Peanut Butter and Jelly Graham Cracker Sandwich

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Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are a classic favorite for many, but have you ever considered trying a new twist on this popular snack? The peanut butter and jelly graham cracker sandwich is a delightful alternative that incorporates the familiar flavors of a traditional PB&J while adding a wonderful crunch.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Graham Crackers stacked vertically on a counter top next to strawberries.

These simple treats are perfect for school lunches, quick snacks, or an addition to dessert plates. So, give it a try, and experience the nostalgia of PB&J in an entirely new way.

This was inspired by my peanut butter and jelly ice cream recipe and pairs well with this a salted caramel milkshake.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

No cooking or baking needed!
Require minimal effort and ingredients, making it perfect for a quick and delicious snack.
Children love this fun twist on the traditional PB&J.
So many ways to serve. It works great if you're packing a lunch, having a party, or need a portable snack.
Lots of ways to mix and match different types of peanut butter, jelly, or even graham crackers to create your own unique flavor combination.

Ingredients

Recipes do not get much easier than this. You only need items you may already have in your pantry.

Graham crackers: This recipe uses the full size graham crackers but you can also use shaped graham crackers for kids and serve them as mini finger sandwiches for a party. Different flavors of graham cracker like honey, cinnamon, or chocolate also work!
Peanut butter: Are you team crunchy or team creamy? Both work great!
Jam or jelly: You can use any flavor you enjoy!

See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

Substitutions and Variations

Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these graham cracker sandwiches

Full Graham Crackers: Swap for shortbread, peanut butter cookies, chocolate chip cookies or digestive biscuits instead.
Peanut Butter: Use creamy peanut butter with chocolate peanut butter, almond butter, or hazelnut spread instead.
No Jelly or Jam? Honey works great!
Add More Ingredients: Add sliced bananas, strawberries, chocolate chips, or some chopped or ground nuts like peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds, pecans, walnuts or shredded coconut.
Frozen Treat: Serve as a cool dessert by freezing sandwiches for a few hours before enjoying.
Dip the sandwiches: Microwave chocolate in short bursts stirring in between. Once melted dip the prepared sandwiches in chocolate and place on a parchment lined baking sheet and refrigerate or freeze until set.

PRO TIP: Be careful not to overload the cracker with too much spread, as it may make your sandwich difficult to eat.

How to Make PBJ Graham Cracker Sandwich

This easy recipe only really takes one step but let's break it down!

A Graham cracker covered in a red colored jelly and held up by hand.

A Graham cracker covered in peanut butter and held up by hand.

Spread the peanut butter on 8 of the graham cracker halves.
Spread the jelly on the remaining 8 graham crackers.
Press the two different halves of each sandwich together. The spreads act like a "glue" to hold the graham crackers together.
Serve and enjoy!

Hint: Lay out your graham crackers on a clean surface. Count how many sandwiches you want to prepare, and ensure you have an equal number of pairs.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy our Peanut Butter Chocolate bananas, Old-Fashioned Peanut Brittle and our Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake recipe.

Closeup photo of Peanut Butter and Jelly Graham Cracker sandwiches stacked vertically on a counter top.

Storage

Enjoy these fresh for the best results. You can keep keep leftovers PB&J graham cracker sandwiches in an airtight container at room temperature.

Place a layer of parchment paper between each layer of sandwiches to prevent sticking. They graham crackers may lose a little crunch when they sit.

Freeze to extend the shelf-life. Wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap and place them in an air tight container or resealable bag.

When you're ready to enjoy them, simply remove the desired amount of sandwiches from the freezer and let them thaw at room temperature.

Tips

Here are a few tips to help you experience the best results possible.

Use an equal number of crackers. Place your graham crackers on a cutting board and count exactly how many sandwiches you need and make sure you have an equal number of crackers.
Make them a cold, frozen treat by freezing them for a few hours before serving.
Be careful not to add too much spread or your cracker sandwich will be hard to eat.

FAQ

Do you have questions about these peanut butter and jelly graham cracker sandwich? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about them.

Are these snacks suitable for people with peanut allergies?

Unfortunately, no. However, you can substitute peanut butter with other nut butters or allergy-friendly spreads, like sunflower seed butter, almond butter, or soy nut butter to accommodate any allergies.

Can I use these as a convenient lunchbox option?

Definitely! Peanut Butter and Jelly Graham Crackers make a great addition to lunchboxes and school cafeterias. They're convenient and very easy to pack.

Are Welch's Graham Slam discontinued?

Yes, Welch's Graham Slam has been discontinued by the manufacturer. While you may still find some remaining stock at certain retailers, the strawberry peanut butter and jelly graham cracker sandwiches are no longer being produced and may become increasingly difficult to locate.

A stack of peanut butter and jelly cracker sandwiches on the table.

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