Thermomix Chocolate Mud Cake Recipe
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Rich, dense, and intensely chocolatey mud cake made entirely in your Thermomix. Features a fudgy center with a crackly top — perfect for chocolate lovers.
By Sarah Mitchell • June 19, 2026
Rich, dense, and intensely chocolatey mud cake made entirely in your Thermomix. Features a fudgy center with a crackly top — perfect for chocolate lovers.
About This Recipe
"Thermomix Chocolate Mud Cake" is a Thermomix recipe that brings dark chocolate (70%), unsalted butter, caster sugar, large eggs and plain flour together into a flavorful, well-balanced dish. Rated Easy and ready in about 70 minutes, this recipe fits easily into a busy schedule. It serves 10 and works equally well for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. The Australian inspiration behind this dish balances classic techniques with clean, vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate (70%)
- 200 g unsalted butter
- 250 g caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 100 g plain flour
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 160°C. Grease and line a 20cm round tin.
- 2
Add chocolate and butter to Thermomix bowl. Melt 5 min/50°C/Speed 2.
- 3
Add sugar. Mix 10 sec/Speed 4.
- 4
Add eggs one at a time. Mix 10 sec/Speed 4 after each.
- 5
Add flour, cocoa, vanilla, and salt. Mix 15 sec/Speed 3. Scrape down and mix 10 sec/Speed 3.
- 6
Pour into prepared tin. Bake 50-55 minutes until a skewer comes out with moist crumbs.
- 7
Cool in tin 20 minutes, then turn out. Dust with cocoa powder to serve.
Expert Tips
For the best result, use the freshest, highest-quality ingredients you can find. Dark chocolate (70%) is the heart of this dish, so choose it with care. Read the recipe through before you start and prep all ingredients in advance (mise en place) so the cooking process is smooth. Thermomix work especially well for this preparation. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and acid at the end to make the flavors pop.
What To Serve With This
"Thermomix Chocolate Mud Cake" is a versatile Thermomix dish that pairs beautifully with a simple side salad, buttered green beans, roasted potatoes and classic Australian sides. Choose at least one fresh and one hearty side to create a balanced meal.
Storage & Reheating
Thermomix Chocolate Mud Cake stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating before sealing the container. Reheat gently until warmed through, adding a small splash of liquid if needed to restore the original texture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mud cake?
A mud cake is a dense, fudgy chocolate cake with a moist, brownie-like texture. Uses melted chocolate and butter for an intensely rich crumb.
Can I make mud cake in the Thermomix?
Yes — the Thermomix melts chocolate and butter at a precise 50°C without burning. You can prepare the entire batter in one bowl.
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