Creamy Roasted Chestnut and Apple Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This Creamy Roasted Chestnut and Apple Soup is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a cozy meal. The combination of roasted chestnuts and apples creates a rich, velvety texture that is both comforting and satisfying.

This soup recipe is straightforward and ideal for fall or winter gatherings. It’s a unique addition to your soups repertoire, showcasing seasonal ingredients that will impress your guests.

Delicious Chestnut and Apple Soup

This soup features roasted chestnuts and apples simmered with onions and garlic, then blended to a creamy consistency. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cups roasted chestnuts, peeled
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
Add Apples and Chestnuts: Stir in the diced apples and roasted chestnuts. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the apples to soften slightly.
Pour in Broth: Add the vegetable or chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the apples are tender.
Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender.
Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and heat gently over low heat. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.