Cacao custard (Toddlers and beyond)
This cacao custard is a wholesome, chocolatey dessert made with raw cacao powder, Medjool dates, cashews, milk and eggs, sweetened naturally without refined sugar. The Thermomix grinds the cashews and dates to a silky base, then heats and stirs the custard evenly so it thickens without lumps. Ideal for toddlers and the whole family.
About this recipe
Cacao custard Thermomix TM7 is the kind of chocolate dessert parents genuinely feel good about serving: rich raw cacao, naturally sweet Medjool dates and creamy cashews, all transformed into a silky custard without refined sugar. Searching for healthy Thermomix TM7 recipes for toddlers often leads to compromise, but this all-in-one kitchen machine handles everything in one bowl. It grinds the cashews and dates into a smooth paste, then gently heats the milk and egg mixture while stirring continuously, so the arrowroot thickens the custard evenly without a single lump. The result is a velvety, cinnamon-scented dessert with a deep chocolate flavour that appeals to little ones and adults alike. Serve it warm as a comforting pudding or chilled as a make-ahead dessert. It is an ideal introduction to the world of homemade custard, showing just how effortlessly the TM7 turns simple, wholesome ingredients into a family favourite.
Preparation tips
- Soak the cashews in cold water beforehand if you have time; this helps the Thermomix grind them into an extra-smooth paste, giving the cacao custard a creamier mouthfeel without any grainy bits.
- Serve the custard in small toddler-friendly cups and chill the rest in the fridge; a piece of cling film directly on the surface prevents a skin from forming while it sets.
- If your Medjool dates feel dry, pit and soak them briefly in a splash of the warm milk before grinding; for older children, a grating of extra cacao on top makes the dessert feel festive.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the milk with unsweetened oat or almond milk. The cashews still provide plenty of creaminess, so the cacao custard keeps its silky texture and chocolate flavour.
- Festive version: add a pinch of ground cinnamon extra and a drop of orange zest while heating, then serve chilled in glasses with a few crushed roasted cashews on top for a dinner-party dessert.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grinding mastery - The TM7 grinds cashews and Medjool dates into a silky paste, forming a lump-free base for the cacao custard. [Grinding]. [Multi-Function]
- Built-in scale - The integrated scale of the Thermomix weighs the milk and arrowroot flour directly in the bowl, saving measuring cups. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Precise heating - The Thermomix heats the egg and milk mixture gradually so the custard thickens without curdling. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Even mixing - Continuous stirring by the TM7 blends the cacao powder and cinnamon uniformly into a velvety texture. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Gentle steaming - The Varoma of the Thermomix steams the custard gently, keeping it soft and spoonable for toddlers. [Steaming]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- pitted Medjool dates
- cashews
- milk
- eggs
- egg yolk
- raw cacao powder
- arrowroot flour
- ground cinnamon