Make A S'mores PB&J For An Ooey Gooey Upgrade To Your Sandwich

There's s'more than one way to make a s'mores PB&J

Just like a classic PB&J, you have countless ways to create your own s'mores-inspired sandwich. For starters, while store-bought mini marshmallows are convenient, you can elevate your creation with homemade marshmallows in delightful, fruity flavors. When it comes to chocolate, feel free to get creative—whether you prefer milk, dark, spicy, nutty, or fruit-filled varieties, the choice is yours. While some enjoy their PB&Js on soft white bread, toasted slices are perfect here, offering a wonderful texture and a deliciously caramelized flavor.

A simple way to combine all these elements is to roast your marshmallows (using an oven, toaster oven, or kitchen torch) on one slice of toasted bread spread with peanut butter, while spreading jelly on the other slice. You can either keep your chocolate bar whole for a satisfying crunch or melt it by grilling the entire sandwich until everything is wonderfully gooey.

If that seems a bit too complex, there's an easier method to incorporate s'mores flavors into your PB&J: use chocolate and marshmallow spreads. You can layer all four spreads on your toast in any order you like. To add extra crunch and s'mores flavor to either version, sprinkle some crushed graham crackers between the layers of the sandwich—similar to adding crispy potato chips to a PB&J for a more enjoyable, well-rounded bite.

The s'mores to PB&J pipeline

From Elvis Presley's beloved sandwich to the intriguing PB&P (a Great Depression-era dish featuring pickles), the s'mores PB&J sandwich has some impressive company. In fact, many of the flavor combinations in this delightful twist are not particularly new. Chocolate and peanut butter have long been a classic duo, thanks to the popularity of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Even Ben & Jerry's offers a peanut butter s'mores ice cream flavor. Additionally, marshmallow and peanut butter complement each other beautifully—this winning pair forms the basis of the Fluffernutter, originally known as the "Liberty Sandwich," which dates back to World War I.

The key difference between these flavor combinations and the s'mores PB&J is the inclusion of jelly, which transforms the sandwich. While the fruity spread tends to be quite sweet, it also introduces a touch of acidity that balances the extra sweetness from the marshmallow and chocolate. You can even opt for a less sugary variety for a delightful contrast, such as orange marmalade for a burst of bittersweet citrus or sour cherry for an added tartness. Ultimately, the versatility of this sandwich is a significant factor in what makes it such an enjoyable fusion of two classic flavors.