Peanut Butter & Jelly Bar Sandwich
The Peanut Butter & Jelly Bar Sandwich is a convenient, handheld twist on the classic American PB&J, typically made with bread or a pastry base layered with peanut butter and fruit jelly or jam. It's a popular snack or lunch item, especially in the United States, often found in school cafeterias, convenience stores, and homemade versions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the bread and sugar in the jelly, with moderate fat and protein from the peanut butter. A typical serving provides around 250-350 calories, offering quick energy along with some vitamins and minerals like vitamin E and magnesium from the peanuts.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 24 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Vitamin E | 3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
Per 1 bar (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the PB&J sandwich is an iconic symbol of American childhood and simplicity, with its bar form making it a modern, portable adaptation. Nutritionally, it's unique for combining plant-based protein and healthy fats from peanuts with the quick energy of fruit sugars, though it's often enjoyed as a treat rather than a health food.
