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Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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4.80 from 10 votes

Slow Cooker Cheddar Broccoli Soup

Our creamy Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup is brimming with fresh veggies and two cheeses. Veggies simmer in your crockpot with vegetable broth topped with cheddar and cream cheese making a tender mixture that you whirl up into a smooth puree. An easy broccoli and cheddar soup recipe that will quickly become a comfort food favorite.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli and cheddar soup, broccoli cheddar soup, cheddar broccoli soup
Servings: 6
Calories: 207kcal
Author: Gwynn Galvin

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. chopped broccoli florets and stems , about 6 cups
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese , grated, 3 cups
  • 2 ounces cream cheese , cut in small pieces

Instructions

  • Place chopped broccoli, vegetable broth, carrots, onion and garlic in slow cooker.
  • Top with cheddar cheese and cream cheese (do not stir in).
  • Cook on low 7-8 hours or on high 3-4 hours.
  • Using an immersion blender, puree soup until smooth.
  • Garnish with additional shredded cheddar cheese and blanched broccoli florettes, if desired.

Notes

Makes 6 cups.
Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
  • After slow cooking, stir in cooked rice
  • Make with chicken broth
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of heat

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 732mg | Potassium: 455mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 8260IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 1mg