Elmo Cupcakes

1 min read September 13, 2026 Michelle Stewart
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Looking for Elmo inspired cupcakes? You don't need to be a master baker to whip these little cuties in no time at all! Perfect for any Elmo or Sesame Street themed celebration!

Recipe Time
10 to 15 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Servings
6 to 12 Servings
Ingredients:
  • Cupcakes
  • Icing
  • Red Food Coloring
  • Red Sugar Sprinkles
  • Candy Eyeballs
  • Orange Jelly Beans
  • Oreo Cookies
Step
1

Start by tinting homemade or store bought icing with red food coloring. Stir to blend in well.

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Step
2

Frost the cupcake using a knife or spatula. No need for special tools!

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Step
3

Cover with red sugar sprinkles for Elmo's "fur".

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Step
4

Separate a few Oreo cookies and cut in half.

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Step
5

Place a half of the cookie on the cupcake for Elmo's mouth.

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Step
6

Add candy eyeballs.

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Step
7

Finish with an Orange Jelly Bean nose.

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Step
8

Add a Monster Cupcake Liner and place them on your party table for guests to enjoy!

 

Don't forget to see the whole Elmo party and check out the tutorials for the Elmo Party Favors, and Elmo Piñata.

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