Runny custard (TM6 - 6-8 portions)
Runny custard is a classic pouring custard made with milk, eggs, cornflour, raw sugar and a hint of lemon. This silky sauce dessert is ideal in the Thermomix TM7, as precise heating and continuous stirring prevent curdling. Serve it warm over pudding, cake or fresh fruit for a comforting family dessert in minutes.
About this recipe
Runny custard Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate pouring custard recipe for anyone craving that nostalgic, silky sauce over pudding, apple cake or fresh strawberries. Made with just five simple ingredients — milk, eggs, cornflour, raw sugar and lemon — this dessert proves that an all-in-one kitchen machine delivers a smoother result than any saucepan and wooden spoon. The secret lies in gentle, continuous heating: where homemade custard often curdles on the hob, the TM7 stirs and cooks the egg mixture evenly, giving a glossy, pourable consistency every single time. The lemon zest perfumes the milk subtly, while the cornflour guarantees thickness without lumps. Whether you need a quick weeknight dessert sauce, a companion for Christmas pudding or a base for trifles, this runny custard is ready in minutes and suits beginner and experienced cooks alike. Searching for custard recipes Thermomix style ends here.
Preparation tips
- Use the zest of the lemon only and avoid the white pith, as it turns the custard bitter during heating. A fine grater or a few seconds in the TM7 bowl gives clean, aromatic zest.
- Pour the finished custard into a warm jug rather than a cold one, and cover the surface with cling film to prevent a skin forming while it waits for serving.
- For a richer result, swap half the milk for single cream, or add a scraped vanilla pod along with the lemon zest for a more festive flavour that children especially love.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the milk with lactose-free whole milk or unsweetened oat drink. The cornflour and eggs still set the custard beautifully, keeping the same silky, pourable texture for lactose-intolerant guests.
- Festive version: infuse the milk with a cinnamon stick, a strip of orange peel and a dash of rum or amaretto before cooking. Perfect poured over Christmas pudding or warm mince pies.
Why this recipe works
Whipping up a silky, runny custard usually demands constant attention and precious time you simply don’t have. Fortunately, the Thermomix TM7 changes the game by handling the delicate temperature control for you, ensuring perfect results without standing over the hob. In just minutes, you can enjoy a versatile dessert sauce that tastes homemade but fits perfectly into your hectic schedule. It is the ultimate time-saving solution for creating a classic, luscious treat effortlessly whenever the craving strikes.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing accuracy - The Thermomix integrated scale weighs the cornflour and raw sugar directly into the bowl to the gram. [Built-in scale]. [Built-in Scale]
- Precise heating - Gentle temperature control of the TM7 cooks the egg and milk mixture evenly without any curdling. [Temperature control]. [Precision Control]
- Hands-free cooking - The Thermomix stirs the custard continuously while heating, leaving your hands-free to prepare dessert. [Hands-free]. [Hands-Free]
- Grating ease - The TM7 grates the lemon zest finely in seconds, releasing aromatic oils into the warm milk. [Grating]. [Multi-Function]
- Silky blending - The Thermomix blends the eggs and cornflour into a lump-free base before cooking starts. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- lemon
- raw sugar
- cornflour
- eggs
- milk