Description
Indulge in the warmth of this creamy Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup, a delightful blend of sweet apples, rich cheddar cheese, and velvety sweet potatoes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or fall gatherings, this comforting soup is sure to please palates of all ages. The natural sweetness from the apples pairs beautifully with savory spices, creating a dish that’s not only satisfying but also versatile enough to accommodate vegan and gluten-free diets. Whip it up in under an hour for a truly delightful bowl of comfort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 Honeycrisp or Gala apples
- 1/2 red onion
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup organic heavy cream
- 1–2 cups mild cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon raw honey, organic
- 2–3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened at room temp.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube the sweet potatoes and slice the apples. Toss them on a baking sheet with olive oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped red onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the roasted sweet potatoes and apples to the pot along with vegetable stock. Bring to boil, then simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using a blender. Return to the pot and stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted.
- Season with remaining spices to taste and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Blending, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg