Description
Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup Recipe (Easy)– is a delicious blend of butternut squash, and pumpkin simmered in a savory broth with coconut cream and warm spices. A cozy roasted butternut squash soup for the fall season.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 medium (3-4 lb) butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes, or use 7-8 cups pre-cut butternut squash
- 2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup coconut milk or coconut cream (or heavy cream)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- A drizzle of coconut milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Add the butternut squash and chopped carrots to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and toss with one tablespoon of olive oil. Roast for about 25-30 minutes or until the squash and carrots are tender and easily pierced with a fork. Once the squash and carrots are roasted, allow them to cool slightly.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become soft and fragrant for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the roasted butternut squash and carrots, canned pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, apple cider, coconut milk or cream, honey, curry powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the pot. Stir everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Use a hand-held immersion or regular blender (in batches, if necessary) to puree the soup until it’s smooth and creamy. If you use a regular blender, allow the soup to cool slightly before blending and reheat it afterward. Be careful when dealing with the hot soup.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasonings as needed.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of coconut milk or cream and a sprinkle of roasted pumpkin seeds.
Enjoy your homemade copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup with a delightful twist!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Savory
- Method: American
- Cuisine: American