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Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe

4.6 from 56 reviews

This Easy Pumpkin Soup is a comforting and creamy dish perfect for fall or any time you crave a warm, flavorful soup. Made with pumpkin purée, aromatic onions, and a blend of spices, this soup is simmered to perfection and then blended until smooth, creating a luscious texture that’s both satisfying and nourishing.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups pumpkin purée
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables
    Chop the onion finely to ensure it cooks evenly and releases its flavor fully into the soup.
  2. Sauté the onion
    In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  3. Add pumpkin and spices
    Stir in the pumpkin purée, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to combine and let the spices toast slightly to bring out their aroma.
  4. Simmer with broth
    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Blend the soup
    Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until creamy.
  6. Finish with cream and seasoning
    Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Warm the soup gently for another 2-3 minutes without boiling to avoid curdling the cream.
  7. Serve
    Ladle the hot soup into bowls and optionally garnish with a swirl of cream, pumpkin seeds, or fresh herbs for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or a plant-based alternative.
  • You can roast fresh pumpkin and purée it yourself for a richer flavor.
  • Adjust the thickness by adding more vegetable broth if you prefer a thinner soup.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop to prevent the cream from curdling.

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