Back to School Pancake Pops

By Amy Locurto Updated
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These Apple Book Worm Pancake Pops are a fun and easy back-to-school snack kids love. Perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or after-school treats.

Back to School Snack - Apple Book Worm Pancake Pop

Back to School Snack: Apple Book Worm Pancake Pops

Looking for a fun, creative back to school snack that kids will actually be excited about? These adorable Apple Book Worm Pancake Pops are just the treat you need! They’re playful, easy to make, and perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or special weekend breakfasts.

Created by talented mom and artist Jenni Price, these pancake pops turn ordinary pancakes into cute snacks that kids love. Not only are they fun to eat — they’re fun to make together!

Back to School Snack - Apple Book Worm Pancake Pop

What Makes These Pancake Pops So Great

  • Kid-approved: Bite-sized pancakes on sticks are way more fun than standard pancakes.
  • Perfect for busy mornings: A quick breakfast on the go.
  • Creative twist: Turn pancake batter into adorable apple or book worm shapes that make school mornings special.

Why They’re So Fun

These pancake pops are more than just a snack — they’re a creative activity you can share with your kids. Whether you’re celebrating the first day of school or just want a cheerful breakfast idea, this recipe adds personality and smiles to every bite.

What You’ll Need

This post links to a free, printable PDF tutorial with step-by-step visuals to help you make these cuties at home.

Click the image below or download the PDF for full instructions and printable templates.

Tip: These pancake pops are super versatile — add chocolate chips, or use whole grain batter for a healthier twist.

How to Make Apple Book Worm Pancake Pops

While the full visual PDF walks you through every step, here’s a quick overview of the process:

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  1. Mix your pancake batter — simple ingredients like flour, egg, and milk work great.
  2. Create the fun apple shape — freehand pancake art for this apple book worm design as seen in the printable download tutorial.
  3. Insert sticks — let kids help with this part for maximum fun!

Serving Ideas & Variations

Make these even more exciting with:

  • Fruit dip bar: Serve with yogurt, maple syrup, or honey
  • Add fresh fruit: Top with berries or banana slices
  • Sweet twist: Drizzle chocolate or sprinkle cinnamon sugar.

Back-to-School Bonus

These pancake pops are great for classroom parties, lunches, or after-school snacks. They bring a smile and give kids a moment to be silly & creative — which is exactly what mornings should be.

Back to School Snack - Apple Book Worm Pancake Pop

These special treats would be perfect for the first day of school, after school snack or fun to make with your kids!

Download Instructions

Click the image below to download a Free Printable PDF file with detailed instructions. You’ll be making cute pancakes in no time!

Apple Book Worm - Pancake Pop Tutorial

For non-Commercial Use only. All images and content ©Jenni Price. Items not to be sold in stores.

If you have problems downloading this printable file, let us know. Enjoy!

 

Bunny Tutorial by Jenni Price Illustration 1

Jenni Price is a mom, a wife, and illustrator who loves making her kids art pancakes for snacks. She loves creating pancakes around Biblical themes to teach her children more about Jesus. Who would have thought that pancakes could be so artful and educational?  She hopes to inspire you to give art pancakes a try!

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Amy Locurto is a creative lifestyle blogger and graphic designer from Dallas, Texas. Founder of Living Locurto, Amy helps busy people craft fun into stress-free entertaining by sharing cute party food, fun drinks, easy DIYs, and magical travel tips for every day and every holiday.

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  3. Yummy!… its so nice for my kids.

    Thanks for this.

  4. Oh I love this. Kids are going to love this too I’m sure. I wonder how the colors are incorporated here. Thanks for sharing this with us. I’ll check the site out.

    Jarrod

  5. Hi AMY,
    Just found this and love it! Sad that I am unable to download file…it must be on my end….have tried several days with no luck….anyway I can get it emailed? My thanks in advance!

    Nancy

  6. @leslie, I was able to download it after I made sure my browser was working correctly. I had to update the Internet Explorer but now it works fine 🙂 Hope that helps and will work for you, too 🙂

  7. @Nina,

    I cannot open it either.

  8. I absolutely LOVE this idea… and what kid doesn’t want a pancake on a stick? I featured it in my 19 Creative Back to School Ideas and Treats round-up today!

  16. I just posted a link on EdibleCrafts.CraftGossip.com, calling Jenni one of my “favorite pancake designers.” Yes, I have favorite pancake designers. How very odd of me! This is pure genius. She’s so brilliant!

  17. Hi Amy!

    I’m so thrilled to be featured on your awesome blog! A big thanks!

    Blessings,

    Jenni

  18. @Nina, I was able to download it today! It was my computer 🙂 Sorry! Thank you for your wonderful ideas and the free printables! I am enjoying them and cannot wait to make these pancakes for the first day of school!
    Nina

  25. @Amy, I still cannot download the file. It is probably my computer and not the file if I am the only one having trouble…

  26. Amy, I still cannot download the intructions. It is probably my computer then 🙁

  27. @Nina,

    Just saw this. Were you ever able to get it to work. I’ve had testers download it fine. Let me know. thanks!

  29. I use to think I was a little creative….until I started blogging…you girls are amazing…..very cute idea.

  30. I love this Pancake idea! Thank you for sharing!!
    Unfortunately my computer won’t dowload it for me 🙁

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