Description
Creamy Sweet Potato Soup is a velvety, nourishing dish made with roasted sweet potatoes, aromatic vegetables, and warm spices, blended into a smooth and comforting soup. It’s naturally sweet, savory, and perfect for cozy dinners or holiday starters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup coconut milk (or heavy cream)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnishes: pumpkin seeds, sour cream or yogurt swirl, fresh herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a large pot, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and carrots; sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add roasted sweet potatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, cinnamon, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender (or transfer to a blender in batches) to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in coconut milk (or heavy cream) and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds, a swirl of cream, or fresh herbs.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- Use coconut milk for a dairy-free, vegan version or heavy cream for extra richness.
- Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Pairs well with crusty bread or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: creamy sweet potato soup, roasted sweet potato soup, vegan sweet potato soup, fall soup recipe, cozy soup