From broccoli cheese to French onion, these cheese soups are perfect as easy dinners and comforting one-bowl meals.
22 Easy, Creamy Cheese Soups
Updated on May 28, 2025
1/22
Onion Cheese Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made a few adjustments to this savory soup recipe I came across in a community cookbook. It's rich, buttery and cheesy, plus it's so quick to prepare. —Janice Pogozelski, Cleveland, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 308 calories, 22g fat (15g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 540mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
2/22
Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This creamy, cheesy broccoli soup tastes just like the one served at Panera Bread! My family requests it all the time. You can even make your own homemade bread bowls with the recipe on my blog, Yammie's Noshery. —Rachel Preus, Marshall, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without bread bowl): 422 calories, 32g fat (19g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 904mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
3/22
French Onion Soup with Meatballs
Total Time
8 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I got the idea for how to make this soup after I went to a brewhouse restaurant that put ale in their gravy. I make this every time the weather starts to cool down in the fall—it's comfort food for the soul. —Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 403 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 1760mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
4/22
Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My 10-year-old son and I devised the recipe for this rich and comforting soup. Now it's a family favorite. —Terrie Sowders, Carthage, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 317 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 926mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
5/22
Macaroni and Cheese Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
20 servings (5 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I have worked in the food service industry for too many years to count and have made this one-of-a-kind soup at many different jobs. It's always been a big hit. —Emma Head, Sunrise Beach, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 261 calories, 17g fat (11g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 619mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
6/22
Priscilla’s Vegetable Chowder
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold fall or winter day. It makes a big batch perfect for serving a crowd. —Jenna Jackson, Salt Lake City, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 281 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
7/22
Potato Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll be surprised at the taste of this rich and cheesy easy potato soup. It really is the best potato soup recipe, ever. I came up with it after enjoying baked potato soup at one of our favorite restaurants. I added bacon, and we think that makes it even better. —Coleen Morrissey, Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 250 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 823mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
8/22
Three-Cheese French Onion Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This satisfying soup is fantastic any autumn or winter day. The blend of Swiss, Parmesan and mozzarella gives it a richness onion soup lovers will enjoy. —Gina Berry, Chanhassen, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 205 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 1120mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
9/22
Beer Cheese Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup was a hit with a group of German exchange teachers who visited our high school. When I don't use bread bowls, I usually serve it with soft pretzels or crusty bread. And it's also an even bigger treat with slices of cooked bratwurst or kielbasa stirred into it. —Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 450 calories, 36g fat (22g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 925mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
10/22
Cauliflower Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This cheesy recipe is way tastier than any other cauliflower soup I've tried! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. —Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 160 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
11/22
Cheesy Chili
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings (3 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
My six grandchildren enjoy feasting on big bowls of this zesty chili. It's so creamy and tasty, you can even serve it as a dip at parties. —Codie Ray, Tallulah, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 396 calories, 25g fat (15g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 1166mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
12/22
Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a wonderful addition to potlucks, and it comes together so easily! Cauliflower makes a nice, extra creamy backdrop for the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu you can eat with a spoon. —Heidi Der, Stow, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 481 calories, 32g fat (16g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 1254mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
13/22
Ham Chowder
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My five children all agree that this soothing recipe is wonderful. The soup is full of potatoes, carrots and ham. The best part is that I can get it on the table in only a half hour of hands-on time. —Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 404 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1081mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
14/22
Cream of Cauliflower Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This mildly cheesy cauliflower soup is a favorite of mine. I make it often in summer, although it's good any time. —Karen Brown, West Lafayette, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 186 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 792mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
15/22
Roasted Pepper Potato Soup
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I really enjoy potato soup, and this rich creamy version is different than most I've tried. I like its lemon and cilantro flavors, but you can adjust the ingredients to best suit your family's taste buds. --Hollie Powell of St. Louis, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 204 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 1154mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein.
16/22
Corn Chowder with Dumplings
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a spiced-up version of my favorite corn chowder. The first time I added dumplings, my husband declared them awesome! —Shannon Kohn, Simpsonville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 577 calories, 29g fat (16g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 1424mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 7g fiber), 14g protein.
17/22
Broccoli Beer Cheese Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Whether you include the beer or not, this soup tastes wonderful. I always make extra and pop individual servings into the freezer. —Lori Lee, Brooksville, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 316 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1068mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
18/22
Cheese Chicken Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (22/3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Kids won’t think twice about eating their vegetables after tasting this cheesy soup. —LaVonne Lundgren, Sioux City, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 429 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 1464mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein.
19/22
Beer Cheese Potato Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This satisfying potato soup has a velvety texture that's not too thick or too thin. The subtle flavors of beer and cheese balance each other nicely, creating a soup that's sure to warm you head to toe. —Patti Lavell, Islamorada, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 225 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 711mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
20/22
Golden Gouda Mushroom Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a fantastic first course for guests. Rich, creamy and cheesy, it will warm you from the inside out and stir your appetite for what’s to come. —Charlotte Rogers, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 412 calories, 33g fat (21g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 1082mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
21/22
Garlicky Cheddar Cheese Bisque
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with a cheddar cheese soup a while ago and decided to give it a boost with a variety of root vegetables. Crushed pita chips and fresh parsley make fun garnishes. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 320 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1307mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
22/22
Cheddar Cheese Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious soup recipe was shared by a friend and instantly became a hit with my husband. Its big cheese flavor blends wonderfully with the flavor of the vegetables. I first served this creamy soup as part of a holiday meal, but now we enjoy it throughout the year. —Dee Falk, Stromsburg, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 402 calories, 28g fat (19g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1088mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
Cheese Soup FAQ
What kind of soup can I make with cheese?
You can make all kinds of cheese soups, from chunky to smooth and vegetarian to meaty. Hard cheeses, like Parmesan, add a salty punch while keeping the broth light. For thick, creamy cheese soup recipes, opt for dense, melty cheeses like Monterey Jack, cheddar or cream cheese.
What is the best type of cheese for soup?
Cheddar, Gouda and Gruyere are some of the best melting cheeses, making them great types of cheese for soup because they melt smoothly and have unique flavors you can taste. Soft cheeses with bold flavor, like Brie, blue cheese or goat cheese, can be used in small amounts. To prevent curdling, always stir cheese in slowly off the heat after the soup has stopped boiling, and whenever possible, grate your own cheese since it will melt quicker and more easily.
What are the best comfort-food soups made with cheese?
The best comfort-food soups with cheese combine hearty ingredients like potatoes, pasta or meat with smooth, cheesy bases. Hearty cheese soups don’t need much else to make them a full meal, but you can always add a chunk of bread or an easy side for soup to round things out.
