Delicious Grown-Up PBJ with Fig Jam Almond Butter on Sourdough
A sophisticated twist on the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich featuring creamy almond butter and sweet fig jam on toasted sourdough bread, perfect for a quick snack or light meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 thick slices sourdough bread (about 3/4 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fig jam
- Butter or olive oil (optional, for toasting)
- Pinch of sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Slice the sourdough into two slices about 3/4 inch thick.
- Toast the slices in a toaster or dry skillet for 2-3 minutes until just golden but still soft inside.
- Spread about 2 tablespoons of almond butter evenly on one slice.
- Dollop roughly 1 1/2 tablespoons of fig jam on the other slice and spread gently.
- Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the almond butter.
- Press the slices together with almond butter and fig jam sides facing in.
- Optional: Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crispy, pressing down lightly with a spatula.
- Slice the sandwich diagonally and serve immediately.
Notes
If fig jam is too thick, warm it slightly to make spreading easier. For a crunchier texture, add thinly sliced apples or pears inside. Use medium heat when toasting in skillet to avoid charring. For vegan option, use dairy-free bread and vegan butter or olive oil for toasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 9
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