7 Super-Tasty Twists on PB&J Your Kid Will Love

Amy Palanjian
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If peanut butter and jelly is about the only flavor combination that gets your kid excited these days, expect a happy dance when you serve up these fun recipes that reimagine the kid classic.

Ryan Liebe

Stuffed French Toast

Prepare a classic PB&J sandwich as French toast (pictured above!). Just take a little extra care when dipping it in batter and flipping it in the pan—and, of course, top with syrup.

Jennifer Causey

Peanut Butter and Cherry Cheddar Melt

Adding cheese to your classic nutty sandwich may sound unusual, but it’s a salty-sweet winner everyone will love. Get the full recipe

Smoothie Pops

Blend 1 cup each of strawberries, milk, and banana chunks, with 2 Tbs. peanut butter and 1 Tbs. jam. Freeze in pop molds; serve for breakfast on a warm morning.

Jennifer Causey

Peanutty Overnight Oats

A power-packed, make-ahead breakfast like this will keep your kid going strong until lunch. Get the full recipe

Jennifer Causey

Frozen PB&J Candy Cups

Short on freezer space? Stack the cups in layers on a small tray with parchment paper in between. Get the full recipe

Jennifer Causey

Fruity PB&J Tortilla Pizza

Best afternoon snack ever! Make this together during a playdate, and you’ll instantly be the fun mom. Get the full recipe

PB&J Cupcakes

Make a shallow hole in a vanilla cupcake, fill with jelly, and spread on creamy peanut butter as frosting. (You can also do this with a banana muffin for a breakfast surprise!)