Save Creamy, cheesy, and packed with classic baked potato flavors, this comforting soup is effortless to prepare and perfect for cozy family meals.
This soup has been a family favorite during chilly nights and always brings us together around the table.
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes: peeled and diced
- 1 small onion: diced
- 3 cloves garlic: minced
- 2 green onions: chopped (for garnish)
- 4 cups chicken broth: or vegetable broth for vegetarian
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese: softened
- 1 cup cooked bacon: crumbled omit or use vegetarian bacon for vegetarian option
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Add the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and dried thyme to the crockpot. Stir well to combine.
- Step 2:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 67 hours or HIGH for 34 hours, until the potatoes are forktender.
- Step 3:
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot, thickening the soup to your desired consistency.
- Step 4:
- Stir in the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sour cream, and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 5:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 6:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions. Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread.
Save This recipe always reminds me of cozy family dinners where everyone asks for seconds and the leftovers disappear quickly.
Required Tools
Slow cooker crockpot, knife and cutting board, potato masher or immersion blender, ladle, mixing spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheddar cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream) and Pork (bacon omit for vegetarian). Gluten-free as written but always check broth and dairy labels for gluten-containing additives.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 420 Calories, 24 g Total Fat, 36 g Carbohydrates, 15 g Protein
Save This loaded baked potato soup is a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Common Questions
- → Can I make this soup vegetarian?
Yes, by omitting bacon or substituting with vegetarian alternatives such as roasted corn or mushrooms, the dish remains flavorful and satisfying.
- → What thickens the soup to a creamy consistency?
The cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sour cream, and heavy cream blend smoothly, while partially mashed potatoes add natural thickness.
- → Is it gluten-free as prepared here?
When using gluten-free labeled broths and dairy products, this dish is suitable for a gluten-free diet.
- → How can leftovers be stored?
Refrigerate leftovers up to four days or freeze for up to two months; reheat gently and stir well before serving.
- → Can I substitute cauliflower for potatoes?
Yes, replacing half the potatoes with diced cauliflower creates a lighter dish while maintaining texture.