Ingredients:

  • 8 slices thick-cut bread (Texas toast, brioche, or challah work best)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) your favorite jelly or jam (strawberry, grape, raspberry, etc.)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil, for cooking
  • Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
  • Maple syrup, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Spread peanut butter on 4 slices of bread and jelly on the remaining 4 slices. Press them together firmly to form 4 sandwiches.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated but not overly saturated.
  4. Place the soaked sandwiches onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure the center is warm and the peanut butter and jelly are slightly melted.
  5. Cut each sandwich in half, dust with powdered sugar (if desired), and serve immediately with a generous drizzle of maple syrup.