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National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day

Celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day with your favorite sandwich - get creative and make something unique that your taste buds will love!

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April 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEApril 2

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYBurgers

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2 with the classic sandwich combination that has been around for over 100 years! This tasty duo first gained popularity in 1901, when a recipe featuring peanut butter was published. Since then, it has become an iconic lunchtime staple for kids and adults alike. So grab some bread, your favorite jelly, creamy or crunchy peanut butter (or both!) and enjoy this timeless treat.

TIMELINE

National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day Timeline

Peanut Butter Patent

Marcellus Gilmore Edson, a Canadian chemist, was awarded the first patent for the process of making peanut butter.

First PB&J Recipe Published

The first known reference to a peanut butter and jelly sandwich was published in the Boston Cooking School Magazine of Culinary Science and Domestic Economics.

Creation of Sliced Bread

The creation of sliced bread by the Chillicothe Baking Company made PB&J sandwiches easier to prepare, particularly for children.

Skippy’s Uncrustables Launch

Skippy introduced Uncrustables, pre-made, crustless PB&J sandwiches, adding convenience to this staple food item.

National PB&J Day Established

The American holiday, National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, was officially established and set to be celebrated annually on April 2.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day

Bake peanut butter and jelly cookies

Mix your favorite cookie dough with peanut butter and jelly to create a delicious treat. You can even roll the cookies in crushed peanuts or add some mini marshmallows for a unique twist.

CREATE

Create a PB&J trail mix

Gather some peanuts, dried fruits, and some cereal together to make a tasty snack. Add in some peanut butter chips and some jelly beans for a special flavor.

MAKE

Make PB&J smoothies

Blend together bananas, strawberries, yogurt, peanut butter, and a touch of honey to make a flavorful smoothie that celebrates National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day.

ORGANIZE

Organize a PB&J sandwich eating contest

Compete against your friends to see who can eat the most peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in one sitting. Make sure to provide plenty of napkins!

THROW

Throw a PB&J party

Invite all your friends over for an afternoon of fun activities centered around peanut butter and jelly. Have everyone bring their favorite breads, jams, jellies, and nut butters to share.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day

Peanut Butter makes for a healthy snack

Peanut butter contains plenty of protein and healthy fats which makes it the perfect snack option when you're feeling peckish in between meals. And when combined with the sweetness of jelly, it tastes delicious too!

It's simple and easy to make

Making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is so quick and easy that anyone can do it in just a few minutes. Plus, you can customize it however you like with different types of breads, nut butters, jellies and jams!

It's super versatile

What sets the PB&J apart from other sandwiches is its versatility - you can enjoy it hot or cold, as a snack or a full meal. You can even get creative with it by adding ingredients like bacon, cheese, avocado or even Nutella for an extra bit of deliciousness!