Last updated on August 8th, 2019 at 02:30 pm
* This is a sponsored post for SKIPPY® Peanut Butter *
Crunchy peanut butter, a sweet strawberry sauce and some extra fruit sandwiched between two slices of bread make a delicious nostalgic sandwich. It’s National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, so we have teamed up with SKIPPY Peanut Butter to share a healthier version of this classic sandwich. All the taste, but extra nutritious!
Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
I love that there is a day dedicated to almost everything and Peanut Butter Jelly Sandwiches are no exception. This classic sandwich that so many of us grew up eating deserves to be celebrated once a year (if not once a week).
We have taken this classic sandwich and put a healthier twist on it by making our own chia seed strawberry puree, using wholemeal bread and packing it with some extra fruit.
SKIPPY Peanut Butter
Peanut butter is the star of this sandwich, so you want to use an excellent quality peanut butter like SKIPPY® Peanut Butter. What makes SKIPPY® Peanut Butter so different is the sweeter American peanuts that have a finer grind which just melts in the mouth.
Love a crunchier peanut butter? You can also enjoy the Extra Crunchy variety which contains large peanut pieces in a deliciously creamy mix, which is what we used in this sandwich.
America’s original SKIPPY® Peanut Butter was just made to accompany Jelly (or Jam to us here in the UK) to make the perfect stateside sandwich. With a US heritage that spans more than 80 years, SKIPPY® Peanut Butter is made from only the finest American peanuts, to give a unique nut-packed taste, with a creamy texture that melts in the mouth.
Millions of Americans enjoy SKIPPY® Peanut Butter daily and it’s now the UK’s turn to ‘Go Nuts’ for SKIPPY® Peanut Butter. In 1933, Joseph Rosenfield changed the formula for peanut butter to create SKIPPY® Peanut Butter, which was less sticky and longer-lasting.
Is a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Healthy?
Protein is important in our daily diets and SKIPPY® Peanut Butter is delicious and a good source of protein, providing 22.1g per 100g. SKIPPY® Peanut Butter is made only with high quality peanuts sourced from the USA, just one of the reasons the taste is so authentic! The main source of peanuts for other brands in the UK is China and Brazil.
We have also made this classic sandwich healthier by making our own chia seed strawberry jam, using wholemeal bread and adding some extra fruit in there for added nutrition.
The chia seed jam isn’t as overly sweet as traditional jam (jelly), which means lower in sugar and calories and the chia seeds in it add some extra protein. This is a great option for kids that love a PB&J Sandwich.
Other Ingredients To Add
We added some blueberries and banana slices, as not only does it give this sandwich a nutrient boost, but some extra texture too. You can get really creative with this sandwich, and add other fruit slices or even some chocolate chips.
Feeling a bit more adventurous? Why not swap the strawberry jam for a savoury version like a chilli jam or bacon jam. This sandwich is also great toasted, as the peanut butter gets a bit melty.
You don’t have to use regular bread slices either. You could make this sandwich in a bagel, English muffin or tortilla to mix things up a bit.
How To Make a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich – Step by Step:
One: Hull the strawberries and chop them into small chunks.
Two: Put the chopped strawberries and the honey into a pan over a medium heat.
Three: Bring to a simmer and mash down with a wooden spoon. Stir continuously for 6 minutes.
Four: Take off the heat and add the chia seeds.
Five: Mix well and pour into a bowl and leave to cool for 10 minutes.
Six: Spread the peanut butter over each slice of bread.
Seven: Add the strawberry jelly.
Eight: Top with fruit and another slice of bread.
Other Sandwich Recipes To Try:
The Ultimate Hummus Sandwich
Roasted Red Pepper and Spinach Sandwich
The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich
Loaded Tuna Sandwich
Honey and Banana Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Harissa Halloumi Sandwich
Some extra tips for this Peanut Butter Jelly Sandwich:
- Try toasting the bread and then grilling this sandwich to make the peanut butter nice and melty.
- You don’t have to use regular bread slices for this sandwich. Try making it with bagels, English muffins or tortillas.
- Mix things up a little by using a savoury jam like chilli or bacon.
- Add extra nutrients with some banana and blueberries, or try some raspberries and cherries instead.
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Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
Ingredients
- 200 g strawberries
- 1 tbsp runny honey
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 8 slice whole meal bread
- 4 tbsp Skippy Extra Crunchy Peanut Butter
Instructions
- Hull the strawberries and chop them into small chunks.
- Put the chopped strawberries and the honey into a pan over a medium heat.
- Bring to a simmer and mash down with a wooden spoon. Stir continuously for 6 minutes.
- Take off the heat and add the chia seeds.
- Mix well and pour into a bowl and leave to cool for 10 minutes.
- Spread the peanut butter over each slice of bread.
- Add the strawberry jelly.
- Top with fruit and another slice of bread.
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Notes
- Try toasting the bread and then grilling this sandwich to make the peanut butter nice and melty.
- You don't have to use regular bread slices for this sandwich. Try making it with bagels, English muffins or tortillas.
- Mix things up a little by using a savoury jam like chilli or bacon.
- Add extra nutrients with some banana and blueberries, or try some raspberries and cherries instead.
Neha says
Yum! Pb and j sandwiches are my all time favorite. Love that you used whole grain bread here, I am tempted to make one for myself now.