Easy Sunbutter and Jelly Uncrustable Bites (Nut-Free)
These nut-free Sunbutter and Jelly Uncrustable Bites are quick, easy, and perfect for school lunches. Made with simple ingredients and a pan-toasting method that locks in the filling, they’re a crowd-pleasing, mess-free treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (2 bites per serving) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 8 slices of soft white bread (or whole wheat, brioche, or your favorite sandwich bread)
- ½ cup sunflower seed butter (sunbutter), creamy recommended
- ⅓ cup strawberry jelly or jam (or grape, raspberry, apricot; seedless jam works best)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (or vegan butter/coconut oil)
Instructions
- Flatten the bread slices: Gently roll over each slice with a rolling pin until about half its original thickness.
- Cut out rounds: Use a round cookie cutter (2.5 to 3 inches) or a glass rim to cut two rounds from each slice of bread.
- Spread the sunbutter: Take half of the bread rounds and spread a thin, even layer of sunbutter on each, leaving a ¼-inch border around the edge.
- Add the jelly: Drop about ½ teaspoon of jelly right in the center of the sunbutter. Do not spread to the edges.
- Top with remaining rounds: Place the plain bread rounds on top of the filled ones. Press down gently around the edges to start sealing.
- Seal with a fork: Dip a fork in flour or use it dry, and press the tines around the edges of each mini sandwich to create a crimped seal. Go around the entire edge twice.
- Toast the edges: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Spread a tiny amount of softened butter on both sides of each sealed bite. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool and serve: Let the bites cool on a wire rack for at least 5 minutes before serving or packing.
Notes
Don’t skip the rolling step—it helps create a better seal. Use room temperature sunbutter for easier spreading. Watch the heat on the pan; medium heat is perfect to avoid burning. For a big batch, assemble without toasting, freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Toast straight from frozen for 3-4 minutes per side. The sunbutter may turn green when cooked—this is normal and harmless.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: sunbutter and jelly, uncrustable bites, nut-free lunch, school lunch, easy snack, kid-friendly, no-bake, freezer-friendly