Oh, peanut butter andjelly, everyone’s fave childhood throwback, how we love you! Our adult palates have moved on to include Nutella, Biscoff, and sophisticated nut butters, it’s true. But when comfort food cravings call, it’s we really hanker for. Luckily, these days our options go beyond the simple sammy. The classic combo is not just for lunch anymore. Here are 18 PB&J-inspired recipes you need to try, like, right now.
When you’re craving something sweet, but don’t want to fall into a sugar coma, this smoothie hits the spot. It’s perfect for an after-the-gym treat or late night snack. (via Sun Diego Eats)
If you’re a true PB&J fan (and who isn’t?), you’ll fall in love with this healthy breakfast pudding. It’s real and it’s happening, so ready your breakfast spoons. (via Minimalist Baker)
Have you tasted the deliciousness that is Whole Foods PBJ granola? Yeah, this is just like that only, no *whole paycheck.* Home baking for the win! (via Averie Cooks)
Make-ahead oatmeal is a lifesaver on busy mornings. This protein-packed version just gets sweeter and creamier the longer it sits in the fridge. (via The Gourmet RD)
These tasty treats take just 15 minutes to prep and they keep well in the freezer. Make a double batch and you can take a few to the office daily for a little four o’clock pick-me-up. (via Minimalist Baker)
You’re looking at a peanut butter muffin that’s been STUFFED with jelly. Remember back in the day when *snack* was a scheduled-in mealtime? Well, snack is back! (via A Cookie Named Desire)
Talk about your food hybrids, this recipe combines TWO of everyone’s childhood faves — PB&J and brownies. Like a foodie time machine, just the smell of this recipe baking in the oven will transport you back. (via The Life Jolie)
Oh, em, gee — these peanut butter cupcakes with peanut butter buttercream are simply OOZING fruity jam. Prepare to meet your new food obsession! (via Gluten Free With L.B.)
A plume of fluffy filling and ribbon of jam sandwiched between two sweet cookie-cakes — what’s not to love? It’s the PB&J sammy taken to a whole new level. (via Community Table)
This peanut butter cake is frosted in grape jelly-flavored buttercream icing. You’ve got to try this, like, right now. (via Confessions of a Cookbook Queen)
Have you ever seen PB&J in such a cutie-patootie form? Whip up a batch of these and take them into the office, and you’ll be everyone’s BFF. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)
This macaron recipe calls for peanuts to supplement the usual almonds. That’s what gives them that genuine peanut-buttery flavor you want to have sandwiching your fave grape jelly. (via Tartelette)
This one’s for all the gluten-free folks in the house. These bars have all the wonderful flavor you crave, without any of the bad stuff. (via Minimalist Baker)
These little bites call for just five ingredients and come together in 20 minutes. They make a delicious, healthy snack that’s easy to grab and go. (via Handmade Charlotte)
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Opt for Natural Peanut Butter. Whether you're team chunky or creamy, peanut butter commonly has added sugar and unhealthy (aka hydrogenated) fats on its ingredients list. ...
Yes, you can enjoy peanut butter and jelly without carbs by using lettuce wraps instead of bread or by simply spreading the peanut butter and jelly on celery sticks or apple slices for a low-carb snack.
A PB&J in the US is most commonly made with grape jelly (which means jam in American), which I know because I googled it. Grape jam isn't widely available here in the UK, but that's OK because one thing we do have in abundance is lots of really quite delicious and fancy jams.
Good news, sandwich lovers — PB&J can definitely be part of a well-balanced diet, and could help with weight loss! Especially if you follow the healthy hacks mentioned above. The nutritional value of a PB&J does allow this sandwich to be a part of a well-balanced diet, and it may help with weight loss.
A PB&J has 15 grams of protein per serving, 13 grams of plant-based unsaturated fat and 5 grams of fiber. That keeps you full and helps build muscle. Plus 12.5 grams of sugar provides the quick release of energy that athletes need.
