Fried Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Recipe For BLW
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PB&J Baby Friendly Sandwich
A baby-friendly fried peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a perfect introduction to solid foods for little ones practising baby-led weaning. This is just the baby friendly fried version which is next level.
Instead of using traditional jam, fresh mashed strawberries provide a natural sweetness without the added sugars and preservatives often found in store-bought spreads.
Choosing a 100% nut peanut butter ensures that your baby receives wholesome nutrition with no unnecessary additives.
To make it safe and easy for your baby to handle, serve the sandwich on soft, bread cut into manageable, strips or small pieces from 9 months old.
This combination offers a balanced mix of healthy fats, protein, and fruit, encouraging self-feeding while introducing exciting flavours and textures.
Benefit of Peanut Butter For Baby
Peanut butter is an excellent choice for baby-led weaning as it provides essential nutrients such as healthy fats, protein, and fibre, which are crucial for a baby's growth and development.
Its smooth texture can help introduce babies to new flavours and encourage oral motor skills.
Peanut butter is a good source of vitamins E and B6, magnesium, and folate, supporting brain and immune function.
When offering peanut butter to babies, it is important to ensure it is free from added sugars and salt, and it should be served in a safe way to avoid choking hazards, such as thinning it with water or spreading it thinly on a soft piece of bread or fruit.
Introducing peanut butter early, under appropriate guidance, can also reduce the risk of peanut allergies later in life.
Ingredient information
Bread - I have used white bread for this recipe, you can use a wholemeal bread which is more nutritious for baby and toddler. You can also remove the crusts for baby if that makes you feel more comfortable.
Strawberries - I have used strawberries for this recipe instead of jam which is a great addition to the recipe and makes it baby friendly.
Peanut butter - I have used a 100% nut butter for this recipe, this is best for baby when they start their weaning journey.
Butter - I have used a little unsalted butter to fry the sandwich. You can use a coconut oil or an olive oil for this recipe if you prefer.
Serving suggestion
This sandwich can be served on its own perfectly as an easy lunch.
If you did want to serve the jelly sandwiches with anything else, some cooked shredded chicken pieces is a great way to add some extra protein.
Or you could serve some plain natural Greek style yogurt to go alongside the pineapple and mint. Delicious!
Other similar recipes: PB&J. Peanut and cheese twists, Grilled cheese sandwich or Tomato and mozzarella.
Storage instructions
The sandwich can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, if stored in an airtight container.
If you wanted to freeze the the sandwich, you will need to get yourself a freezer bag or an airtight container.
Make sure that which ever you choose are labelled with the item and the date.
I use masking tape to label the airtight container. The sandwich will store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To defrost the sandwich, leave in the fridge overnight to defrost and make sure it is fully defrosted, before serving.
Once the sandwich has been defrosted you will not be able to reheat.
Equipment used to help with this recipe
Frying pan - I love the non-stick surface of this particular frying pan and it’s suitable for all types of hob.
Airtight container - I much prefer the click-shut lids on these containers compared to others. They are also dishwasher and freezer safe and BPA free, so very suitable for food use.
Recipe | Fried Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Recipe For BLW
Ingredients
Makes xx portions / servings
4 strawberries, mashed
1-2 teaspoons smooth squeezy peanut butter
2 slices of bread of your choice
1/4 teaspoon unsalted butter
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Take one slice of bread and spread the mashed strawberries over the slice of bread.
Squeeze or drizzle the peanut butter over the strawberries and place the second slice of bread on top.
Take your frying pan and heat the butter in the frying pan on a medium high heat and coat the frying pan with the butter or enough oil if you choose to use a dairy free alternative.
Turn the heat down to a medium heat and place the PB&J sandwich in the frying pan and heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Leave to cool and cut into strips or triangles.
Recipe notes
It is really easy to make this recipe gluten free, all you will need to do is use a gluten free bread.
To make the recipe dairy free, you will need to use a dairy free butter or cooking oil such as coconut oil, peanut oil or olive oil
You can use an actual sandwich press if you have one too for this recipe.
Hope you and your whole family enjoy!
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These strawberry muffins baked with yogurt are so yummy and naturally sweet - so no added sugar! Just sweetened with fresh strawberries and plain yogurt.