• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Thermomix Recipes
  • Sweet
    • Slices, Brownies & Bars
    • Cookies & Biscuits
    • Cakes & Cupcakes
    • Chocolate
    • Desserts
    • Breakfast & Brunch
    • Healthy Treats
    • Drinks & Smoothies
    • Sweet Breads & Muffins
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Celebrations
  • Savoury
    • Savoury Thermomix Lunchbox Recipes
    • Main Dishes
    • Sides & Salads
    • Snacks
    • Soups
    • Savoury Breads & Muffins
  • Lunch Box
    • Kids/Toddlers
  • Family Meals
  • Store
    • Shop All
    • Categories
      • Thermomix Recipe Books
      • Thermomix Recipe eBooks
  • Contact

Thermobliss

menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Thermomix Recipes
  • Sweet Recipes
  • Savoury Recipes
  • Family Recipes
  • Cookbook Shop
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×

    Home » All Posts » Savoury » Main Dishes » Creamy Thermomix Carbonara Recipe

    Published: Mar 1, 2021 by Lauren Matheson ·

    Creamy Thermomix Carbonara Recipe

    289 shares
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    This creamy Bacon Thermomix Carbonara recipe can be ready to enjoy in less than 45 minutes and will be a hit with your family. It's packed with flavour and you need just six simple ingredients to make it!

    side view of creamy carbonara in a  green bowl

    One of our favourite weeknight dinners is this easy Carbonara recipe as it's quick to prepare and gets a big tick of approval from my family. For an even faster meal, try cooking the pasta on the stove while the sauce is cooking.

    Why you will love this recipe

    • It's quick to make! You can be enjoying this creamy Carbonara in just 45 minutes.
    • Budget Friendly, you need just a few basic ingredients to make this recipe.
    • Make it your own! Don't have any bacon? You can use pancetta or ham if you need. You can also add cooked shredded chicken or sun-dried tomatoes to help stretch this recipe further.
    Top close up view of carbonara in a green bowl with parmesan on top

    Ingredients Note:

    • Cream - I use regular full fat thickened cream for this recipe, you can also use 'pouring cream' or cooking cream if you wish.
    • Bacon - I prefer to use shortcut bacon for this recipe and slice it into pieces myself before adding to the sauce. If you prefer, you can use whole bacon rashers. To chop using the Thermomix, add torn pieces of bacon (no bigger than 4cm) to your Thermomix before starting this recipe and mix for 3 seconds, Speed 5 to chop.
    carbonara on a fork above a bowl

    Step by Step Photos

    Making your own Carbonara sauce from scratch really is quite easy in your Thermomix. All you need to do is:

    • Grate the parmesan cheese,
    • Chop the bacon, garlic and onion ,
    • Add the cream and cook.
    • Add some of the reserved parmesan cheese,
    • Cook the pasta,
    • Mix the sauce and pasta together and serve.
    collage of steps to make carbonara in a thermomix

    Expert Tips for Making Carbonara in a Thermomix:

    • To get dinner on the table faster, you can cook the pasta on your stovetop.
    • Why not try your favourite pasta with this recipe? You can use any type of pasta, please note the cooking time for the pasta will vary.
    • It's important not to overcook your pasta as it will continue to cook through once combined with the sauce.
    • Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge and enjoyed within 3 days.
    • You can also freeze this recipe, store in a freezer safe container and consume within 3 months.
    What type of cream do I need to use?

    When making this recipe I usually use thickened cream, however you can also use pouring cream if you prefer.

    Can you substitute milk for cream in Carbonara?

    Yes you can, please note that the sauce will not thicken quite as much though.

    More easy Thermomix Pasta Recipes

    • Beef and Vegetable Pasta Bake
    • Creamy Chicken & Bacon Pasta Bake
    • Thermomix BBQ Chicken Pasta
    • Pasta Dough
    • Chicken Pesto Pasta
    creamy carbonara in a bowl

    Creamy Thermomix Carbonara Recipe

    This creamy Bacon Thermomix Carbonara recipe can be ready to enjoy in less than 45 minutes and will be a hit with your family.
    4.67 from 21 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dinners
    Cuisine: Australian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 33 minutes
    Total Time: 38 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 963kcal
    Author: Lucy & Lauren

    Equipment

    • Thermomix
    • ThermoServer

    Ingredients

    • 120 grams parmesan cheese cut into 2 - 3cm pieces
    • 3 cloves garlic peeled
    • 1 brown onion peeled and cut in half
    • 200 grams bacon diced
    • 60 grams butter
    • 300 ml thickened cream
    • salt and pepper pinch of each, to taste

    Pasta

    • 1200 grams water
    • ½ teaspoon salt optional
    • 270 grams pasta spaghetti or fettuccine

    Instructions

    • Place the parmesan cheese into your Thermomix bowl and mix for 10 seconds, Speed 9 to grate. Transfer to a bowl and set aside until needed.
    • Without washing the bowl, add the garlic cloves and onion and mix for 5 seconds, Speed 7.
    • Scrape down the sides of the Thermomix bowl and add the bacon pieces and butter. Cook for 5 minutes, 100 degrees, Speed 2 - measuring cup off.
    • Scrape down the sides of the Thermomix bowl and add the cream and pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 20 minutes, 110 degrees, REVERSE, Speed 2 - also with the measuring cup off. Please use a splatter guard (TM6) or basket insert (TM5/TM31) on top of your bowl to prevent any splatters.
    • Add 60 grams of parmesan cheese and stir through the sauce. Transfer to a Thermoserver to keep warm.
    • In a clean mixing bowl, add 1200 grams of water and the salt. Cook for 10 minutes, Varoma temperature, Speed 2 - measuring cup on.
    • Carefully remove the measuring cup and add the pasta through the hole in the lid. Cook for 9 minutes, Varoma temperature, REVERSE, Speed 2, or until the pasta has just cooked.
    • Drain the water from the pasta and add the pasta to your ThermoServer and use a pair of tongs to mix through with the sauce. Serve with the remaining parmesan cheese sprinkled over the top.