Peanut butter is unlikely to lead to unwanted weight gain if eaten within your daily calorie needs. Yet, it's also a nutritious option if you're seeking healthy weight gain.
Jelly and jam are technically different, but when it comes to making a PB&J sandwich, they both work! I personally prefer using jam. Both are made by cooking sugar and almost any fruit; apples, blueberries, strawberries, grapes and raspberries are some of the most common.
Unless it's not smooth enough and you are choking on it. Since I was small, I used to take a spoonful of peanut butter and just eat it, like eating a mashed potato. No need any liquid or beverage. It is not physically impossible to swallow peanut butter.
Banana shake sounds perfect. Especially good when the grilled pb&j is on a multi-grain bread with chunky pb and apple butter. :) Nutella on a pb&j is pretty awesome too. Thin apple slices, adds some crunch and a bit of sweetness.
Apply the jelly to one slice of the bread but keep jelly about a half an inch away from the edge of the bread on all sides. By doing this, the peanut butter will "seal" the sandwich and it will not get soggy. Put the sandwich together. Wrap and place in freezer bags.
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When you’re craving something sweet, but don’t want to fall into a sugar coma, this smoothie hits the spot. It’s perfect for an after-the-gym treat or late night snack. (via Sun Diego Eats)
If you’re a true PB&J fan (and who isn’t?), you’ll fall in love with this healthy breakfast pudding. It’s real and it’s happening, so ready your breakfast spoons. (via Minimalist Baker)
Have you tasted the deliciousness that is Whole Foods PBJ granola? Yeah, this is just like that only, no *whole paycheck.* Home baking for the win! (via Averie Cooks)
This PB&J parfait has tons of flavor with no added sugar, thanks to all-natural fruit preserves. (Sprinkle & Toss)
Make-ahead oatmeal is a lifesaver on busy mornings. This protein-packed version just gets sweeter and creamier the longer it sits in the fridge. (via The Gourmet RD)
These tasty treats take just 15 minutes to prep and they keep well in the freezer. Make a double batch and you can take a few to the office daily for a little four o’clock pick-me-up. (via Minimalist Baker)
You’re looking at a peanut butter muffin that’s been STUFFED with jelly. Remember back in the day when *snack* was a scheduled-in mealtime? Well, snack is back! (via A Cookie Named Desire)
This bar recipe is built on a peanut butter cookie crust. Kids young and old will gobble them up. (via Culinary Hill)
Talk about your food hybrids, this recipe combines TWO of everyone’s childhood faves — PB&J and brownies. Like a foodie time machine, just the smell of this recipe baking in the oven will transport you back. (via The Life Jolie)
Oh, em, gee — these peanut butter cupcakes with peanut butter buttercream are simply OOZING fruity jam. Prepare to meet your new food obsession! (via Gluten Free With L.B.)
A plume of fluffy filling and ribbon of jam sandwiched between two sweet cookie-cakes — what’s not to love? It’s the PB&J sammy taken to a whole new level. (via Community Table)
Everyone loves a good poke cake. They travel easily, feed a crowd, and make everyone ooh and ahh. (via IHeart Eating)
There’s nothing better than a homemade bakery style donut — unless it’s one that’s JAM-packed with peanut butter and jelly. (via Baker by Nature)
This peanut butter cake is frosted in grape jelly-flavored buttercream icing. You’ve got to try this, like, right now. (via Confessions of a Cookbook Queen)
Have you ever seen PB&J in such a cutie-patootie form? Whip up a batch of these and take them into the office, and you’ll be everyone’s BFF. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)
This macaron recipe calls for peanuts to supplement the usual almonds. That’s what gives them that genuine peanut-buttery flavor you want to have sandwiching your fave grape jelly. (via Tartelette)
This one’s for all the gluten-free folks in the house. These bars have all the wonderful flavor you crave, without any of the bad stuff. (via Minimalist Baker)
These little bites call for just five ingredients and come together in 20 minutes. They make a delicious, healthy snack that’s easy to grab and go. (via Handmade Charlotte)