Keto Cheeseburger Soup Heaven
This Keto Cheeseburger Soup recipe delivers all the satisfying flavors of a classic cheeseburger without the carbs. It's a creamy, cheesy, and meaty masterpiece that's perfect for a chilly evening or meal prepping.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Paper towels
- Bowls for serving
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced pickles
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, green onions, avocado, sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Crumble once cooled. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pot.
- Add the ground beef to the pot and cook over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the diced onion to the pot with the ground beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the softened cream cheese until it's completely melted and the soup is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the heavy cream to make the soup even richer and creamier.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until it's melted and the soup is perfectly cheesy.
- Stir in the diced pickles for that classic cheeseburger tang.
- Stir in about half of the crumbled bacon, reserving the rest for topping.
- Simmer the soup for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle into bowls and top with the remaining crumbled bacon, chopped tomatoes, green onions, avocado, or any other of your favorite cheeseburger toppings.
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality cheddar cheese and don't skip the bacon grease when browning the ground beef. Ensure the cream cheese is softened before adding it to the soup to prevent lumps. Avoid boiling the soup after adding the dairy to prevent separation. Customize your toppings to create your perfect cheeseburger soup. This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months.