The peanut butter and jelly (PB&J) is an iconic sandwich and America’s favorite for a reason. First of all, it is painfully easy to make. You just take two slices of bread, smear some jelly on one slice, peanut butter on the other, and you’re done. Secondly, it will always be delicious no matter how many times you had it before.
Now, people often say that you don’t want to mess with the winning formula, and they’re probably right. But that didn’t stop us from doing exactly that and looking into ways to step up your PB&J game and make a great sandwich even better. So let’s check them out.
Add Some Fruit to Your PB&J
Fresh fruit goes excellent with PB&J as it gives the sandwich an even richer taste. Most people add bananas, but apples, blueberries, and strawberries will also work great.
Experiment with Bread
Your usual classic white bread is great, and all, but swapping it with a different kind could do wonders for your peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Try flavored bread or those with add-ins like chocolate and raisins. Sourdough bread can also make a world of difference.
Try Homemade Jelly
Homemade jelly is a gift sent from heaven for PB&J lovers. Besides being the healthier option, it also allows you to mix and match until you find the best combination.
Stuff it With Crunchy Stuff
If you tried crunchy peanut butter, then you know that crunchy stuff is a great companion to PB&J. But don’t stop there. Chips, pretzels, cornflakes, and cereals will give your sandwich an extra crunch and pack a lot of flavors while you’re snacking.
Grilled PB&J
Next time you are making a PB&J, give it a grilled cheese treatment. The bread will have a nice thin crust, while the inside of the sandwich will get warm, gooey, and incredibly satisfying.
