Creamy Broccoli Soup with Cheddar (Cappuccino)
Creamy Broccoli Soup with Cheddar (Cappuccino) is a medium American recipe that serves 4. 460 calories per serving. Recipe by Laser Zone on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 24 min | Total: 54 min
Cost: $7.78 total, $1.94 per serving
Ingredients
- 500 г Broccoli (with stems) (Separate into florets, slice stems into thin rounds)
- 2 шт Potatoes (Medium, peel, dice)
- 1 шт Carrot (Large, peel, grate coarsely)
- 1 шт Onion (Medium, finely chopped)
- 30 г Butter (2 tablespoons)
- 1 ст. л. Vegetable oil (For sautéing)
- 2 ст. л. Wheat flour (For thickening)
- 1 л Chicken broth or water (Can be substituted with vegetable broth)
- 200 г Cheddar cheese (Grated, not processed)
- 200 мл Milk (For frothing)
- 1 ч. л. Salt (To taste)
- 0.5 ч. л. Black ground pepper (To taste)
Instructions
Vegetable preparation
Separate broccoli into florets, slice stems into thin rounds. Peel potatoes and dice (≈2 cm). Grate carrot coarsely, finely chop onion.
Time: PT10M
Sautéing onion and carrot
In a pot heat 1 st. l. vegetable oil and 30 g butter over medium heat. Add onion and carrot, sauté 5 minutes until lightly golden.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: средний огонь
Making the roux
Sprinkle vegetables with 2 st. l. flour, stir quickly so flour coats the vegetables. Cook 2 minutes until flour develops a light nutty aroma.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: средний огонь
Adding liquid and vegetables
Pour in 1 l chicken broth (or water), bring to a boil. Add diced potatoes and broccoli.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: крупное кипение
Simmering until done
Reduce heat to a gentle boil, cover and cook 15 minutes until potatoes and broccoli are tender.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: слабое кипение
Pureeing the soup
Remove pot from heat. Transfer contents to a blender, blend to a smooth creamy consistency (about 3 minutes). When working with hot liquid keep the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape.
Time: PT3M
Adding cheese
Return puree to pot, place over low heat, add 200 g grated cheddar, stir constantly until cheese fully melts.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: слабый огонь
Final seasoning
Taste the soup, add salt and pepper to taste. Keep on low heat until ready to serve.
Time: PT2M
Frothing milk
Warm 200 ml milk (do not boil) and use a milk frother to whip into airy foam.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: тёплое молоко
Serving
Divide hot soup into cups, carefully top with milk foam, optionally garnish with a pinch of freshly ground pepper.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 460
- Protein
- 15 г
- Carbohydrates
- 45 г
- Fat
- 25 г
- Fiber
- 6 г
Dietary info: vegetarian (if using vegetable broth), not suitable for vegans, contains gluten, high-fiber
Allergens: milk, cheese, wheat
Ingredient Substitutions
- Instead of Broccoli (with stems): cauliflower
- Instead of Potatoes: sweet potato
- Instead of Carrot: parsnip
- Instead of Onion: shallot
- Instead of Butter: margarine
- Instead of Vegetable oil: olive oil
- Instead of Wheat flour: gluten‑free flour
- Instead of Chicken broth or water: vegetable broth, water
- Instead of Cheddar cheese: Gouda, mozzarella
- Instead of Milk: plant milk (less suitable for frothing)
Equipment Needed
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Pot (with lid) / sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Blender (immersion or countertop)
- Milk frother (optional)
- Ladle
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater
Critical Steps — Do Not Skip
- Sautéing flour with vegetables until lightly golden (roux) – without this the soup will have a raw flour note.
- Blending hot soup – use lid venting to avoid steam spitting.
- Adding cheese over low heat so it fully melts without curdling.
Chef Tips from the Video
- Keep broccoli stems – they add a pleasant crunch.
- For a brighter flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg at the end.
- If you want a lighter version, replace part of the butter with olive oil.
Troubleshooting
Soup turned out too thin
Mix 1 tsp flour with a small amount of cold water, add to the soup and bring to a boil until thickened.
Soup too thick
Add a little hot broth or water, stir and heat through.
Cheese curdled, forming lumps
Ensure the heat is low, add cheese in small batches while stirring constantly; if needed, remove from heat and add a splash of cream.
Milk foam does not form
Use whole cold milk, ensure the frother is clean and operating at full power.
Storage
Refrigerator: Cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Portion out, freeze in airtight bags for up to 2 months. When reheating, add a little broth.
Room temperature: Do not store for more than 2 hours at room temperature.
Make-Ahead Tips
- Soup can be fully prepared a day ahead, stored in the refrigerator and reheated before serving.
- Add cheese only just before serving to preserve the creamy texture.
- Prepare the milk foam right before plating – it deflates quickly.
Last updated: August 21, 2026
