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Sweet Potato Soup with Apples is a creamy, flavorful fall-inspired dish that's simple to make in one pot. Combining sweet potatoes, apples, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this soup is naturally sweet and savory with no cream required. Perfect for cozy evenings or holiday meals, it's a must-try seasonal favorite!
More Than Just Soup
I love how this soup captures all the cozy flavors of fall in one bowl. The combination of sweet potatoes and apples creates such a wonderful natural sweetness while warming spices make every spoonful feel like a hug. What really amazes me is how creamy it becomes without any heavy cream making it a lighter option that still feels completely indulgent.
What You'll Need
- Sweet Potatoes: Any variety, including yams or orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, for a naturally sweet and creamy base.
- Apples: Use lightly tart varieties like Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or McIntosh to balance the flavors.
- Butter: For sautéing vegetables and adding rich flavor. Use olive oil for a vegan option.
- Onions: Sweet or yellow onions provide a savory foundation.
- Vegetable Broth: Low-sodium broth gives you better control over seasoning.
- Cinnamon and Nutmeg: Warm spices that enhance the natural sweetness of the ingredients.
- Lemon Juice: Adds acidity to balance the flavors.
- Maple Syrup: Optional for adjusting sweetness, depending on the apples and sweet potatoes used.
Let's Make It Together
- Sauté the Aromatics
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add Sweet Potatoes and Apples
- Stir in sweet potatoes and apples. Cook for 3 minutes to release their flavors.
- Simmer the Soup
- Pour in broth, deglaze the pot if needed, and stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cover partially and simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Blend the Soup
- Turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Taste and adjust flavor with lemon juice, maple syrup, or additional seasoning.
- Serve
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of chili powder or cayenne, if desired.
Making It Perfect
Through many batches of this soup I've discovered some helpful tricks. Pick your sweet potatoes and apples based on how sweet you'd like your soup to be. Using low-sodium broth lets you control the seasoning perfectly. If you don't have an immersion blender just work in small batches with your regular blender being extra careful with the hot liquid. The final seasoning is key taste and adjust with maple syrup or lemon juice until it's just right.
Make It Your Own
Sometimes I'll switch things up by using butternut squash instead of sweet potatoes or add fresh ginger for an extra kick of warmth. A splash of coconut milk makes it extra creamy and for a fun twist try adding some sharp cheddar cheese at the end. The possibilities are endless and each variation brings its own special touch to the bowl.
From My Kitchen to Yours
Keep your leftover soup in an airtight container and it'll stay delicious in the fridge for three days. If you want to freeze it it'll keep well for up to three months. When you're ready to enjoy it again just warm it gently on the stove or in the microwave stirring occasionally to bring back that perfect consistency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → What type of apples work best?
- Use any apple except very tart Granny Smith. Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, Braeburn, McIntosh, Jonathan, Empire, and Cortland all work well. Sweetness can be adjusted with maple syrup if needed.
- → How do I use an immersion blender safely?
- Turn off heat before blending, immerse blender before turning on, and keep it moving while blending. Never hold steady in one place. Let soup cool first if you're concerned about hot splatters.
- → Can I make this vegan?
- Yes, simply substitute the butter with olive oil for a 100% vegan soup. All other ingredients are already plant-based.
- → How long do leftovers keep?
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat slowly, adding broth if needed.
- → Do I need to add maple syrup?
- The need for maple syrup depends on your sweet potatoes and apples. Taste after pureeing and add if needed. Brown sugar or honey can substitute for maple syrup.