Description
This comforting copycat Panera broccoli cheddar soup is rich, creamy, and cheesy with fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar in every spoonful. A quick homemade one-pot soup recipe perfect for cozy nights, meal prep, or lunch in a bread bowl. Ideal for soup lovers craving Panera at home.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
1 cup carrots, shredded
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
2. Sprinkle in the flour, stirring constantly for 1–2 minutes to create a roux.
3. Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth until smooth.
4. Add broccoli and carrots. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Lower heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Optional: Blend half the soup for a smoother texture, then combine and serve warm.
Notes
This soup can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Use fresh broccoli for better texture, but frozen works in a pinch.
For a thinner consistency, add extra broth when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 105mg