Move over boring PB & J on white bread…your favorite sandwich just got a huge makeover! This Grilled Chocolate Almond Butter Strawberry Chia Sandwich a rich, indulgent, and slightly healthy twist on the classic grilled sandwich—perfect for dessert or a decadent breakfast. Simple to make and super healthy!
Disclaimer: I was compensated by Dave's Killer Bread to create this recipe. However, like always, the opinions are entirely my own. Promise 🙂
This grilled sandwich is a sweet and savory delight that’s as indulgent as it is wholesome. Creamy almond butter and rich, melted dark chocolate are layered with fresh, juicy strawberries and a sprinkle of chia seeds—all nestled between two slices of golden, buttery grilled bread.
The perfect fusion of nutty, fruity, and chocolaty flavors, with a satisfying crunch and gooey center. It’s comfort food with a nutritious twist—ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a guilt-free dessert.
If you are looking for more delicious chocolate recipes, Chocolate Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Chocolate Bars, Vanilla Chocolate Cheesecake Bars and definitely these Chocolate Truffles!
All of these would be even more yummy with some Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate, Apple Chai Latte, Eggnog Latte and definitely some Spiked Apple Cider!
Also, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!
Why You Should Make This Grilled Chocolate Sandwich
Have you seen that commercial where the dad is shopping for back to school supplies, skipping down the aisles while the kids look sad and "It's The Most Wonderful Time of The Year" is playing?? It's awesome. And yes, mostly every parent out there feels that way. I know I do.
Listen, I love having my kids home and doing fun summer activities as much as the next person, but by August I am always ready for a normal routine again. My kids don't go back to school until September but I know many kids start in August.
It's never too early to start thinking about lunches for back to school and if you are like me, it can get stressful.
All of my kids love PB & J, but just like anything else, that can get boring if you eat it every day. I thought this would be a great way to mix things up a bit. And boy was I right.
Decadent, yet healthy this grilled chocolate sandwich is the perfect "treat".
Recipe Tips
I used my favorite, Dave's Killer Bread for this grilled sandwich. It's organic, NON-GMO Verified, packed with protein and fiber and even omega-3-fatty acids! Why not add some nutrition your sandwich?
If you don't have the time to grill this, simply make it as a regular sandwich. It tastes great both ways, trust me, I know!
I have made this grilled chocolate sandwich so many different ways. I've used crunchy peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, all kinds of jellies and jams...the possibilities are endless. Just get creative.
My kids loved these sandwiches with all of the chocolate almond butter oozing out of them (one of my kids even licked the plate to make sure he didn't waste any) but you don't have to put as much on each slice. Probably 1 tablespoon on each slice is enough, but I won't tell if you add more.
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Grilled Chocolate Almond Butter and Strawberry Chia Jelly Sandwich
Ingredients
- Chocolate Almond Butter:
- 2 cups raw almonds
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- Strawberry Chia Jelly:
- 1 cup strawberries
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- Sandwich:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 slices Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains and Seeds
Instructions
- Place ingredients for almonds and sea salt in high speed blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth making sure you scrape down the sides incorporating all of the mixture
- In a small saucepan,melt chocolate chips until smooth over low heat.
- Add chocolate to almond butter and blend again until combined and smooth.
- Pour into a jar or airtight container. Place in the refrigerator where it will thicken.
- Clean out blender.
- Add strawberries and chia seeds to blender and process until smooth, leaving some chunks if you desire.
- Place in a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least an hour to thicken.
- Place butter in grill pan and allow to heat up for a minute.
- Spread chocolate almond butter on one piece of bread and the strawberry chia jelly on the other piece of bread and place together.
- Place one side down in heated grill pan for 30-60 seconds until heated through and turn over to cook the other side.
- Serve immediately!
Cookin+Canuck
As much as I love spending time with my boys during the summer, the fighting-every-five-minutes phase that we've now entered is getting old. This sandwich sounds like a kid's dream lunch!
Rose | The Clean Dish
The bread looks great - I haven't seen this brand in stores yet! This sandwich... OMG is all I can say. I want one so badly!!!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
I actually have not seen that commercial but we are definitely thinking about back to school! 9 days and counting! The summer went way too fast! This bread looks amazing!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife
Using the Chocolate Almond Butter instead of peanut butter was an awesome idea!!! I don't have kiddos but I'll be making these for me! haha
heather | girlichef
First of all, that's basically the best name for bread EVER! And I love everything on this sandwich. Almond butter is a total weakness of mine, but I've never had some with chocolate in it!
Paula - bell'alimento
I'll have to keep a look out for that brand! And that sandwich. Yes please.
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits
These sandwiches look heavenly! I LOVE Dave's Killer Bread!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Lisa!
The Food Hunter
Talk about an amazingly delicious sandwich!! WOW!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes
I used to hate that commercial as a kid! Now that I don't have to go to school, I have to admit it was funny! Love this idea for a sandwich - it might even be my dinner later 😉
lauren.kelly
Go for it Ashley! 🙂
Stephanie
Oh my word. I could eat this everyday!!!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan
My daughter goes back in August and I gotta say - I'd be ready to do back to school if this was in my lunch box!
lauren.kelly
Wow that's early Shashi!
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes
I haven't seen that commercial but just hearing about it makes me laugh! How true! And no I havent seen that type of bread, but I agree why not add nutrition when you can. I'll be looking for it when back to school time comes.
lauren.kelly
Ok Katie, you need to check out youtube for the commercial and find this bread! 🙂
Martha @ A Family Feast
Wow - what a decadent sandwich! Forget the kids - I want one for myself!
lauren.kelly
Ha! Me too Martha!
Julia
Dave's Killer Bread is my new favorite. I love so much about it--the ingredients they use, the mission they have and those seeds! This sandwich is so creative and would be a great lunch time treat!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Julia! I love Dave's Killer Bread too 🙂
Julie | Small Green Kitchen
Oh goodness! I wish my mom would have made this sandwich for me when I was a kid! This looks incredible, Lauren!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Julie!!