Description

This Creamy Butternut Squash Soup is the perfect winter comfort food, blending roasted butternut squash, apples, and aromatic herbs into a velvety, flavorful dish. Naturally creamy with coconut milk and optionally spiced with scotch bonnet pepper, this nourishing soup is both delicious and satisfying.

Ingredients

1 kilogram (2.2 lbs) butternut squash
1 tablespoon coconut oil (or neutral oil)
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups vegetable stock
1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
10 sprigs fresh thyme (tied together)
2 apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup coconut milk (or preferred milk)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Roast the Butternut Squash

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Place cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 50 minutes, or until tender.

2. Prepare the Soup Base

While the squash is roasting, heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.

3. Add Broth & Flavorings

Pour in vegetable stock, then add the thyme bundle, chopped apples, and optional scotch bonnet pepper.
Simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4. Combine Squash & Blend

Once the squash has cooled, scoop out the flesh and add it to the pot along with coconut milk.
Remove the thyme bundle and scotch bonnet pepper, then blend the soup using an immersion blender or countertop blender until smooth.

5. Adjust Seasoning & Serve

Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper as needed.
Reheat gently if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with plant-based cream, fresh herbs, or black sesame seeds.
Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Notes

For a milder soup, omit the scotch bonnet pepper.
For extra creaminess, add soaked cashews before blending.
Substitute herbs with rosemary or sage for a different flavor profile.
For a thicker soup, reduce vegetable stock or add a diced potato before blending.