Description
This Easy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a cozy, creamy bowl of comfort loaded with ground beef, vegetables, cheddar cheese, and a rich broth. It captures all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with minimal prep and slow-cooker convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Dice onion, chop carrots and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In the crockpot, combine browned beef, vegetables, garlic, and beef broth. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in shredded cheddar and milk or cream. Mix until cheese is melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with optional toppings like extra cheese or croutons.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter option.
- Customize with additional veggies like corn, peas, or bell peppers.
- Add cream cheese during the last hour for extra richness.
- Freeze cooled soup in containers for up to 2 months.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
