Easy Delicious Broccoli Cheese Soup

Warm up with a bowl of comforting Easy Delicious Broccoli Cheese Soup, a quick and creamy favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Made with tender broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, and a luscious blend of whole milk and heavy cream, this soup delivers a rich and velvety texture in just 40 minutes. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while a hint of paprika offers a pop of color for garnish. Featuring a seamless stovetop preparation, including an optional immersion blend for your preferred consistency, this recipe is both beginner-friendly and irresistibly satisfying. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh side salad for an inviting meal the whole family will love. Perfect for broccoli soup lovers, this dish combines classic flavors with effortless preparation for a go-to recipe you’ll crave again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 4 cups Broccoli florets, chopped into small pieces
• 3 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Then add the milk and heavy cream, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the chopped broccoli florets. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup to your desired consistency. For a creamy texture with some chunks of broccoli, pulse the blender a few times. Alternatively, transfer half of the soup to a countertop blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese one handful at a time, allowing each addition to melt completely before adding the next. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle paprika on top as a garnish before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the broccoli cheese soup into bowls and serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2597.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3176.2

Total Fat 255.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 782.6mg	0%
Sodium 8359.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 121.2g	0%

Vitamin D 286.7IU	0%
Calcium 3270.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2660.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.3%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 12.5%