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    Home >> Soups

    Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

    Modified: Feb 21, 2022 · Published: Oct 29, 2017 by Analida · • Word count:560 words. • About 3 minutes to read this article. • This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Recently I surprised myself by eating something I never thought I would like: Squash soup. Yes, my dear friends I am/was somewhat of a squash hater. But, as a food blogger I need to give foods a second chance. I think this creamy butternut squash soup with apples made me rethink my anti-squash stance.

    a dutch oven and two bowls of squash soup with chives, spoons, and a bowl of sliced baguette
    Here's how this change of heart happened...

    A few weekends ago my husband came to me while I was working on editing some blog posts and said "Hey, mom stopped over with a GIANT pot of butternut squash and apple soup soup. Try it!" I looked at him in surprise. "Really? You know I don't like squash." I said. He insisted. Frankly I was getting slightly annoyed because after 30 years of marriage he should know better, but I finally caved just to humor him. I am glad I did; the soup was delicious. The sweetness of the apple came through, and the creamy texture was heavenly. My mother in law baked the squash before putting it in the soup, a process that brings out the sweetness.

    a bowl of squash soup with chives and spoons and baguette on the left

    That being said, she is letting me use her recipe for butternut squash soup, so today I get a break from creating, cooking, chopping, slicing, etc.

    And now for a history break: Butternut squash as we know it today is really a hybrid. It first made its debut in 1944. However similar types of squashes in the form of gourds have been found in the ancient Egyptian tombs.

    This time of year the farm stands near my house have tons of squash, as well as other wonderful Fall produce.

    bread dipping into a bowl of squash soup

    Enjoy this butternut squash and apple soup as a main course, because it is filling and so delicious. Make enough to take to the office the next day. It heats up very well, and you just might be the envy of the lunch room.

    I think I will go to the farm stand and get another butternut squash to make more soup. Maybe some extra apples for a Tarte Normande, too. I would also recommend having plenty of Moroccan Country Bread for dunking into your soup. 

    I think you will need to share this recipe with all your squash loving friends so they don't miss out.

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    I love fall flavors and a soup like this is so good! Creamy rich and oh so filling, you will love this squash soup with delicious fall flavors. This soup is sweet, savory and you can make a tasty meal with nice crusty bread. | ethnicspoon.com

    Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

    A hearty and delicious vegetarian soup that is filling and nutritious. Ground nutmeg and apple give a sweet and warm taste to this amazing soup.
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: fall soup recipe, sweet and savory, vegetable soup, vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 277kcal
    Author: Analida Braeger

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tbsp salted butter
    • 1 onion diced
    • ½ tsp nutmeg ground
    • 1 tsp Kosher salt
    • 4 lb butternut squash diced into 1" cubes,peeled, seeded,
    • 1 apple Gala, cored, chopped
    • 3 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 cup half and half

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350'F. Place squash chunks on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
    • In a Dutch oven melt butter. Add onions and cook until translucent. Sprinkle in nutmeg, and salt.
    • Add squash, vegetable broth, and apple pieces, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
    • Add milk, half and half, and cook for 30  minutes until the squash and apples are completely tender. 
    • Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
    • Garnish with chives and serve with crusty bread. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 938mg | Potassium: 1229mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 32740IU | Vitamin C: 66.6mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 2.2mg

     

     

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    Comments

    1. Karly

      October 30, 2017 at 3:08 pm

      Oh my goodness does this look amazing. LOVE a good butternut squash soup- and the addition of the apple is perfect!

      Reply
      • Analida

        October 30, 2017 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks Karly!
        I hope you get to try this soup.

        Reply
    2. Kate

      November 05, 2017 at 8:01 am

      This soup sounds delicious. I have always loved squash, I must confess! In fact, I just made a soup similar to this one a few weeks ago. I agree that the apples add such a perfect sweetness!

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 05, 2017 at 2:03 pm

        Hi Kate! So, you are a squash lover? 🙂 What did you put in your soup? Yes, the apples are perfect.

        Reply
    3. dixya @food, pleasure, and health

      November 09, 2017 at 10:47 am

      i make butternut squash often but never add apples. this is so fall friendly!

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 09, 2017 at 3:05 pm

        Thanks Dixya! Yes, it it Fall friendly.

        Reply
    4. Julia

      November 10, 2017 at 9:44 am

      5 stars
      Such a delicious looking soup and I love the blue pot!

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 10, 2017 at 2:09 pm

        Thanks so much Julia. The pot actually belongs to my mother in law.

