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Easy Copycat Sunbutter and Strawberry Jam Uncrustables

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These homemade, nut-free uncrustables are quick to make, use simple ingredients, and are perfect for school lunches. A chance encounter at a hardware store led to this recipe that saves money and time while delivering delicious, crustless sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices of soft white bread (e.g., Sara Lee or Wonder Bread)
  • 1/2 cup creamy sunflower seed butter (sunbutter), stirred well
  • 1/3 cup strawberry jam or preserves (seedless preferred)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon butter, melted (for toasting)

Instructions

  1. Flatten the bread slices: Gently roll each slice of bread with a rolling pin or wine bottle until about 1/4 inch thick. Apply even pressure without tearing the bread.
  2. Spread the sunbutter: On 4 of the flattened bread slices, spread about 2 tablespoons of sunbutter each, leaving a 1/2-inch clean border around the edges.
  3. Add the jam: On top of the sunbutter, spread about 1 heaping tablespoon of strawberry jam per sandwich, keeping it centered and away from the edges.
  4. Top with remaining bread: Place the remaining 4 flattened bread slices on top of the jam-covered slices. Press down gently to adhere.
  5. Cut and seal the sandwiches: Using a glass or round cookie cutter (about 3 inches in diameter), press down firmly in the center of each sandwich to cut through all layers and seal the edges. Rock the glass slightly to create a better seal.
  6. Remove the crusts: Lift the glass or cutter and gently pull away the crust scraps from around the round sandwich.
  7. Crimp the edges (optional): For extra security against leaks, press the tines of a fork around the edge of each sandwich to create a decorative crimp.
  8. Serve immediately or freeze: For immediate serving, toast lightly in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side. For freezing, place sandwiches on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for 1-2 hours until solid, then transfer to a zip-top freezer bag.

Notes

Use soft white bread for best results; avoid dense or crusty breads. Keep filling away from edges to ensure a good seal. For freezing, freeze flat on a baking sheet before bagging. Sandwiches taste even better the next day as flavors meld. For gluten-free, use soft gluten-free white bread like Canyon Bakehouse or Schar.

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Keywords: uncrustables, sunbutter, strawberry jam, nut-free, school lunch, copycat, homemade, crustless sandwich

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