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A warm mug of creamy sweet potato soup, garnished with spices, resting on a dark countertop.

Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

This cozy and velvety sweet potato soup blends sweet, savory, and gently spiced flavors into one comforting bowl. It’s nourishing, simple to make, and perfect for meal prep or chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Lunch, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Vegetarian
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp curry powder, plus more for serving
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegan)
  • 1.75 tsp salt
  • 1 tart apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled and chopped
  • 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • immersion blender or stand blender
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook for 10 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring frequently.
  2. Stir in curry powder and cook 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add carrots, sweet potatoes, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes or until vegetables are very tender.
  5. Stir in chopped apple and honey. Cook for a few minutes to soften the apple.
  6. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot until completely smooth. If using a stand blender, let the soup cool slightly and blend in batches, venting steam.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, or extra honey if needed.
  8. Ladle into bowls and serve warm. Garnish with a pinch of curry powder or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth and use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan version. Stir in a splash of coconut milk at the end for extra creaminess. Add cayenne or ginger if you like a kick.