TM7 Starter Package: The Basic Accessories List for Beginners
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TM7 Starter Kit: The Essential Accessories List for Beginners
Your Thermomix TM7 is fresh out of the box – and now you're wondering what's the best way to complement it? Good question. The Thermomix TM7 starter kit determines how relaxed and clean your cooking experience will be from the start. In this article, we'll show you which accessories are truly worthwhile, what you can safely skip, and why high-quality silicone accessories play a central role.
What's Already Included in the TM7 Package?
Before we get to the TM7 accessories list, a quick overview: Vorwerk delivers the TM7 with a solid basic package. This typically includes the mixing bowl with lid, steaming basket, mixing element, spatula, and of course the introductory cookbook.
That's a good start – but anyone who cooks regularly soon discovers where practical additions make everyday life significantly more enjoyable. That's exactly where a well-thought-out starter kit comes in.
The Most Important Additions for Your TM7 Starter Kit
1. Splash Guard for the Mixing Bowl Lid
Anyone who's ever pureed hot soup knows: the area around the lid button can become a danger zone. A perfectly fitting silicone splash guard for the TM7 prevents hot liquids or steam from escaping uncontrollably.
The Mixcover steam cooker attachment and splash guard for the TM7 fits precisely on the lid, directs steam in a controlled manner, and is easy to clean in the dishwasher after cooking. Food-grade, BPA-free, and made from high-quality silicone – this isn't a luxury, it's daily safety.
2. Silicone Mat for Your Work Surface
The TM7 is a heavy appliance, and the hot mixing bowl needs a secure place to rest. A silicone mat protects your work surface from heat and scratches and ensures the machine doesn't slip.
The Mixcover silicone mat for the TM7 is heat-resistant, slip-proof, and simple to clean. For good reason, it's one of the most purchased additions shortly after buying a Thermomix 7.
3. Silicone Lid for the Mixing Bowl
Want to store prepared ingredients in the mixing bowl briefly in the refrigerator? Or transport the filled mixing bowl safely? The original mixing bowl lid is only partially suitable for this.
A perfectly fitting silicone lid for the TM7 mixing bowl from Mixcover closes the bowl reliably, is flexible enough for a tight fit, and – of course – is dishwasher-safe. Small accessory, big difference in everyday use.
4. Varoma Accessories: Silicone Insert
The Varoma is the steam cooking heart of the TM7. Anyone who regularly prepares fish, vegetables, or dumplings in the Varoma knows the problem: delicate foods stick to the mesh rack.
A silicone insert for the Varoma solves this elegantly. The perforated mat made from food-grade silicone prevents sticking, is easy to clean, and gently protects delicate foods. The Mixcover Varoma silicone insert for TM7 is precisely sized to fit the Varoma dimensions.
5. Mixing Bowl Scraper and Silicone Spatula
The included spatula is practical, but not always sufficient. For creamy soups, thick dough, or sticky mixtures, an additional silicone spatula that reaches deep into the mixing bowl and truly gets everything out is worthwhile.
Look for food-grade silicone and heat resistance – both are standard with Mixcover products.
What You Can Skip (At Least for Now)
A good Thermomix TM7 starter kit doesn't mean buying everything available right away. Some products sound appealing but only make sense once you know how you'll use the TM7.
- Specialized attachments for individual recipes – only buy once you know you'll cook that dish regularly
- Duplicate Varoma sets – one well-equipped set is perfectly adequate to get started
- Decorative accessories – nice to have, but not essential for the first few weeks
Rather invest in a few high-quality pieces that you'll use daily than fill a drawer with single-use items.
Why Quality Matters with TM7 Accessories
The TM7 itself is a precision appliance built to last – the accessories should match that standard. Cheap plastic accessories can release harmful substances at high temperatures, often fit poorly, and break faster than expected.
Mixcover products are made from high-quality, food-grade silicone, BPA-free, and dishwasher-safe. They're designed and manufactured in Germany and constructed to last. That's not only good for your budget – it's also the more sustainable choice compared to cheap disposable accessories.
Over 1,000 five-star reviews show: once you've switched to quality accessories, you won't want to go back.