Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup Ultimate
This Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a chilly evening. With savory ground beef, melted cheese, and comforting spices, it's an easy and delicious meal that the whole family will love. Just set it and forget it in your crockpot!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spoon
- Crock-Pot (slow cooker)
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Ladle
- Bowls
- Immersion blender (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 90/10 lean
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth low-sodium
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk or half-and-half
- Cooked bacon crumbles optional
- Shredded cheddar cheese optional
- Diced green onions optional
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt optional
- Pickles, diced optional
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Transfer the browned ground beef, onions, and garlic to your Crock-Pot.
- Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes (undrained), dried mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together well.
- Cover the Crock-Pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once the soup has cooked, stir in the softened cream cheese until it's completely melted and smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and milk or half-and-half. Stir until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy and smooth. For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender (optional).
- Taste the soup and add more salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings like bacon crumbles, shredded cheddar cheese, diced green onions, sour cream, and pickles.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground chuck. Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Colby Jack. To make the soup keto-friendly, omit the milk and use heavy cream. Add diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers for extra nutrients. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.