Homemade creamy custard that's smooth, lump-free and delicious. It's the perfect accompaniment to a cosy hot dessert.
Making your own custard allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring a rich, creamy texture and authentic flavour that store-bought versions can't match. Plus, it's fresher and free from preservatives.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of cooking time.
- Great for using up egg yolks after making meringues.
Recipe Ingredients
Note: The full quantities are shown in the recipe card below.
- Milk - use full cream milk, as light milk won't thicken.
- Egg yolks - use egg yolks from large eggs.
- Vanilla extract - use vanilla extract or pure vanilla bean paste.
- Caster sugar - you can make your own caster sugar in the Thermomix.
- Cornflour - helps the custard to thicken.
Step-by-Step Directions
Note: This is a summary of the instructions. The full ingredients and instructions are shown in the recipe card below.
- Add all the ingredients to the Thermomix bowl.
- Heat for 5 min/80°C/speed 4.
Storage
Store the custard in the fridge for up to 3 days. Before the custard cools, lay a piece of cling film over the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
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Thermomix Custard
Enjoy smooth, lump-free custard in minutes with the Thermomix.
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Servings: 550 mls
Ingredients
- 500 g full cream milk
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 g caster sugar
- 30 g cornflour
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the Thermomix bowl and cook for 5 min/80°C/speed 4.
- Serve the custard straight away or leave to cool. It will thicken slightly upon cooling. Lay some cling film over the surface whilst the custard is still hot to prevent a skin from forming.
Notes
Storage: Store the custard in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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