Is there a right way to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?
By Ruka Olunlade
A peanut butter and jelly sandwich, often called PB&J, is a popular and easy-to-make meal in the United States. It combines peanut butter's rich, nutty flavor with jelly's sweet, fruity taste. It's a simple and beloved comfort food, often enjoyed by people of all ages.
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Classic PB&J
Spread jelly or jam on another slice of bread.
Spread jelly or jam on another slice of bread.
Press the two slices together, peanut butter and jelly sides facing each other.
Double-Decker PB&J
Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.
Spread jelly or jam on another slice of bread.
Add a second slice of bread on top of the first one, and repeat the peanut butter and jelly layers.
Top with a final slice of bread.
Grilled PB&J
Make a classic PB&J.
Butter the outside of the sandwich.
Grill it in a pan until the bread is golden brown and the inside is warm.
PB&J with Honey
Make a classic PB&J.
Drizzle honey on one or both spreads for extra sweetness.
Nutella PB&J
Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.
Spread Nutella (chocolate-hazelnut spread) on another slice of bread.
Press the two slices together.
Nut Butter PB&J
Use almond butter, cashew butter, or any other nut butter instead of peanut butter in a classic PB&J.
Sliced Fruit PB&J
Make a classic PB&J.
Add thinly sliced bananas, strawberries, or apples between the peanut butter and jelly.
Crunchy PB&J
Make a classic PB&J.
Sprinkle some crushed peanuts or your favorite cereal, like cornflakes, on the peanut butter before adding the jelly.
Open-Faced PB&J
Spread peanut butter on a single slice of bread.
Spread jelly or jam on top.
Enjoy it without the second slice of bread.