Description
A nostalgic yet versatile sandwich made with peanut butter and jam that caters to both traditional and adventurous taste buds. Quick to make and easy to customize.
Ingredients
2 slices of fresh bread (white, multigrain, or sourdough)
2 tablespoons creamy or crunchy peanut butter (or almond/cashew butter)
2 tablespoons jam (grape, strawberry, fig, raspberry, or cherry)
Optional: banana slices, chia seeds, crushed peanuts, honey, dark chocolate
Instructions
1. Start with fresh bread. For toasted versions, lightly butter the outsides.
2. Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.
3. Spread jam evenly on the other slice.
4. Add extras like banana slices or dark chocolate if desired.
5. Press the halves together and slice diagonally.
6. Optional: Grill the sandwich for a panini-style finish.
Notes
Use natural nut butters and low-sugar fruit spreads for a healthier version.
Wrap tightly and refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze for meal prep.
Microwave 10 seconds before serving for a melty texture.
Pair with coffee, milk, or fruit for a complete snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook or Toasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peanut butter, jam, sandwich, PB&J, classic, easy, snack