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It's Peanut Butter Jelly time! Every kid with a semi-normal childhood grew up on PB&J sandwiches. Whether you cut yours in half or in fours, went with crusts or without, it was a simple, delcious treat. Creamy peanut butter with a hint of sweet jelly or jam between two pieces of soft bread—what's not to love? Although a PB&J sandwiches with a tall glass of cold milk will forever be a go-to, we urge you to reconsider its possibilities. Why be ordinary when you can be extraordinary?
Think beyond the sandwich. Skip the white bread and reach for other foods that you wouldn't normally consider smothering in peanut butter and jelly. Mix it up and be creative. There's levels to this sweet and savory ish. Upgrade your lunch game with these next-level takes on PB&J.
15. Peanut Butter and Jelly Oatmeal
Sick and tired of your normal breakfast routine? Go from drab to fab with peanut butter and jelly oatmeal to liven up your mornings. No need to add sugar when you have the peanut butter and jelly to enhance the flavor. Cook your oatmeal as usual and add a scoop of PB&J on top in place of sugar.
14. Peanut Butter and Jelly Wings
If you're not a fan of spicy food, these PB&J wings might just satisfy your needs. These sweet and sticky wings might just put Buffalo Wild Wings out of business. Get ready to get your fingers sticky!
13. Saltines Peanut Butter and Jelly Cheesecake Sandwiches
Growing up, we're sure you substituted bread for saltine crackers at least once. This recipe takes it to the next level and sandwiches peanut butter, jelly, and cream cheese between two saltines. Just sink your teeth into the crackers and let your taste buds be the judge.
12. Peanut Butter and Jelly Marshmallows
We know—you've never made homemade marshmallows before. Well, what are you waiting for? Now is your chance. This recipe consist of three stages: the bloom stage, the syrup stage, and the mallowing stage. Once those three stages are complete, the outcome will be yours to enjoy. We swear, it's easier than it sounds.
11. Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Lollipops
For a new take on dipping sauce, give peanut butter and jelly chicken lollipops a try. It's an unlikely pairing, but it gives your typical ketchup or honey mustard a run for its money. Nail the recipe in under an hour and become a god among men.
10. Peanut Butter and Jelly Cocktail
For everyone who enjoys sipping on a little something strong every once in awhile, this drink is for you. Although this recipe is heavy on rum, the strawberry jam and peanut syrup are sweet enough to subdue the liquor. Most of the ingredients you most likely have in your kitchen: strawberry jam, peanut syrup, bananas, and egg whites, so skip happy hour and drink for free at your discretion.
9. Peanut Butter and Jelly Popcorn
Why have regular butter when you can have peanut butter? A step up from caramel corn, introducing peanut butter and jelly popcorn. It may not sound the most appealing, but you can't judge a book by it's cover. It's as easy as melting the ingredients in the microwave and pouring the content over top of a nice big bowl of popcorn. A great late night snack with a twist. Check out the recipe here.
8. Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake
Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry and you guessed it, Peanut Butter and Jelly. You don't have to be a kid to get brain freeze from a milkshake. It looks amazing, but it tastes even better. You can even substitute strawberries for your berry preference. Get the recipe here.
7. Peanut Butter and Jelly Waffles
No need for syrup and butter when you have peanut butter and jelly. This delicious, crazy-easy to make breakfast will satisfy all your cravings. You will never go back to plain waffles ever again after sinking your teeth into these.
6. Peanut Butter and Jelly Doughnut
So, we have all heard of a jelly doughnut, but what about a peanut butter and jelly doughnut? Learn how to make this jelly doughnut with a twist here.
5. Peanut Butter and Jelly Pizza
Who doesn't love a slice or two? Ditch Pizza Hut and go for a tasty Peanut Butter and Jelly Pizza instead. Weird fact: this was one of George W. Bush's favorite snacks while in office. Not sure if that makes you like it more or less. Regardless, find the recipe here.
4. The Candwich
Who would've thought to place a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in a can? If only they would've had these convenient items back in the day, packing lunch would have been a whole lost easier. Don't be fooled by the exterior label, this sandwich has to be assembled. Read more about this amazing atrocity here.
3. Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes
It doesn't have to be your birthday to indulge in a cupcake. As a matter of fact, if you love peanut butter and jelly, then you will absolutely love this amazing concoction. Add peanut butter to your cake mix and for an extra twist, and instead of using ordinary icing, top it off with a smear of peanut butter and a dollop of jelly. Find out how to pull it off here.
2. Grilled PB&J Sandwich
Substitute cheese for peanut butter and jelly when it comes to making this crispy, gooey snack. The mixture of sweet flavors and warmth will have your taste buds twerking. Find out how to make it happen here.
1. PB&J Sushi Rolls
If you're a fan of sushi and a fan of PB&J sandwiches, these PB&J sushi rolls might just be a quick fix for your craving. Quick, bite size and actually quite tasty. What's not to love?