Brandy custard (TM6)
Brandy custard is a classic warm dessert sauce made with eggs, cream, milk, raw sugar and a generous splash of brandy. The Thermomix gently heats and stirs the custard simultaneously, so it turns silky without curdling. Ideal over Christmas pudding, mince pies or warm chocolate cake, this boozy custard delivers festive comfort in minutes.
About this recipe
Brandy custard with the Thermomix TM7 is the festive dessert sauce every host needs in their repertoire. Searching for easy custard recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine ends here: this silky sauce brings together eggs, pouring cream, milk, raw sugar and a generous measure of brandy for a dessert that tastes like Christmas on a spoon. The secret to great custard is controlled heat and constant movement, which is exactly what the TM7 excels at. Instead of nervously stirring a saucepan and hoping the eggs do not scramble, you simply add the ingredients and let the machine heat and whisk them into a glossy, pouring consistency. Serve it warm over Christmas pudding, mince pies, apple crumble or a dense chocolate cake, and watch guests quietly ask for seconds. The brandy adds aromatic warmth while the cream keeps everything decadently smooth, making this a quick dessert finale worthy of any celebration.
Preparation tips
- Use room-temperature eggs before starting, as cold eggs can cause the custard to thicken unevenly. Take them out of the fridge shortly before making the brandy custard for the silkiest result.
- Add the brandy only near the end of the process so the alcohol retains its aroma. Stir it through the finished custard rather than cooking it from the start for a warmer, rounder flavour.
- If the custard thickens too much before serving, whisk in a splash of cold milk to loosen it. Serve immediately over Christmas pudding or pour it into a warmed jug for the table.
Recipe variations
- Alcohol-free version: simply replace the brandy with a teaspoon of vanilla extract and a grating of fresh nutmeg. Children can then enjoy the same silky custard over their pudding or pancakes without any alcohol.
- Festive variation: infuse the milk with a strip of orange zest and a cinnamon stick before blending in the eggs, cream and sugar. This gives the brandy custard a mulled, Christmassy character perfect for December dinners.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Precise control - The Thermomix heats the eggs, cream and milk gradually so the brandy custard turns silky without scrambling. [Temperature Control]
- Hands-free cooking - Continuous stirring of the TM7 replaces constant whisking while the raw sugar dissolves completely into the custard. [Hands-Free]
- Weighing accuracy - Weigh the pouring cream and raw sugar directly into the mixing bowl of the Thermomix for consistently balanced sweetness. [Built-in Scale]
- Automatic blending - The TM7 blends the eggs into the warm mixture until the brandy custard reaches a glossy, pouring consistency. [Automation]
- Effortless cleaning - One mixing bowl handles heating, stirring and blending of the brandy custard, leaving you minimal washing up. [Easy Cleaning]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- raw sugar
- pouring (whipping) cream
- milk
- eggs
- brandy