    Notes

    • You can use thickened or pouring cream for this recipe.
    • The time it takes to cook the pasta may vary between brands/types.
    • You can also use a short pasta for this recipe, the cooking time will vary.
    • If you prefer, you can cook the pasta on the stove while the sauce is cooking in your Thermomix. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 963kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 98g | Saturated Fat: 49g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 203mg | Sodium: 1352mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2005IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 436mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this Recipe? Share it Today!Mention @Thermobliss or tag #Thermobliss!

    YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

    • Thermomix Eggnog Recipe
      Thermomix Eggnog Recipe
    • Thermomix Boston Bun Recipe
      Thermomix Boston Bun Recipe
    • Thermomix Banana Pancakes Recipe
      Thermomix Banana Pancakes Recipe
    • Thermomix Pound Cake Recipe
      Thermomix Pound Cake Recipe
    « Thermomix Raspberry Gin Cocktail
    The BEST Thermomix Cocktail Recipes »
    Get the Brunch Pro Theme

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Teena McEwan says

      October 22, 2022 at 10:02 pm

      So darm nice, will add chicken to it next time I think... Yummo

      Reply
    2. Kylie says

      May 09, 2022 at 5:11 pm

      5 stars
      So good! My (fussy!) kids loved this recipe. A new fave! Thank you so much for the effort you put into your amazing recipes.

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        May 24, 2022 at 1:28 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    3. Kristy says

      April 03, 2022 at 5:15 pm

      Do you think I could sub the parmesan with tasty or mozzarella that I have in the fridge? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        April 04, 2022 at 8:02 am

        Hi Kristy, the parmesan cheese is definitely what makes a carbonara! I'd recommend sticking to that!

        Reply
    4. Fiona says

      December 19, 2021 at 4:34 pm

      5 stars
      Huge hit in our house, we are a family of 7 with fussy eaters and they all literally licked their plates clean.

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        December 23, 2021 at 6:57 pm

        That's so wonderful to hear!

        Reply
    5. Teegz says

      August 18, 2021 at 7:37 pm

      5 stars
      What a fantastic recipe.
      This was my first thermo bliss recipe and it impressed the family.

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        August 19, 2021 at 8:00 am

        We're so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    6. Sarah says

      June 25, 2021 at 5:55 pm

      5 stars
      Big hit in our house, 3 kids back for seconds so had to make a second lot!
      Added cooked chicken to mine 😋😋

      Reply
    7. Natasha Faulds says

      May 27, 2021 at 10:56 pm

      5 stars
      I've tried a few Carbonaras and this was amazing. No left overs.

      Reply
      • Lauren Matheson says

        May 28, 2021 at 5:25 am

        We're so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    8. Emily says

      March 07, 2021 at 6:31 am

      5 stars
      I substituted the 200g bacon for 200g mushrooms and it was delicious. Easy to make and lots of flavour 🙂

      Reply
      • Astrid says

        June 04, 2021 at 11:01 am

        Great idea. Need to cut salt intake so bacon is a big no no.

        Reply
      • Linda says

        July 18, 2021 at 9:25 am

        Where in the recipe did you add the mushroom? Last time it blended mine.

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, We're Lauren and Lucy! We're two mums who love to cook and want to show you how easy it is to make delicious family meals, baking treats and lunch box snacks in your Thermomix..

    More about us →

    Thermomix Christmas Recipes

    • Thermomix Turkish Delight Rocky Road
    • Thermomix Chocolate Mint Fudge
    • Thermomix White Chocolate & Cranberry Cookies
    • Thermomix Christmas Fudge
    • The Best Thermomix Caramel Fudge Recipe
    • The Best Thermomix Gingerbread Recipe

    Popular Recipes

    • Thermomix Pancakes | The Best Fluffy Pancake Recipe!
    • Thermomix Baileys
    • Thermomix Eggnog Recipe
    • Thermomix Nutella Cheesecake

    Popular Cookbooks

    • Complete Cookbook Set | 13 Books
    • Thermomix Cookies & Slices, Chocolate and Slices 3 Book Bundle
    • Cocktails Volume 1 and 2 Bundle
    • THERMOMIX CHRISTMAS VOLUMES 1 AND 2 COOKBOOK BUNDLE

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • About Us
    • Terms Of Use

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • hello@thermobliss.com

    Please note the content including images and recipes contained within the ThermoBliss website and recipe books are protected by copyright 2021. Adding and/or sharing of content from the ThermoBliss website or recipe books to third party websites or platforms is prohibited.

    Copyright © 2021 ThermoBliss

    Copyright 2020 Brunch Pro on the Brunch Pro Theme

    Manage Cookie Consent
    To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions.
    Functional Always active
    The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.
    Preferences
    The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user.
    Statistics
    The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
    Marketing
    The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
    Manage options Manage services Manage vendors Read more about these purposes
    View preferences
    {title} {title} {title}