How to Make and Freeze Homemade Nut Butter Sandwiches

It should be obvious right, so why am I writing a blog that shows you how to make and freeze  PB&J. Why? Because who wants to pay $5 for a box of 4 frozen sandwiches when you can make them yourself for so much cheaper.

My entire family loves Peanut Butter and Jelly. I willingly admit that I  have grabbed a sandwich or two for my lunch when I get tired of eating salads and grown-up lunches. What’s not to like? Nothing right, and if you make your own, you can use whatever type of nut butter you want, whatever type of bread you want, and whatever type of jelly you want. Think of the combinations–Sunbutter and grape jelly on gluten-free bread, or Hazelnut Spread with bananas on whole wheat–the combinations are endless.

These make and freeze sandwiches are a staple and one of the protein options for our weekly school lunches. Read my How to Prep a Week’s Worth of School Lunches or 3 Tips for Making Mornings Stress Free to help create a routine that tames the morning chaos.

Step 1

Step 2

Determine how many sandwiches you want and then lay out the bread. Next, apply the Nut Butter and Jelly and make the sandwiches.

Step 3

You have some choice here depending on what tools you have available. I have a square press that seals my sandwiches. You could also just freeze them whole or cut off the crusts (we all know little kids don’t eat the crusts).

Step 4

Either place in individual bags and then place in a larger bag (I use the empty bread bag). Or, if you prefer you can wrap in wax paper and place in the larger bag. 

Place the sandwiches in the freezer and take out individual sandwiches as needed. Keep in mind these do need to thaw, which is why they are perfect for school lunches, but if you are planning to use them while at home, plan ahead and put them out in the morning. 

Have fun and be sure to let me know what your favorite combination is. Mine is dark chocolate peanut butter with sliced strawberries on whole wheat sourdough. Yum!