Slow-Cooker Maple Butternut Squash Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Slow-Cooker Maple Butternut Squash Soup
460 min.
8
195kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this delightful Slow-Cooker Maple Butternut Squash Soup! Perfect for chilly evenings, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only comforting but also incredibly easy to prepare. With the rich flavors of roasted butternut squash, sweet apples, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each spoonful is a taste of autumn bliss.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the inviting aroma of this soup wafting through your house, thanks to the magic of your slow cooker. The combination of creamy half-and-half and real maple syrup adds a luscious texture and a touch of sweetness that perfectly balances the savory elements. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your cravings for something hearty and delicious.

This recipe serves eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Whether you enjoy it as a starter, a snack, or a cozy main dish, this soup is sure to impress. Top each bowl with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh chives for an extra burst of flavor and a beautiful presentation. Dive into this nourishing bowl of goodness and let the flavors transport you to a cozy fall day!

Ingredients

  • large apples peeled chopped
  • lb butternut squash cubed peeled seeded
  • 32 oz chicken broth (4 cups)
  • tablespoons chives fresh chopped
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 cup half and half 
  • 0.5 cup maple syrup 
  • large onion cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup yogurt plain sour

Equipment

  • blender
  • measuring cup
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix squash, apple, onion, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  2. Pour broth over vegetable mixture.
  3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours (or on High heat setting 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours).
  4. Pour about 3 cups of the soup mixture into blender. Cover; blend until smooth.
  5. Pour into 8-cup measuring cup or heat-proof pitcher. Blend remaining soup mixture in 2 more batches; pour into measuring cup.
  6. Pour pureed soup back into slow cooker. Stir in half-and-half and syrup.
  7. If needed, increase heat setting to High; cover and cook about 15 minutes longer or unto hot. Top each serving with yogurt; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories195kcal
Protein7.68%
Fat12.95%
Carbs79.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.31
Glycemic Load
6.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.216956590829%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.44mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.36mg
Epigallocatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
2.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.99mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:195.08kcal
9.75%
Fat:3.02g
4.64%
Saturated Fat:1.65g
10.29%
Carbohydrates:41.58g
13.86%
Net Carbohydrates:37g
13.46%
Sugar:21.73g
24.15%
Cholesterol:10.55mg
3.52%
Sodium:595.56mg
25.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.02g
8.04%
Vitamin A:18208.99IU
364.18%
Manganese:0.95mg
47.4%
Vitamin C:39.09mg
47.38%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.4%
Potassium:781.38mg
22.33%
Fiber:4.58g
18.3%
Magnesium:71.48mg
17.87%
Vitamin E:2.61mg
17.39%
Calcium:161.73mg
16.17%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.63%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.52%
Folate:53.29µg
13.32%
Vitamin B3:2.4mg
11.98%
Phosphorus:106.27mg
10.63%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.67%
Copper:0.16mg
8.08%
Iron:1.42mg
7.92%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.83%
Vitamin K:4.53µg
4.31%
Selenium:2.41µg
3.44%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.27%