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Sweet Potato Soup

By NapTime Village

This creamy sweet potato soup is silky, cozy, and easy to make with onion, garlic, broth, and a touch of coconut milk.

Bowl of creamy sweet potato soup with a swirl on top.

Prep

12 mins

Cook

28 mins

Total

40 mins

Calories

220 kcal

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Serves

6 bowls

Fat

8 g

Longevity

71/100

If you want creamy sweet potato soup, you likely want comfort without complicated steps. This version builds flavor with onion and garlic, then simmers sweet potatoes in broth until soft and blendable. A small amount of coconut milk adds creaminess without making the soup heavy. The common problem is bland soup, so this recipe seasons in layers and finishes with acid if needed. It is ideal for cool-weather dinners, meal prep lunches, and easy freezer meals. Serve it smooth or leave a little texture based on preference. It is cozy, practical, and weeknight friendly.

Quick Answer

  • Prep: 12 mins
  • Cook: 28 mins
  • Total: 40 mins
  • Key method: Aromatics, broth simmering, and blended texture create a creamy soup without heavy cream.

Cooking Tips

Blend carefully in batches if using a countertop blender with hot liquid. Season at the end with a splash of lemon if flavor feels flat. For thicker soup, simmer a few extra minutes after blending.

Variations

Spiced version: Add curry powder and ginger for a warmer profile. Protein boost: Top with Greek yogurt or white beans.

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Ingredients

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Ingredient notes

  • Light coconut milk gives creamy texture without overpowering sweetness.

Step-by-step

6 bowls
  1. 1

    Step 1

    Saute aromatics

    • Ingredients:
      • 1 tablespoon olive oil
      • 1 medium onion, diced
      • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • Action: Warm oil over medium heat and cook onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  2. 2

    Step 2

    Simmer

    • Ingredients:
      • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
      • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
      • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
      • 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
    • Action: Add sweet potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce, and simmer 18 to 20 minutes until very tender.
  3. 3

    Step 3

    Blend

    • Ingredients:
      • Cooked soup base
    • Action: Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender.
  4. 4

    Step 4

    Finish

    • Ingredients:
      • 1/2 cups light coconut milk
    • Action: Stir in coconut milk and warm for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. 5

    Step 5

    Serve

    • Ingredients:
      • Finished soup
    • Action: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm with optional toppings.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or soup pot

  • Immersion blender

  • Ladle

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