Nutrition Facts for Fried peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Fried Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

Take your classic favorite to the next level with this indulgent Fried Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich—a golden, crispy twist on a timeless combination. This easy recipe transforms soft sandwich bread into a decadent treat by pan-frying it with butter for a warm, gooey filling of creamy peanut butter and your favorite fruity jelly. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick snack or dessert that’s nostalgic, satisfying, and utterly irresistible. Serve it warm for a comforting bite that melts in your mouth, and enjoy the irresistible contrast of crunchy bread and luscious filling. This recipe is the ultimate comfort food upgrade, ideal for PB&J lovers looking to add a little flair to their favorite sandwich!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100
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Prep Time:5 mins
Cook Time:5 mins
Total Time:10 mins
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 slices Sandwich bread
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons Jelly or jam (flavor of choice)
  • 2 teaspoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Lay out two slices of sandwich bread on a clean surface.

Step 2

Spread peanut butter evenly over one slice of the bread.

Step 3

Spread jelly or jam evenly over the other slice of the bread.

Step 4

Press the two slices together, with the peanut butter and jelly sides facing inward to form a sandwich.

Step 5

Heat a skillet or non-stick frying pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add 1 teaspoon of butter to the skillet and allow it to melt, coating the pan evenly.

Step 7

Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.

Step 8

Lift the sandwich with a spatula, add the remaining teaspoon of butter to the skillet, and flip the sandwich onto the other side.

Step 9

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the second side is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it cool slightly.

Step 11

Slice in half if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (131.3g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 483.7
Total Fat 26.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 21.9mg 0%
Sodium 336.8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.2g 0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g 0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 11.2g 0%
Vitamin D 1.5IU 0%
Calcium 81.0mg 0%
Iron 2.3mg 0%
Potassium 267.7mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%
Protein: 9.0%
Carbs: 44.1%