Homemade Classic PB&J
A quick and easy peanut butter and jelly sandwich made with quality ingredients and a little care, perfect for nostalgic lunches or cozy snacks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of soft white or whole wheat bread (bakery-fresh sandwich bread or brioche preferred)
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (natural peanut butter recommended)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry or raspberry jam (homemade or store-bought with real fruit pieces)
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, softened (optional, for grilling)
Instructions
- Lay out 2 slices of your chosen bread on a clean cutting board. Lightly toast them in a toaster or skillet for about 1-2 minutes until just golden but still soft, if desired.
- Using a butter knife, spread about 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter evenly across one slice of bread.
- On the second slice, spread 2 tablespoons of your favorite jam. Warm the jam slightly if it is thick for easier spreading.
- Carefully place the slice with jam on top of the peanut butter slice, jam side down. Gently press together without squeezing out the filling.
- Optional: Melt 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the sandwich diagonally or straight down the middle. Serve immediately.
Notes
Stir natural peanut butter before spreading to avoid separation. Avoid overloading jam to prevent sogginess. For packed lunches, spread peanut butter on both slices to create a moisture barrier. Use medium-low heat when grilling to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 10
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