Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

Cream of Cauliflower Soup

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 3m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 28m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (21 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

419
Calories
26g
Fat
32g
Carbohydrates
11g
Protein
8g
Fiber
0.7g
Sodium
Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

Recipe Description

Looking for a satisfying and delicious soup recipe that will warm you up on a cold winter day? This Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup recipe absolutely fills the bill! It is creamy, rich, hearty, and filling. Velvety smooth, this soup pairs classic winter flavors of nutty cauliflower and sweet chestnuts. Sub the heavy cream for milk or vegetable broth for a lighter version.

Sauté some onions, and then add in your cauliflower, milk, and veggie stock and let everything simmer until the cauli is nice and tender. Add the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Throw in the chestnuts and then use an immersion blender to purée the soup, or transfer to a food processor in batches and purée until it’s smooth, thick, and creamy. Then top with some shaved Parmesan (which you can leave out if you eat vegetarian or sub it for any vegetarian alternative) and garnish with freshly cracked black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve hot!

To make the Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook onions

    10 min
    Step 1 - Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

    In a large saucepan, heat ½ tablespoon olive oil and add 1 large finely chopped onion. Sauté over gentle heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until the onion softens.

  2. 2

    Add cauliflower, milk, and stock

    12 min
    Step 2 - Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

    Add the cauliflower, 250 milliliters milk, and 850 milliliters vegetable stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.

  3. 3

    Add heavy cream

    3 min
    Step 3 - Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

    Add 150 milliliters heavy cream, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Add chestnuts

    1 min
    Step 4 - Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

    Take off the heat and add in 200 grams roughly chopped chestnuts.

  5. 5

    Blend

    2 min
    Step 5 - Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

    Blend the soup with a hand blender or transfer it to a food processor in batches and purée until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Step 6 - Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup

    Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan, freshly cracked black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil!

This Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup is velvety, flavorful, delicious, and perfectly warming. Let us know if you give this recipe a try! Leave a comment below, and please don’t forget to snap a pic and tag it #cookmerecipes on Instagram!

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (21 reviews)
Sarah Johnson
March 10, 2025
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I made this soup last week when the weather turned cold. My kids loved the creamy texture and sweet chestnuts. Will definitely be a winter favorite in our home!

Xina Johnson
February 22, 2025
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Absolutely delicious soup!

Brianna Smith
January 21, 2025
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Yummy!

Heather Johnson
December 8, 2024
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Made this on a snowy day and my kids loved it. The flavors were so rich and the soup was really creamy. It's perfect for family dinners and so simple to make.

Lucie
September 22, 2024
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Delicieux

Leo
September 19, 2024
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Wow! This soup is so good, I could eat it every day!

Oscar Thompson
April 19, 2024
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Warm and wonderful!

Lila
January 30, 2024
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I tried this Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup last weekend when it was freezing outside. My kids loved how creamy it was, and I loved how simple it was to make. I added a little extra Parmesan on top, and it was just divine. This will be a go-to recipe for us this winter.

Daisy
January 21, 2024
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I made this Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup on a chilly evening. The sweet chestnuts add such a rich flavor! I remember my grandma always making her special soup in winter. This recipe brought back those warm memories. So simple to make and just creamy enough. I topped it with some Parmesan and it was perfect!

Wendy Smith
November 25, 2023
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Warmth in bowl.

Isaac Johnson
October 1, 2023
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Exceptional

Chris
September 12, 2023
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Amazing!!! Perfect for winter nights with the fam!

Evelyn
August 18, 2023
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Delightful! Made this soup after my grandkids played in the snow. The whole family loved it and it warmed us up perfectly. The creamy texture and the nutty flavor from the chestnuts made it a new favorite!

Betsy
July 4, 2023
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Warm, creamy, delicious!

Luisito
May 3, 2023
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Hice esta sopa de coliflor y castañas una noche fría, y me trajo recuerdos de mi abuela cocinando en casa. Deliciosa.

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