 inches in diameter, with non-stick spray. Add the batter to the bowl.
• 4.Microwave for 2 minutes (you microwave might need a little more or less time).
• Cut in half horizontally and toast.
• 6.Top with whatever you want. In the image below I topped mine with butter and sugar free jelly.