The peanut butter and jelly sandwich is an iconic American household staple that has been around since 1901. It's economical, easy to make, and highly versatile depending on what peanut butter and jelly you choose. Even the bread can be fitted to your tastes - white, wheat, multigrain, crustless. And it's that type of customizable thinking that brought the Uncrustables brand to life.
Trader Joe's is known for carrying snack dupes that rival popular brands, and often, the TJ's version ends up being better than name brand. As it turns out, not all brands are too tickled by Trader Joe's copycat products, as proven by the fact that Smucker's is suing Trader Joe's over its alleged knockoff of Uncrustables. You may recognize Smucker's Uncrustables by their distinctive circular shape, crimped edges, lack of crust, and peanut butter and jelly filling.
The frozen, pre-made sandwiches have long been a staple found in lunchboxes, packed along on roadtrips, or enjoyed as an after-school treat, and they're still finding a way into our kitchens. The circular white bread and sweet filling make for a perfectly soft sandwich, but things get more interesting when it's pressed in a waffle maker. While the bread maintains some of its pillowy texture, the surface browns and the edges turn crisp. Even better, the filling becomes warm and even more gooey.
When you're racing out the door in the morning, easy breakfast options can be the hack to set you up for an energetic day. Even Ina Garten's daily ritual involves slathering toast with fancy butter. For those of us looking for more convenient options, Uncrustables are at the ready. "They are great for when I forget to eat, and I'm heading between work appointments," wrote one fan on Reddit.
