Description
This Air Fryer PB&J recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich, transforming it into a warm, crispy treat perfect for a quick snack or kid-friendly lunch. With golden, buttery bread encasing creamy peanut butter and sweet fruit jam, it combines convenience with comforting flavors, all ready in just 11 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 slices of sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons fruit jam or jelly (any flavor)
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Sandwiches: Spread creamy peanut butter evenly on two slices of bread and spread your choice of fruit jam or jelly on the other two slices. Gently press the peanut butter and jelly slices together to form two sandwiches.
- Butter the Bread: Lightly butter the outsides of each sandwich on both sides. This helps create a golden, crispy crust during air frying.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) and preheat it for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Air Fry the Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, flipping the sandwiches halfway through to ensure both sides become evenly golden and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the sandwiches and allow them to cool slightly to set. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, try using thick-cut bread or adding sliced bananas inside the sandwich.
- Avoid overfilling to prevent the filling from leaking out during air frying.
- Sealing the edges of the sandwich with a fork can help create a “sealed” version, reducing mess.
