How to Use Emoji Mixer & Emoji Kitchen: Create Custom Emoji Combos

What if you could combine two emojis into one completely new creation? That's exactly what Emoji Kitchen and Emoji Mixer let you do. These tools blend two emojis together into a single mashed-up image — and the results are surprisingly expressive, hilarious, and perfect for when no single emoji quite captures your mood.

This guide explains how both tools work, where to use them, and the best emoji combinations to try first.

What Is Emoji Kitchen?

Emoji Kitchen is a feature originally developed by Google that generates pre-made mashup images when you combine two compatible emojis. It's built into Gboard (Google's keyboard) and is also available on the web.

For example, combining 😂 + 🔥 gives you a crying-laughing face on fire. Combining 🐸 + ☕ gives you the famous Kermit sipping tea face. The mashups are hand-crafted illustrations — not auto-generated — so the results are polished and consistent.

What Is Emoji Mixer?

Emoji Mixer is the broader concept: tools that let you blend any two emojis into a hybrid image. BestEmojis has its own Emoji Mixer tool at /emoji-mixer where you can pick any two emojis and instantly generate a combined version.

How to Use the Emoji Mixer on BestEmojis

1. Go to bestemojis.com/emoji-mixer.
2. Click the first emoji slot and pick your starting emoji from the grid.
3. Click the second emoji slot and pick the emoji you want to mix it with.
4. The mixed result appears instantly in the preview area.
5. Click the result to copy it or download it as an image.

No account needed, no app to install — it works directly in your browser on mobile or desktop.

How to Use Emoji Kitchen on Gboard

1. Open any app where you type (Messages, WhatsApp, Instagram DMs, etc.).
2. Tap the emoji button on your Gboard keyboard.
3. Tap any emoji once — a row of suggested mashups appears above the keyboard.
4. Scroll through the suggestions or tap a second emoji to see specific combinations.
5. Tap any mashup image to insert it as a sticker in your message.

You can also try Emoji Kitchen combinations at bestemojis.com/emoji-kitchen — browse themed combinations without needing Gboard installed.

Best Emoji Combinations to Try

Funny combinations

• 😂 + 💀 — Laughing skull (perfect for "I'm dead" moments)
• 🤡 + 😢 — Sad clown (existential dread in one image)
• 🐸 + ☕ — Kermit sipping tea (classic "but that's none of my business" energy)
• 🥴 + 💫 — Dizzy woozy face (chaotic energy)
• 😤 + 🔥 — Fuming fire face (maximum frustration)

Cute combinations

• 🐱 + 💕 — Cat with hearts (adorable affection)
• 🌸 + 😊 — Blossom smile (soft and cheerful)
• 🐻 + ⭐ — Star bear (cozy and sweet)
• 🦋 + 💜 — Purple butterfly (dreamy aesthetic)
• 🍓 + 😍 — Heart-eyes strawberry (food love)

Mood combinations

• 😴 + ☁️ — Sleeping cloud (tired, floaty energy)
• 😭 + 🌧️ — Crying in the rain (extra dramatic sad)
• 🥰 + 🌈 — Rainbow love face (wholesome happiness)
• 😈 + 💅 — Evil manicure (chaotic confidence)
• 🤓 + 📚 — Nerd with books (study mode activated)

Where Can You Use Emoji Mixer Stickers?

Emoji Kitchen stickers work anywhere you can send images:

• Google Messages — Full native support, the mashups insert inline
• WhatsApp — Send as an image attachment
• Instagram DMs — Share as a photo
• iMessage — Works as an image
• Twitter/X, Discord, Telegram — Upload as an image

The mixed emojis are PNGs with transparent backgrounds, so they look clean on any chat app.

How Many Emoji Combinations Exist?

Google's Emoji Kitchen has over 50,000 supported combinations. Not every pair of emojis has a dedicated mashup — Google selects pairs that produce interesting or useful results. If you pick an unsupported pair, the tool falls back to showing the two emojis side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emoji Mixer free to use?

Yes — the Emoji Mixer at BestEmojis is completely free. No account, no download required.

Can I use the mixed emojis commercially?

Emoji Kitchen mashup images are part of Google's open-source Noto Emoji project. They're generally free for personal use; commercial use should reference Google's Noto Emoji licence terms.

Why doesn't my combination show a mashup?

Not all emoji pairs have pre-made Kitchen combinations. Google has crafted specific pairs — if your chosen two don't have a dedicated mashup, you'll see the standard emojis returned instead.

Does Emoji Kitchen work on iPhone?

Emoji Kitchen is a Gboard feature and Gboard is available on iPhone. Install Gboard from the App Store, set it as your keyboard, and you'll have Emoji Kitchen access. Alternatively, use the web version at bestemojis.com/emoji-kitchen on any device.

Ready to start mixing? Head to BestEmojis Emoji Mixer and start creating. You might discover your new favourite way to react to a message.