Thermomix Vanilla Custard (Silky Smooth & Foolproof)
This classic vanilla custard is one of those recipes every Thermomix owner should know. It’s creamy, glossy, perfectly thick — and impossible to curdle because the Thermomix controls the temperature while stirring constantly.
Use it as a dessert on its own, pour it over cakes, fill donuts, or layer it in trifles. Once you make homemade custard, the packet version never compares again.
Why This Recipe Works
Gentle heat + continuous stirring = no lumps, no scrambling, and perfectly smooth custard every time.
Ingredients
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500 g full-cream milk
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2 egg yolks
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40 g cornflour (cornstarch)
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60 g sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla paste)
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Pinch salt
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20 g butter (optional, extra richness)
Thermomix Method
1️⃣ Add all ingredients (except butter) into the bowl
7 min / 90°C / Speed 4
2️⃣ Add butter (optional)
10 sec / Speed 3
Custard is ready — thick, glossy, and perfectly smooth.
Texture Guide
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Pouring sauce → use immediately
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Spoon custard → chill 1–2 hours
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Extra thick filling → add 5 g more cornflour
Serving Ideas
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Over warm brownies or cake
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With apple pie or crumble
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Filling for donuts & pastries
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Layered in trifle
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With fresh fruit
Tips for Perfect Custard
✔ Use full-cream milk for best texture
✔ Don’t cook above 90°C (prevents curdling)
✔ Stir after chilling to restore creaminess
✔ Cover surface with plastic wrap to prevent skin
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 days in airtight container.
Final Thoughts
This Thermomix vanilla custard is simple, reliable, and endlessly useful — the kind of staple recipe you’ll memorize quickly and make again and again. Smooth, comforting, and beautifully homemade every time ✨