        Reply
    5. Courtney

      October 23, 2018 at 1:35 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is so pretty, what a beautiful color!

      Reply
    6. Kim @ Three Olives Branch

      October 28, 2018 at 8:42 am

      This looks delicious! I love the idea of adding apple to it, yum!

      Reply
    7. Sues

      October 28, 2018 at 10:25 pm

      5 stars
      Haha that sounds like a conversation between me and my husband but the opposite (he THINKS he doesn't like squash, but I know that when done right, he does LOL). I love the squash and apple convo and the color of this soup!

      Reply
    8. Gloria

      January 01, 2019 at 4:35 pm

      5 stars
      Nothing beats homemade soup. You cannot get favours like this out of a can or carton. I would make a huge batch of this delicious soup and tuck some in the freezer for one of those days I don't have time to cook.

      Reply
    9. Veena Azmanov

      January 02, 2019 at 3:29 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, it's been years since I had a butternut squash soup with apples in it. My aunt used to make it. Love how fragrant it makes the soup. Can't wait to try this Analida.

      Reply
    10. Cassie

      January 02, 2019 at 3:57 pm

      This looks like the perfect winter warmer! I love the addition of apple to the traditional pumpkin soup - so interested to try

      Reply
    11. Jessica Robinson

      January 03, 2019 at 5:37 pm

      5 stars
      Loving the addition of apple to this delicious butternut squash soup! This creamy perfection sounds perfect for a cold winter's day!

      Reply
    12. Dana

      January 05, 2019 at 9:01 am

      5 stars
      I've never had this soup before but it looks so delicious! After reading over the ingredients and instructions it looks so easy, too!

      Reply
    13. Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli

      January 05, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      We always roast the squash before making soup. And we love squash soup! This looks so creamy delicious, and I'm sure the apple gives a lovely taste.

      Reply
    14. Amanda Mason

      January 05, 2019 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      This looks delish and I love your little history break section! I'm a history buff!! I can totally see myself taking this to the office and eating it for lunch! So making this!

      Reply
    15. Marisa Franca

      January 05, 2019 at 4:14 pm

      5 stars
      That looks so yummy and we DO like butternut squash. It's been a while since I've made it and yours *ahem* your MIL's recipe looks fantastic. That's a pretty good deal, you get a fantastic recipe, get to enjoy it, then just stage it and take photos. Then put it up on the blog!! Seriously, that recipe looks awesome. Will have to give it a try.

      Reply
    16. Anne Lawton

      January 05, 2019 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      That soup looks so velvety and sounds absolutely yummy! I'm not as crazy about butternut squash as some people are, but I'm thinking the apples really make this soup shine!

      Reply
    17. lauren

      January 05, 2019 at 8:42 pm

      So good! Love the hint of apple in this soup. Butternut is always my favorite for soups.

      Reply
    18. Mackenzie

      January 06, 2019 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this recipe uses milk and half and half instead of heavy cream. It doesn't drown out the apple and keeps it from being overly sweet. Yum!

      Reply
    19. Leslie Haasch

      January 06, 2019 at 9:12 pm

      Butternut squash is one of my all time favorite soups! I start eating it at Thanksgiving and don't stop until spring!

      Reply
    20. Lorie

      January 06, 2019 at 10:05 pm

      5 stars
      I loooooove adding Apple to cozy fall soups. Temps are dropping big time here this week so I need a good recipe like this!!

      Reply
    21. Krista Price

      January 06, 2019 at 11:16 pm

      5 stars
      Apple and buttenut squash are a match made in creamy, delicious soup heaven! Your mother in law nailed this one! I'm so glad you shared it!

      Reply
    22. Jyothi (Jo)

      January 07, 2019 at 7:23 am

      5 stars
      I made an instant pot version of butternut squash and apple soup, and boy o boy it has become of favorite soup. You cannot got wrong with butternut squash soup and your's looks absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    23. Shelley Chiasson

      October 11, 2024 at 12:00 pm

      I used to dislike squash as a child, but my taste buds have blossomed as I got older, and since trying this soup at an infection control seminar, I've been an addict!!! Now I've mastered it and tweak it every now n then, in my fav dish,

      I add some carrot/potato w/skins on, use an onion soup mix add coconut milk, unsweetened, if ya want thicker consistency, add a lil blend/cream, maybe the half n half, I've tried that, or just add more veg, usually what I do. I've nvr had a bad review...cheers y'all

      Reply
      • Analida

        October 12, 2024 at 8:20 am

        Thanks Shelley! I will try your variations next time I make this soup! Enjoy!

        Reply

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