Creamy Roasted Apple Pumpkin Soup
A cozy and delicious soup combining the sweet notes of roasted apples with the earthy flavor of pumpkin, perfect for autumn days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 apples (peeled and diced)
- 1 can pumpkin puree
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or sage) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the apples by tossing them in a large bowl with olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Roast the apples on a baking sheet for about 20–25 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Sauté the onions in a large pot over medium heat with a splash of olive oil until translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine the roasted apples, pumpkin puree, spices, and vegetable broth in the pot; stir until combined.
- Simmer the mixture for about 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until creamy and smooth.
- Finish by stirring in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for about 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: soup, pumpkin, apple, autumn recipe, cozy, vegetarian, comfort food