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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

A great thick and creamy soup-the apple cider ads an extra nice flavor to this. From Family Circle magazine.

3.0 · 1 reviewsRecipe card by MiddaybikerideEditorial by recipesvibrant · Updated October 18, 2026
Winter< 4 HoursEasy
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Total time

90 min

Servings

8

Calories

162.3

Category

Vegetable

Warm up your winter with this creamy roasted butternut squash soup, a comforting and easy-to-make dish that blends sweet apples and tangy apple cider with savory roasted squash. Ready in under 4 hours, this vegetable-packed soup is perfect for cozy dinners or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

Makes 8 servings

  • 1 olive oil
  • 3 onion
  • 1 garlic cloves
  • 4 apple
  • 1 chicken broth
  • 5 apple cider
  • 1 salt
  • 1 sour cream

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

  2. Peel and seed squash and cut into 8 wedges. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and roast in the oven for one hour.

  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in large pot,and the chopped onion and sauté 5 minutes.

  4. Add the roasted squash, 4 cloves of crushed garlic, the apple, the 5 cups chicken broth, the 1 cup of cider, and the 1 teaspoon of salt.

  5. Simmer 30 minutes, until apple is very soft.

  6. Puree in food processor.

  7. Garnish with sour cream if desired.

Cook's notes

  • For a deeper flavor, roast the squash until golden brown before adding to the pot.
  • Use a high-quality chicken broth to enhance the savory notes of the soup.
  • If you prefer a vegan version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and skip the sour cream garnish.

Frequently asked

Can I use butternut squash pre-cut from the store?

Yes, pre-cut squash works well and saves time. Just adjust roasting time as needed.

What can I substitute for apple cider?

You can use apple juice or a mix of apple juice and a splash of white vinegar for tang.

Is this soup gluten-free?

Yes, as long as the chicken broth is gluten-free, this soup is naturally gluten-free.

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