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    Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

    Published: January 5, 2020 By Urban Foodie Kitchen Last Updated: July 3, 2021 20 Comments

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    This easy butternut squash soup is a great addition to a cold winter evening!  Add a nice piece of warm, crusty bread and a salad for the perfect winter meal.

    Overhead shot of two white bowls filled with butternut squash soup


    Mmmmm.....soup!  In the winter, a nice warm bowl of soup is always a welcome addition to a cold evening.  For lunch or dinner a bowl of soup, combined with a nice warm piece of bread and something green create a quick and easy meal.  Butternut squash is a really great ingredient for fall and winter dishes.   I've been experimenting with it more often, and have come up with a couple of recipes that I'm really excited about including this Sheet Pan Chicken & Butternut Squash dinner and this Butternut Squash Tart.

    This is a fairly traditional butternut squash soup and I'm keeping the ingredients relatively simple so you get a nice, rich squash flavor.  Personally, I prefer butternut squash soup to be a little thicker, so I added some milk to give this version a nice creamy texture.  You can always leave that out if you prefer a thinner soup or need to avoid dairy.

    For the most part, I like my soups to be more pureed, so you'll notice that I often use a blender or immersion blender to get a smooth texture.  If you like your soup a bit more chunky, you can always blend a little less!  One super important kitchen tip, if you are using a regular blender to puree soup (or anything that's hot) be sure to take the centerpiece out of the top before you puree the soup.  This lets the steam vent while you are pureeing.  Just be safe, cover the opening with a paper towel to keep the soup from splattering and making a huge mess in your kitchen!  Yes, I have had this happen to me before - not fun!

    Roasted butternut squash haves on a baking sheet

    Can I make this soup ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make it a day or two before and reheat it in a pot on the stove.  If you are planning to make this ahead of time I recommend stopping after you puree the entire batch.  Store the soup in the refrigerator for a day or two and then you can pick up at step #5 by adding the milk and remaining ingredients while you are reheating it.

    What's the best way to toast nuts?

    Toasted nuts are one of my favorite toppings for soups and salads.  Nuts are really easy to toast. No need to turn on the oven, just heat a small, preferably non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Once the pan is hot, throw in a handful or two of nuts. I typically do at least two handfuls, as I find toasted nuts to be a little addictive!  Shake the pan occasionally to ensure the nuts get evenly toasted.

    This vegetarian soup is an easy version of a classic winter soup.  If you are looking for more soup ideas check out this Tuscan White Bean Soup and this Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup. Enjoy!!


    things you may want for this recipe

    Good Blender –  While a Vitamix is certainly a good choice they are also pretty pricey so if you are not juicing or making smoothies every day something like this Cuisinart blender is a great choice for most home cooks.  It gets the job done and will last for a long time.  I had my last one for over 10 years!

    Overhead shot of two white bowls filled with butternut squash soup

    Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

    Author: Kathryn | Urban Foodie Kitchen
    This creamy butternut squash soup is the perfect warm-up on a cold winter day!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr 5 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
    Course Chilis + Soups
    Cuisine Continental
    Servings 5 cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 butternut squash, approximately 3.25 pounds
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 2 cups vegetable broth, you can sub chicken broth if you don't need your soup to be vegetarian
    • ½ cup 2-percent milk
    • salt & pepper to taste
    • ⅓ cup roasted pumpkin seeds
    • ⅓ cup creme frâiche

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Cut the top off of the squash and slice in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and pulp. Place skin side down on jelly roll pan.
    • Mix maple syrup and oil in a small bowl; brush squash with the mixture, pouring any extra into the center of the squash.  Sprinkle with pepper. Roast for 1 hour or until tender. Remove from oven and let cool for 15-20 minutes.
    • Scoop one squash half into a blender and add 1 cup of chicken broth, process until smooth. Pour into a large saucepan and repeat with other squash half and remaining chicken broth.
    • Stir in the milk and season with salt & pepper. Heat over medium-low until warm.
    • Spoon into bowls and top with 1 tablespoon creme frâiche and sprinkle with roasted pumpkin seeds.
    Keywords : butternut squash recipes, winter soup
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    Comments

