Is a Second Thermomix® TM7 Mixing Bowl Worth It? 7 Practical Reasons

Is a second Thermomix® TM7 mixing bowl worth it? Discover 7 practical benefits for gluten-free cooking, meal prep, grinding and easier cleanup.

Is a Second Thermomix® TM7 Mixing Bowl Worth It? 7 Practical Reasons

If you already own a Thermomix® TM7, you might be wondering whether a second mixing bowl is really necessary. And if you're considering buying your first Thermomix, is an extra bowl something worth looking for in a promotion?

After more than ten years of cooking with Thermomix, I've learned that sometimes the biggest time-saver isn't another cooking function. It's being able to move straight to your next recipe without stopping to wash and dry everything.

A second mixing bowl isn't essential for everyone. But depending on how you cook, it can make everyday meals, baking, meal preparation, and entertaining considerably easier.

Here are seven practical reasons why.

1. Keep One Bowl Completely Dry for Grinding

 Have you ever tried grinding sugar into powdered sugar or milling wheat after preparing something wet in your Thermomix?

The mixing bowl needs to be clean and completely dry. Even a little remaining moisture can cause flour or powdered sugar to clump.

With a second bowl, you can keep one ready for dry ingredients while using the other for soups, sauces and everyday cooking.

This is particularly convenient if you regularly grind your own grains, make powdered sugar or prepare homemade spice blends.

2. Make Gluten-Free Cooking More Convenient

If someone in your household follows a gluten-free diet, you already know how important it is to keep ingredients and preparation equipment separate.

A dedicated second mixing bowl can make this easier, especially when preparing gluten-free flour, bread dough or baked goods.

However, a separate bowl alone doesn't guarantee gluten-free preparation. Shared utensils, countertops and other Thermomix accessories can still introduce gluten. For someone with celiac disease, appropriate cleaning and cross-contact precautions remain essential.

For households that regularly prepare both gluten-containing and gluten-free foods, having separate equipment can simplify the routine.

3. Switch Between Recipes Without Washing the Bowl

Imagine making homemade pizza. You prepare the dough in your Thermomix. Next, you want to make your tomato sauce. With one bowl, you first have to empty it, remove the remaining dough, wash the bowl and get everything ready again.

With two bowls, you can remove the first one and start preparing your sauce in the second. The same applies to making bread and soup, preparing a main course and dessert, or switching between savory and sweet recipes.

You still have only one Thermomix device, so you cannot cook with both bowls simultaneously. But you can avoid some of the interruptions between recipes.

4. Make Weekly Meal Preparation Easier

This is one of my favorite reasons.

I love preparing homemade plant-based meals, including hummus, lentil dishes, soups, sauces and fresh bread.

When I'm preparing several recipes in one session, repeatedly washing the same mixing bowl can interrupt my workflow.

With a second bowl, I can prepare hummus, set it aside and immediately move on to a soup or another recipe.

It makes preparing several homemade dishes feel much more manageable, especially during busy weeks.

5. Spend Less Time Waiting for Cleanup

Sometimes the biggest obstacle to cooking isn't the recipe itself. It's everything that needs to be cleaned between recipes.

A second mixing bowl allows you to set the used bowl aside and continue preparing your next dish.

You can wash both bowls together afterward or clean the first while the second is in use.

The TM7 also has a Pre-Clean mode, which can help loosen food residue before washing.

Having two bowls doesn't necessarily mean fewer dishes, but it can mean fewer interruptions.

6. Make Homemade Baking More Convenient

If you enjoy baking, you probably know how quickly one recipe turns into several.

You might prepare bread dough, grind sugar for a dessert and then mix cake batter.

A second bowl makes switching between these tasks easier, particularly when one recipe requires a completely dry bowl.

It's also useful when preparing several dishes for a holiday meal, church gathering or family celebration.

Instead of repeatedly stopping to clean your equipment, you can keep moving through your recipes.

7. Make Entertaining and Holiday Cooking Less Stressful

Thanksgiving, Christmas, family dinners and church gatherings often involve preparing several dishes within a relatively short time.

That's when having a second bowl can become particularly convenient.

You can prepare a dip, switch to a soup, make bread dough or start preparing dessert without washing the same bowl between every step.

For me, the real benefit is having more flexibility in the kitchen and more time to spend with the people I'm cooking for.

Do You Actually Need a Second Thermomix® Mixing Bowl?
Not everyone does.

If you generally prepare one recipe at a time and don't mind washing the bowl between dishes, your original mixing bowl may be all you need.

But if you regularly prepare multiple recipes, bake from scratch, grind dry ingredients or accommodate different dietary needs, a second bowl could make a noticeable difference.

It's especially useful for people who enjoy batch cooking or preparing several homemade dishes for family and friends.

Can You Use a TM6 Mixing Bowl With the TM7?

No. The TM6 mixing bowl is not compatible with the TM7.

If you're purchasing an additional mixing bowl for your TM7, make sure you're getting the correct model.

Where Can You Buy a Second Thermomix® TM7 Mixing Bowl in the USA?

If you're looking for a second TM7 mixing bowl, it's worth checking current U.S. availability and promotions before purchasing.

Thermomix offers and accessory bundles can change throughout the year. Sometimes an accessory may be included in a promotion, making it worth comparing your options before ordering.

I maintain a regularly updated page with the latest U.S. Thermomix promotions, including available purchase offers and Earning Program opportunities.

See Current Thermomix® USA Offers & Promotions

You can also browse the official Thermomix USA shop for available accessories.

Is a Second Mixing Bowl Worth the Money?

The answer depends on how you use your Thermomix. If you cook several times a day, regularly prepare meals from scratch or enjoy baking, the convenience of having another bowl ready may be worth the investment.

If you use your Thermomix occasionally, you may be perfectly happy with one. Before buying, consider how often you find yourself stopping to wash or dry the mixing bowl between recipes. That will probably tell you more than any accessory description.

And if you're purchasing your first Thermomix, check whether any current promotions include an additional bowl or other useful accessories.

Discover What Thermomix Can Do in Your Kitchen

I've used Thermomix for more than ten years, and I love helping people discover how it can make homemade cooking easier. Whether you're interested in preparing healthier meals, experimenting with plant-based recipes, baking fresh bread or spending less time in the kitchen, I'd love to show you how it works.

I offer personalized Thermomix® Cooking Experiences in Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin, as well as online across the USA.

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Good homemade food. More time for what matters.

Rebecca McCaigue

The Wow Bowl | Independent Consultant for Thermomix® USA