Mug Muffins!

      Do you ever wake up in the morning with a crazy craving for carbs? I've been trying to eliminate most gluten in my daily diet but there's just some days that I want to make a short stack of toast, throw some peanut butter on top and go to town.

     Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut, and oats. It is hidden in pizza, pasta, bread, wraps, rolls, and most processed foods. A lot of people are showing signs of intolerance to these foods and many people that are switching to a gluten-free diet are feeling more energetic and healthy.

     I think I have found the perfect substitute when your just dying to run to the donut shop, stop into Einstein bagels, or go all out and bake a couple dozen muffins.

TRY A MUG MUFFIN!

Mug muffins are a great way to get your "carb fix" without the gluten guilt. These muffins are also a great breakfast option for someone who only has time to grab something quick as they're running out the door. This breakfast will leave you feeling full longer and compliment a peice of fruit nicely for a well balance breakfast.They are full of fiber and you can add almost any nut or frozen fruit that fits your fancy!

So they look a little crazy.... Try and dress them up with freshly sliced berries and powdered sugar to serve!

I'm loving my new monogrammed mug from my bride babe. 

Here are a few Mug Muffins recipies to get you started. As you get more comfortable, dont be afraid to throw a little of this and a dash of that to find your favorite flavors.

Walnut Skinny Muffin
1/4 cup ground flax
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. coconut oil
1 egg
1 packet steviva
2 tbsp. walnuts, chopped

Blueberry Skinny Muffin
1/4 cup ground flax
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. coconut oil
1 egg
1 packet steviva
2 tbsp. blueberries

Lemon Chia Muffin
1/4 cup ground flax
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. Chia powder
1 tsp. Barlean's Omega Swirl Lemon Zest
1 egg
1 packets steviva

Directions:
1) Spray your mug so your ingredients don't stick
2) Mix all ingredients together in the coffee mug
3) Microwave for 50 seconds and enjoy

Tasty Tip: a little peanut butter spread on top NEVER hurts.

Enjoy!