Apple Squash Soup Recipe

Warm up your autumn with this creamy and comforting Apple Squash Soup! Perfect for Thanksgiving or any chilly evening, this recipe boasts sweet apples, savory squash, and warming spices. Easy to make in under an hour, it's the perfect side dish or light meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 130.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Apple Squash Soup

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Squash Soup

  • Canola Oil
  • Onion
  • Garlic Clove
  • Butternut Squash
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • Chicken
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Fresh Rosemary
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Carnation Evaporated Milk

How to Make Apple Squash Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large stockpot or Dutch oven.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook gently for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add 1.5 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed; 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed; and 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped.
  4. Stir to combine.
  5. Add 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
  6. Bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the squash and sweet potato are very tender.
  8. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and puree until smooth.
  9. Return the soup to the pot and heat over low heat for 5 minutes.
  10. Stir in 1/2 cup evaporated milk (or heavy cream for a richer soup).
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chopped pecans before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

5g

Carbs

8g

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