Creamy Apple and Cheddar Soup: Fall's Cozy Flavor Hug

This Apple and Cheddar Soup combines tart apples and sharp cheddar for a warm, comforting dish perfect for chilly days.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

3 cups diced tart apples Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor.
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Add more for a thicker soup.
4 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.
1 large onion Diced.
2 cloves garlic Minced.
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For Creaminess

1 cup milk or cream Use whole milk or heavy cream.
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter For sautéing.

Equipment

large pot
Blender

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional minute.
Stir in diced tart apples and cook for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Gradually stir in shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted.
Pour in milk or cream and season with salt and pepper. Heat through before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a variation, try using gouda or smoked cheddar cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.

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