Easy To Make Cozy and Creamy Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

Nothing says cozy and creamy like a warm bowl of homemade butternut squash soup. This recipe is incredibly simple, packed with flavor, and perfect for chilly evenings. With just a few wholesome ingredients, you can create a velvety, slightly sweet, and savory soup that pairs beautifully with homemade bread.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 large butternut squash
• 1 onion (divided)
• 4 cloves garlic (divided)
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 3-4 cups chicken broth (adjust for desired thickness)
• 1-2 Tbsp butter
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp beer can chicken seasoning
• Pepper to taste
• 1 Tbsp real maple syrup
• 1/4 cup cream (optional)

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Step 1: Roast the Butternut Squash

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
3. Rub olive oil all over the cut side of the squash. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a little beer can chicken seasoning for extra depth of flavor.
4. Roughly chop half the onion and smash 2 cloves of garlic.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the squash cut-side down over the onion and garlic.
6. Roast for about 40 minutes, or until the squash is fork-tender.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Dice the remaining half onion and smash the last 2 cloves of garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

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Step 3: Blend to Perfection

1. Scoop out the roasted squash flesh and add it to the pot along with the roasted onion and garlic.
2. Pour in chicken broth, just enough to reach your desired soup consistency. Let it heat until it starts to bubble gently.
3. Using an immersion blender, blend everything until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, work in batches and be careful with the heat!

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Step 4: Season & Serve

1. Stir in butter, maple syrup, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.You can add in the cream at this point but it is optional. Adjust seasonings as needed.
2. Let everything meld together for a couple of minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Serve warm with a slice of homemade bread for the ultimate comfort meal.

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Why You’ll Love This Butternut Squash Soup

✔️ Super easy to make – just roast, blend, and enjoy!
✔️ Rich and velvety texture with the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
✔️ Naturally gluten-free & can be made vegetarian by swapping chicken broth for vegetable broth.
✔️ Perfect for meal prep – it tastes even better the next day!

Enjoy this delicious, soul-warming soup and let me know how you liked it!