This easy snack comes together quickly and is a family favorite! Make your own Apple Peanut Butter and Jelly with just a few simple ingredients!
Looking for a quick and easy after school snack? THIS is the recipe for you!
The classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly combine to give you a fun treat approved by even the pickiest eater!
I really love the addition of protein added by peanut butter. My kid always comes home from school begging for food. Giving him something that is going to satisfy his craving, and keep him happy until dinner, is high on my priority list. The combination of the tart apple, salty peanut butter, and sweet jelly gives him a little bit of everything!
Peanut Butter and Jelly on an apple instead of bread
Health benefits of apples as a snack:
Apples are rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and dietary fiber. That makes them the perfect snack for growing kids and is why I am more likely to reach for them when planning treats or weekday snack ideas. They are convenient to pack in lunches or backpacks and high on the list of kid favorites.
Ingredients for apple peanut butter and jelly:
- Apples- We like tart varieties like Granny Smith
- Peanut Butter
- Jelly- Grape is our favorite!
The fun thing about this recipe is that it is completely customizable! You can easily leave the jelly out OR substitute with another option. We really love grape jelly but have been known to use honey, Nutella, even sliced strawberries or marshmallows!
How to make a quick after school snack:
- Scrub your apples to clean the outside.
- Slice into fairly thin slices.
- Remove all of the seeds.
- Pat dry with paper towels.
- Spread with one to two tablespoons of peanut butter (we use creamy peanut butter).
- Add jelly, honey, or optional second item.
- Top with a second apple slice and serve immediately.
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Apple Peanut Butter And Jelly
This easy snack comes together quickly and is a family favorite! Make your own Apple Peanut Butter and Jelly with just a few simple ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 tart apple
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter, per apple slice
- 1-2 teaspoons Jelly, per apple slice
Instructions
- Cut the apple into thin slices. Clean out any seeds.
- Pat each apple slice dry with a paper towel.
- Spread peanut butter and jelly onto one slice.
- Sandwich with an additional apple slice.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
You could substitute the jelly with honey, chocolate chips, Nutella, or marshmallows for a fun twist!
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Karen
Thursday 21st of February 2013
We will do this at the campground this summer. Can't wait!
Sarah Carletti
Tuesday 1st of May 2012
I love healthy. These are great! I'm your newest follower!
Kaysi @ Keeping It Simple
Monday 30th of April 2012
What a fun idea, I love the star in the middle!! I need to do this for my kids!
Jenny
Sunday 29th of April 2012
That is such a fun idea! I am so glad I found your cute blog and can't wait to meet you at Breathing Space! Modern Modest Beauty
Andrea @QueenBandme
Sunday 29th of April 2012
Thanks SO much for stopping by and 'introducing' yourself! By the looks of your blog, I think we will get along just fine!!! I am so excited for a girls weekend! Can't wait to meet you!!! {I think I am pinning almost everything I see} Big Hugs! Andrea