PB&J Sandwich with a Twist—Lunch for 2

When I was a kid, my family and I went to a restaurant and I saw something on the menu that caught my eye: a peanut butter and jam sandwich with a twist. I was really curious about what that twist could be, and so I decided to order it.

Meal Type

Lunch

Cuisine

American

Servings

2

Food Star

Peanut Butter
Spices

Health

Variations

Diets

Variations

You Need This Stuff

  • 2 slices of white bread
  • 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons of jam
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg

Do This With That Stuff

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter on each slice of bread.
  3. Spread 1 tablespoon of jam on top of the peanut butter on each slice of bread.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
  5. Sprinkle the cinnamon and nutmeg mixture over the jam and peanut butter on both slices of bread.
  6. Place both slices of bread onto a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 8 minutes or until lightly toasted.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Variations and Pairings

  • For a healthier version, use natural peanut butter and sugar-free jam.

  • For a vegan version, use vegan-friendly peanut butter and jam.

  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread.

  • For a sweeter version, add a tablespoon of honey to the peanut butter and jam.

  • For a more savory version, add a pinch of salt to the peanut butter and jam.

  • This sandwich pairs well with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot tea.

Beti’s Reflections

When I was a kid, my family and I went to a restaurant and I saw something on the menu that caught my eye: a peanut butter and jam sandwich with a twist. I was really curious about what that twist could be, and so I decided to order it.

When the sandwich arrived, I was surprised to see that it had cinnamon and nutmeg sprinkled on top of the peanut butter and jam. I took a bite and it was amazing! The sweetness of the jam and the creaminess of the peanut butter mixed with the warmth of the spices was just perfect.

I liked it so much that I started making this sandwich at home. It’s really easy to do and has become one of my favorite snacks. To make it, you just need two slices of white bread, two tablespoons of peanut butter, two tablespoons of jam, one teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and one teaspoon of ground nutmeg.

I spread the peanut butter and jam on the bread, sprinkle the cinnamon and nutmeg mixture on top, and then put it in the oven for eight minutes. When it comes out, it’s warm and toasty with that sweet and spicy flavor that I love so much.

This sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch or snack. You can make it vegan-friendly, gluten-free, or even healthier by using natural peanut butter and sugar-free jam. If you want it sweeter, you can add a tablespoon of honey, and if you want it more savory, you can add a pinch of salt to the peanut butter and jam.

I think everyone should give this sandwich a try! It’s so delicious and easy to make. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

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