20 Peanut Butter and Jelly Recipes That Taste Like Nostalgia
Think outside of the (lunch)box.

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Peanut butter and jelly is a classic for a reason. The combination of sweet, fruity jelly mixed with creamy, rich peanut butter all spread generously on soft sandwich bread is a great lunch bite at any age. When it comes to the sandwich itself, you can change up the type of nut butter spread (think: cashew or almond butter) as well as the type of jelly (are you team grape or strawberry?).
But there's so much more you can do with the duo than make a sandwich. That's where these peanut butter and jelly-inspired recipes come into play. Here, you'll find pies, popsicles, and more—all of which use the two basic ingredients from the childhood staple. A perfect example? Ree's recipe for a No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie. Fruit jam or jelly creates a mesmerizing swirl in a peanut butter-based treat. The crust is made with crushed Ritz crackers, another nod to those PB&J crackers from your school lunch days.
Another fun twist on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are icy treats for a hot summer day. Try popsicles or ice cream sandwiches, which are made with creamy peanut butter. Feel free to change up the flavor of fruit jelly to fit your preferences. Not a fan of strawberry? Use grape instead! You'll also find pancakes for breakfast and after-school snacks for kids and adults alike. Either way, you'll enjoy a taste of nostalgia with these peanut butter and jelly recipes.


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