Easy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
This Easy Pumpkin Soup is creamy, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes! Made with real pumpkin, warm spices, and a touch of cream, it’s the perfect cozy bowl for fall.
Ingredients
- Use these basic items for a rich and flavorful soup.
- Pumpkin fresh or canned puree
- Onion
- Garlic
- Olive oil or butter
- Vegetable or chicken broth
- Heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and pepper
- Ground nutmeg or cinnamon optional
Tips:
- Fresh pumpkin adds sweetness. Roast it first for deeper flavor.
- Coconut milk makes it dairy free without losing creaminess.
- A pinch of nutmeg gives it warmth.
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pumpkin
- If using fresh pumpkin, peel and cube it into small chunks.
- For canned pumpkin, just measure and set aside.
- Pro Tip: Roast fresh pumpkin in the oven at 400°F for 25 minutes before blending. It adds a caramelized flavor.
2. Cook the Base
- Heat olive oil or butter in a pot.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add pumpkin cubes (or puree) and stir.
3. Add Broth and Simmer
- Pour in vegetable or chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then lower to simmer.
- Cook for 20–25 minutes until pumpkin is soft.
4. Blend Until Smooth
- Use an immersion blender directly in the pot.
- Or transfer in batches to a blender.
- Blend until creamy with no chunks left.
5. Stir in Cream
- Add heavy cream or coconut milk.
- Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or spices.
- Simmer for 5 more minutes before serving.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Pumpkin Type: You can use canned pumpkin purée or homemade roasted pumpkin. Just make sure it’s 100% pure pumpkin (not pie filling).
- Texture Tip: For extra creaminess, blend the soup well and stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk at the end.
- Vegan Option: Swap heavy cream with coconut milk and use vegetable broth. It adds a lovely richness!
- Serving Ideas: Top with roasted pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of cream, or buttery croutons for a cozy fall finish.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stove.
- Flavor Boost: Add a pinch of cayenne or curry powder if you like a little heat.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 190 kcal |Carbohydrates: 18 g |
Fiber: 4 g |
Sugars: 7 g |
Protein: 4 g |
Fat: 11 g |
Saturated Fat: 5 g |
Cholesterol: 25 mg |
Sodium: 530 mg |
Potassium: 620 mg |
Calcium: 80 mg |
Iron: 1.2 mg