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Trader Joe’s is in a bit of a sticky situation. According to the International Business Times, the J.M. Smucker Company — parent brand of Smucker’s —has filed a federal lawsuit against the aloha-shirt-clad grocer, claiming its new crustless PB&J is a little too similar to Uncrustables. Business Insider reports the OG Uncrustables generates nearly $1 billion a year (yes, with a “B”), and produces 1.5 billion of their frozen, sealed sandwiches annually. Basically, this lawsuit is anything but small peanuts.
But hey, if you want to skip the legal drama and enjoy a crust-free PB&J at home, we found a pair of highly-rated sandwich cutters for just $14. Yes, you can just do it yourself. Users call them a “must-have” for little ones and easy lunch prep and are celebrated for being both easy to use and clean.
They’re so easy (and safe) to use, a kid can do it.
“One push and you have a crustless sandwich,” one reviewer said. “They paid for themselves the first time I used them, I’ll never by store bought sandwiches again,” another added.
Made with a food-grade stainless steel blade that’s removable for easy cleaning and a “crumb-free” sealer that makes a perforated edge, these cutters work with most types of bread. The set both square and a circular options, with many parents saying, “The circle one makes [my kids] think they are getting the Smuckers PB and Js.” (We won’t tell Smuckers.)
Users warn not to overstuff your sandwich, but say the seal works perfectly when used correctly. They also note that the blades aren’t too sharp, making it safe for kids to use when making their own lunches.
They’re awesome for prepping sandwiches ahead of time.
Like the real deal Uncrustables, your DIY sammies can go in the freezer and are parent-approved for convenience and speed.
“Make all five sandwiches for the school week in less than 10 minutes and freeze them,” one wrote. “Makes you feel like trying to print counterfeit money after how well this works.”
They’re not just for at-home Uncrustables, either.
Beyond the classic PB&J, shoppers have gotten creative with these cutters. for lunch meat sandwiches and other snacks. “My daughter…uses them to ‘Uncrustable’ everything!” one wrote. “Pizza pockets, sandwiches, pancakes, waffles….if you can make it into a sandwich, she’s going to! Novelty hasn’t worn off yet!”
Read more 5-star reviews of this pair of sandwich cutters below and grab a set for yourself to make your own crustless sandwiches at home.
“There is no reason to buy Uncrustables at the store. We make ours at home using these fantastic tools. We buy organic bread (or bake our own) and use organic fruit spread and peanut butter. What a wonderful healthy snack for our children! And, it’s super fun to do together.” — sharon c.
“My grandson loves these. He can make his own sandwiches and doesn’t need to use a knife to cut off the ‘crust’” — John Harmon
“These make the perfect uncrustable sandwich’s at home, for a fraction of the cost. They cut nicely and the teeth edges seal the filling inside, very well. Just be sure not to over stuff them. I also like that I can customize the sandwich’s and make the filling as I like, not just the standard peanut butter and jelly.” — Belinda
“Sooo excited to have something like this to use for my kiddos now! These worked great – i was a little hesitant that they wouldnt seal the bread quite right but the uncrustables came out perfect. Highly recommend!” — Rozzie Standing
For more budget-friendly kitchen tools, check out this list of chef-recommended items under $25 by former shopping writer Kristen Adaway.
A Microplane rasp grater
This one is rasp-style (long and narrow) and comes in black, white, bloodstone and lilac. It has razor-sharp stainless steel teeth that prove useful for grating in both directions and on a variety of foods like citrus, hard cheeses, ginger and garlic.
OXO Good Grips silicone garlic peeler
Sicily Sierra, professional chef and founder of The Sandwich Ministry, uses it regularly. “Anything that saves you time and cleaning will always be a must-have in my kitchen and this OXO Garlic Peeler is my jam,” she said. “Everyone in the house uses it to give us the perfect cloves without the mess of the peel everywhere.”
A fish spatula
OXO’s fish spatula is oversized to accommodate all types of fish and has a stainless steel head. Its beveled edges help it slide under food without breaking it.
A set of Cuisinart mini spatulas
“A mini spatula (or spoonula, yes, it’s a thing) is every kitchen’s best friend, but especially at home. There are all sorts of small containers and cans that you just can’t get inside with a full size spatula,” she said. “Food waste is the worst, and think of all the peanut butter, mayo and tomato paste (always tomato paste!) you could have saved from waste if you just had the right size spatula for the job! A small investment with huge returns, right here.”
This set comes with three roughly 8-inch long spatulas in pink, green and blue. There’s one that’s ideal for frosting cupcakes, one scooping out of jars and one that’s perfect for icing cookies.
A gnocchi board
“It’s easy to travel with. By using this tool you create these lines that will make your pasta sauce stick to your pasta more,” Barban said.
This gnocchi board from Fante’s easily turns pasta dough into gnocchi thanks to its ridged texture. It’s made in Italy from natural beechwood and is easy to clean; all you have to do is wipe it with a dry cloth or brush.
Joie mini mandoline slicer
“It gives you consistent slices and cuts. It works well with so many vegetables and fruit. There’s also the option to julienne items, too. I cook ramen a lot and a mandoline slicer always gives me the best size for my toppings and garnish. As great as this kitchen tool is, it’s also dangerous so please cause carefully. Once you’re attached to this item, it will become your go-to tool in your chef kit,” she said.
A mortar and pestle
“It is extremely versatile, underrated and, not to mention, looks super cute on your countertop. I use it to grind whole spices for savory dishes and desserts, make chutneys, pound ginger and garlic into a paste, make pestos and much more. The key is getting a heavy-weight mortar and pestle, specifically with a pestle that is heavy in weight so it does the work for you when your grinding food down.”
Over 60 Amazon reviews mention how sturdy and heavy this is, making it a durable kitchen tool for your next pesto recipe.
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