Get Ready to Party Down on Sesame Street with These Adorable Cake Pops!

Sesame Street, the iconic children’s show, celebrated its 40th anniversary on November 10th, and the muppet mania is still going strong! For years, fans have been clamoring for Sesame Street themed treats, especially Elmo cake pops. If you’ve been searching for the perfect way to bring these beloved characters to your next party, look no further. We’re diving into how to create your very own Sesame Street cake pops that are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.

What makes these Sesame Street cake pops so special? It’s the fun of transforming simple cake pops into edible versions of Elmo, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch, and Big Bird! And the secret to bringing these characters to life lies in the details – from perfectly round white candy eyes to colorful candy melts and a little bit of creative decorating.

Let’s get started on how you can make these delightful Sesame Street cake pops at home.

First, you’ll need to prepare your basic cake pops. You can find a detailed guide on how to make cake pops here. Once your cake balls are made and chilled, you’re ready for the fun part: decorating them into your favorite Sesame Street friends!

Decorating Your Sesame Street Cake Pops

To bring each Sesame Street character to life, you’ll need a few key decorating supplies and some easy techniques. Here’s a breakdown for each character:

Elmo Cake Pops

Elmo, the furry red monster, is a classic favorite. To create Elmo cake pops, you’ll need:

Red candy melts for coating.
Orange jelly beans for his signature nose.
Candy melts (or similar) cut in half for his mouth.
White round candies for his eyes (white M&Ms, white chocolate covered espresso beans, or solid white candies work well).
Edible ink pen to draw on the pupils of his eyes and mouth detail.

Instructions for Elmo:

Dip your chilled cake pop into melted red candy coating until fully covered.
While the coating is still wet, attach the white candy eyes and orange jelly bean nose.
Let the coating harden completely.
Once dry, use an edible ink pen to draw the pupils on the white candy eyes and a curved line for Elmo’s cheerful mouth.

Elmo Cake Pops ready to bring smiles to everyone's faces

For an extra furry effect, you can drizzle red candy coating over the pop using a toothpick after the base coat has slightly set. This technique, though a bit time-consuming, gives Elmo a wonderful textured look.

Cookie Monster Cake Pops

Everyone’s favorite cookie-crazed monster is next! For Cookie Monster cake pops, gather:

Blue candy melts for coating.
Dark chocolate candy melts, cut into lip shapes for his wide mouth.
White round candies for eyes.
Miniature chocolate chip cookies for his iconic snack!

Instructions for Cookie Monster:

Dip your cake pop into melted blue candy coating.
While wet, shape and attach the dark chocolate candy melt pieces to create Cookie Monster’s open mouth.
Affix the white candy eyes.
Let everything set and dry.
Once dry, you can add miniature chocolate chip cookies to his mouth area using a dab of melted candy coating to make it look like he’s about to gobble them up!

To create Cookie Monster’s distinctive lip, try shaping the dark chocolate candy melts to give his mouth more dimension.

Oscar the Grouch Cake Pops

Don’t forget the resident grump of Sesame Street! To make Oscar the Grouch cake pops, you’ll need:

Green candy melts for coating.
Dark chocolate candy melts, cut in half to form his open, grumpy mouth.
White round candies, halved or cut pieces for inset eyes.
Brown candy writer or melted dark chocolate for eyebrows.
Red jumbo heart sprinkle (point cut off and rounded) for his tongue.

Instructions for Oscar:

Dip your cake pop in green candy coating.
For Oscar’s mouth, reshape the cake ball slightly into a C-shape to accommodate the open mouth. Attach the halved dark chocolate candy melts to form his grumpy expression.
Create inset eyes by attaching halved white candies.
Let the coating dry.
Pipe on brown eyebrows above his eyes using a candy writer or melted chocolate.
Attach the modified red heart sprinkle as his tongue.

Creating Oscar’s mouth requires a bit more shaping of the cake pop itself, but it’s worth it for his characteristic scowl.

Big Bird Cake Pops

Last but not least, we have the cheerful Big Bird! For Big Bird cake pops, you’ll need:

Yellow candy melts for coating.
Yellow sanding sugar for a feathery texture.
Candy corn for his beak (cut off the pointed end).
Pink and blue edible ink pens for his eyelids.

Instructions for Big Bird:

Dip your cake pop in yellow candy coating.
Immediately sprinkle yellow sanding sugar all over the wet coating to give Big Bird his feathery look.
Dip the candy corn in yellow candy melts (ensure the coating is thin for a smooth dip) and attach it as his beak. Alternatively, use an uncoated orange candy corn for a simpler beak.
Let the coating set.
Once dry, decorate his eyelids with pink and blue edible ink pens.

For Big Bird’s feathery texture, make sure to sprinkle the sanding sugar while the candy coating is still wet so it adheres properly.

Tips for Perfect Sesame Street Cake Pops

Candy Coating Consistency: Ensure your candy melts are properly melted and thinned if necessary. You can use paramount crystals, shortening, or vegetable oil to thin out overly thick coating. This will help in achieving a smooth, even dip.
Eye Placement: Consistent placement of eyes is key to character recognition. Try to position them symmetrically for each character.
Mouth Details: Pay attention to the shape and placement of the mouths. Each character has a unique mouth shape that contributes significantly to their look.
Drying Time: Allow ample drying time between steps, especially after dipping and attaching decorations. This prevents smudging and ensures everything stays in place.
Supplies on Hand: Have all your supplies prepped and ready before you start dipping and decorating. This will make the process smoother and more enjoyable.

Creating these Sesame Street cake pops is a labor of love, especially if you opt for the extra furry texture. But the result is undeniably adorable and perfect for any Sesame Street themed celebration, birthday party, or just a fun baking project.

So, are you ready to bring the magic of Sesame Street to your kitchen? Gather your supplies, follow these steps, and get ready to impress everyone with your delightful and delicious Sesame Street cake pops! Don’t forget to share your creations! We’d love to see your own versions of these iconic characters. Let the Sesame Street cake pop party begin!