Whip up a cozy bowl of homemade Broccoli Cheddar Soup with ease! Follow our simple list to create a creamy, cheesy, and hearty delight that'll warm hearts and bellies.
Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipes
Make a bowl of warm, creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup, just like the one you enjoy at your favorite restaurant but made by you, right at home! With our easy-to-follow list, you can whip up this comforting, cheesy delight anytime. It's perfect for those chilly days or when you just want something scrumptious and filling. So grab your spoon, and get ready to make some seriously tasty soup that'll have everyone asking for seconds—and maybe even thirds!
Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
- 4 strips bacon
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 4 cups chicken stock, divided
- 6 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
Chunky Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- ½ Onion Diced
- 1½ Pounds Broccoli About 4 Individual Heads, Florets Removed (About 6 Cups) And Stems Peeled And Diced (About 1 ½ Cups)
- ½ Teaspoon Ground Mustard
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 4 Tablespoons Flour
- 2 Cups Vegetable Or Chicken Stock
- 3 Cups Half And Half
- Pinch Of Nutmeg
- 8 Ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
- 2 heads broccoli Florets Cut Into Small Pieces
- 1 small onion diced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 6 oz white cheddar cheese shredded
Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, divided
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups water
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chicken stock base, such as Better than Bouillon
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets (from 1 small crown broccoli)
- ½ cup carrot matchsticks (from 1 small carrot or pre-cut)
- 6 ounces pre-shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 ½ cups)
- 2 ounces processed cheese, cubed, such as Velveeta
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce, such as Tabasco
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (1 heaping cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded carrots (optional)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ lb broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces (about 4 cups)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups (8 oz) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for serving if desired
Broccoli-Cheddar Soup
You Will Need
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 medium garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
- 2 pounds broccoli with stalks
- ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, omit if sensitive to spice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 medium-to-large potato, peeled and chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups water or broth
- ½ cup half and half, optional
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated, about 2 cups
- Thinly sliced chives, for serving, optional
- Fish sauce, optional
Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- ½ cup chopped carrots (optional)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese (sharp, mild, or a combination)
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard (optional, for a tangy kick)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
- Crusty bread for serving
