Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup

This Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup is a velvety blend of butternut squash, sweet potato, and spices. This soup is autumn in a bowl, giving you a symphony of flavors that will leave you completely satisfied.

 

 

I love soup any time of year. Soup is a magical dish that takes simple ingredients and transforms them into something absolutely delicious.

I have also found when I need to balance my grocery budget, making more soups helps stretch food farther. And a good bowl of delicious soup doesn’t skip on flavor!

This butternut sweet potato soup is my favorite soup recipe for fall. It gives you classic pumpkin soup flavor without the hardest part of cleaning and roasting a pumpkin. 

And the fun twist on this recipe is it uses apple cider.

Just a touch adds great flavor and seasonings and doesn’t sweeten it too much.

The first time you try it you will love what it does to the flavor of the butternut squash & sweet potato soup.

 

 

What Ingredients Are in Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup?

• Broth: the base flavors of the soup; chicken or vegetable stock both work great.
• Onion: Adds a savory depth to the soup, sautéed to perfection.
• Butter: Infuses richness and a hint of nuttiness during sautéing.
• Butternut Squash: Brings a sweet and creamy texture to the soup.
• Sweet Potato: Offers a natural sweetness and robust consistency.
• Apple Cider: Elevates the flavor profile with a touch of fruity sweetness.
• Salt and Black Pepper: Simple yet crucial seasonings to balance the taste.

Pro Tip: Use homemade vegetable broth for an extra layer of flavor in this butternut squash soup with apple and sweet potato, and don’t rush the sautéing process—it builds up the savory flavors foundation.

 

 

How to Make Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup?

1. Melt butter in a large pot or dutch oven, and sauté onion until soft over medium heat.
2. Add broth, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and apple cider; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
4. Puree the mixture with a stick blender until smooth.
5. Season butternut squash and sweet potato soup with salt and pepper.

Pro Tips: 

• Whether you use a handheld immersion blender, a food processor, or a regular blender, you want to allow the butternut sweet potato soup to cool slightly before blending to avoid splatters and give a smoother texture.
• Experiment with toppings like roasted pumpkin seeds for crunch, red pepper flakes to make it spicy, or a drizzle of coconut milk or olive oil for a fun flavor garnish.

 

 

How to Store Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup?

Store butternut soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Leftover soup will stay fresh there for about a week.

Pro Tip: Reheat butternut squash potato soup gently on the stove to keep the creamy soup’s consistency.

Can You Make Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup Ahead of Time?

Yes, you can make butternut squash soup ahead of time!

Just prepare the soup in advance and refrigerate until the next day.

Pro Tip: Sweet potato and butternut squash soup is a great dish to make ahead of time because the flavors deepen as it sits and is reheated, making it even more delicious.

 

 

Can you make Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup with curry?

Yes you can make easy butternut soup with curry!

If you love curry flavor, sprinkle the curry powder over the onions at the end of the sauté time before you add the broth.

Then when you add the broth and vegetables, you will have a curry flavor of this soup that blends perfectly with the other healthy vegetables.

Pro Tip: If you are making curried butternut squash, try using coconut oil instead of butter to sauté the onions. Coconut is a great pairing with curry.

 

 

Can You Freeze Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup?

Yes you can freeze sweet potato and butternut squash soup!

Freeze in labeled containers for up to 3 months.

Pro Tip: Leave some space in the container to leave room for the sweet potato butternut squash soup to expand during freezing.

What to Serve With Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup:

I like to serve classic soup sides with butternut squash and sweet potato soup.

Some of our favorite side dishes are:

• Blueberry Salad Recipe
• Quinoa White Bean Salad
• Mustard Chicken Recipe
• Lemon Herb Chicken and Potatoes
• Cuban Sandwich Recipe
• Turkey Havarti Sandwich
• Creamy Red Enchiladas
• Spicy Turkey Burger Recipe
• Slow Cooked Brisket in the Oven
• Sticky Honey Mustard Chicken
• Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce
• Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad
• Ham and Brie Panini
• Fancy Nancy Chicken Salad Chick
• Ginger Lime Chicken

 

 

Is Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup Healthy?

Yes this butternut squash soup recipe is healthy!

It is packed with nutrient-rich vegetables and homemade broth, which makes it a wholesome and nourishing choice.

Is Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup Gluten-Free?

Yes, butternut sweet potato soup is gluten-free! Everything in this recipe does not contain gluten.

Just be sure to check your broth labels for gluten.

Store-bought veggie and chicken broth are likely to have gluten unless specifically labeled, and that would not make your butternut squash sweet potato soup gluten free.

 

 

Is Butternut and Sweet Potato Soup Keto?

While this butternut and sweet potato soup is not strictly keto, this soup can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced low-carb lifestyle.

If you are careful with your carbs and portion sizes, this can fit in a daily keto plan.

Whether you need a new soup for your lunch plan this week or are looking for classic fall flavors at a weekend event, this butternut and sweet potato soup is a great choice; with its vibrant color and great flavor, it is a soup the whole family will love.

 

Originally Posted: November 30, 2014

Photos & Text Updated: November 12, 2025 

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