Hello everyone,
April 2 isn’t just about observances—it’s also National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, honoring one of the most classic (and nostalgic) sandwich combinations in American history.
The first known reference to this pairing appeared in 1901, when Julia Davis Chandler published a recipe in the Boston Cooking School Magazine, suggesting peanut paste and currant or crabapple jelly between thin slices of bread. By the 1920s, as peanut butter became more affordable, the PB&J became a lunchbox staple.
Fun fact: The invention of pre-sliced bread in 1928 helped make PB&J sandwiches even more popular—especially during the Great Depression, when kids could easily make their own.
Whether you love yours with grape jelly, strawberry jam, or a twist of honey, it’s a good day to enjoy a little comfort food. What’s your go-to comfort food from childhood? Drop it in the thread—it might just inspire someone’s lunch today.
Hey everyone,
April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day 🥜🍇—a chance to celebrate one of the most classic (and comforting) sandwich combos out there. The PB&J first showed up in print in 1901, when Julia Davis Chandler suggested layering peanut paste and jelly between slices of bread. By the 1920s, as peanut butter got cheaper, it became a lunchbox legend.
Fun fact: When pre-sliced bread hit shelves in 1928, it made PB&Js even easier for kids to make—especially during the Great Depression.
Whether you're team grape jelly, strawberry jam, or something fancy like fig or honey, it's a great day to enjoy a nostalgic bite.
What was your go-to comfort food as a kid? Drop it in the thread—it might just inspire someone’s lunch today 🥪
Hi all,
April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day 🥪, celebrating one of the most classic sandwich pairings in American food culture. The first known recipe appeared in 1901, combining peanut paste and jelly between slices of bread. By the 1920s, PB&Js became a lunchbox go-to as peanut butter became more affordable.
Fun fact: The invention of pre-sliced bread in 1928 made PB&Js even easier to prepare—especially for kids during the Great Depression.
What was your go-to comfort food growing up? Share it in the thread—it might inspire someone’s lunch today.
Observing National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day is observed annually on April 2, celebrating the beloved American sandwich that combines peanut butter and jelly between two slices of bread. The first known reference to this combination appeared in 1901, when Julia Davis Chandler published a recipe in the Boston Cooking School Magazine, suggesting layers of peanut paste and currant or crabapple jelly between thin slices of bread. The sandwich gained widespread popularity during the late 1920s as the price of peanut butter declined, making it a staple among children. By the time the average American graduates from high school, they will have consumed approximately 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
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