    1. Lynn | The Road to Honey says

      December 11, 2015 at 6:46 am

      I couldn't agree with you more Kathryn. Nothing makes you feel more warm and cozy in the winter than a piping hot bowl of soup. And butternut squash soup is one of my favorites. It always adds such an elegant touch to any meal. Btw. . . I'm loving your addition of the maple syrup. I bet it adds another layer of complexity to an already delicious soup.

      Reply
      • FoodieGirlChicago says

        December 20, 2015 at 1:58 pm

        Thanks Lynn. I often like to add a little "twist" to traditional recipes!

        Reply
    2. Mark, CompassandFork says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:50 pm

      Butternut squash soup. Is there a more loved soup than this? Nice recipe and photos. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    3. Meghan | Fox and Briar says

      December 11, 2015 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      Yum, I love butternut squash soup! It is so perfect for a cold winter day. I love the addition of maple syrup and creme fraiche that you added here.

      Reply
    4. Revathi Palani says

      December 12, 2015 at 6:55 am

      Looks so warm and comforting. Love the color of it and the pic is beautiful.

      Reply
    5. Germaine says

      December 12, 2015 at 3:37 pm

      lovely, warming, pretty and creamy....what’s not to love?

      Reply
    6. Kim - Liv Life says

      December 14, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      Oh how I adore butternut soup!! Smooth and creamy... just perfection. We can't have dairy in our house, hence we sub coconut milk to a similar recipe. Thanks for the post... you have me inspired for dinner tonight!

      Reply
      • FoodieGirlChicago says

        December 20, 2015 at 1:54 pm

        Thanks Kim! I'd love to hear how it turns out with the coconut milk - I'm guessing that will make for a delicious dairy-free option!

        Reply
    7. Vicky @ Avocdo Pesto says

      December 17, 2015 at 11:54 am

      Soups in winter time are the BEST! And I also love to use my immersion blender to make them creamy! Love that your roasted the squash first.

      Reply
    8. Olivia @ Olivia's Cuisine says

      December 21, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Looks great!

      Reply
    9. Citra Kale @Citra's Home Diary says

      October 24, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      hmm.. nothing can comfort us in these chill days but creamy and yummy soup. your butternut squash soup looks scrumptious.

      Reply
    10. Elaine @ Dishes Delish says

      October 24, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      Mmmmm. I love butternut soup and this looks yummy!

      Reply
    11. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

      October 24, 2016 at 4:34 pm

      Love the simplicity of this soup. It almost looks too good to eat. 🙂

      Reply
    12. Veronika says

      October 28, 2016 at 11:40 am

      I love butternut squash soup! Tbh I actually prefer it over regular pumpkin soup.

      Reply
    13. Denise Wright says

      October 28, 2016 at 12:28 pm

      Your soup looks so smooth and creamy! I can't wait to try this.

      Reply
    14. Julie says

      October 28, 2016 at 8:08 pm

      Yum! This soup is everything I dream for on a cold winter night. I'll definitely make this soon! Thanks for this lovely soup recipe!

      Reply
      • FoodieGirlChicago says

        October 29, 2016 at 9:04 am

        Thanks Julie - I hope you enjoy it!!

        Reply
    15. Amanda says

      October 30, 2016 at 9:19 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! This looks amazing! I need to make this! Thanks for posting! I love a good butternut squash soup!

      Reply
    16. Cheryl@neuroticbaker says

      October 31, 2016 at 2:28 pm

      This is one of my favorite soups!

      Reply
    17. Jillian says

      November 01, 2016 at 3:31 pm

      5 stars
      This looks delicious, I can not wait to try it out! I am a Chicago girl myself! ; )

      Reply

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