This childhood classic mixes creamy peanut butter with sweet jelly on soft bread. Europeans often find the combination strange, preferring jam with butter instead.
Corn dogs are hot dogs dipped in a sweet cornmeal batter and fried on a stick. This fairground favorite is beloved for its portability and nostalgic vibes.
This Southern staple pairs fluffy biscuits with a creamy sausage gravy. While Europeans think of biscuits as cookies, American biscuits are buttery, flaky, and perfect for sopping up rich gravy.
Grits are made from ground corn, often served with butter or cheese. A breakfast staple in the South, grits have a creamy, slightly grainy texture that baffles European palates.
This campfire treat combines graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate. S’mores are quintessentially American, often associated with childhood camping trips.
A Thanksgiving side dish topped with marshmallows, this dish is both sweet and savory. The idea of marshmallows on sweet potatoes confuses Europeans, who might see it as more dessert than side dish.
This soda has a distinct, herbal flavor that’s not for everyone. Root beer is a polarizing beverage, often compared to medicinal tastes by Europeans.