This hearty Cheeseburger Soup is packed with ground beef, tender potatoes, and plenty of cheesy goodness. It's a comforting bowl that feels like a cross between a loaded baked potato and a classic burger in soup form.
I love recipes like this because they're cozy and filling. Perfect for cooler nights when you want something warm and satisfying. If you enjoy this recipe, you might also like my French Onion Soup for another cheesy comforting soup dinner idea.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Hearty comfort: loaded with ground beef, potatoes, and veggies, it's a full meal in one bowl.
Cheesy flavor: Velveeta melts perfectly into the broth, making the soup creamy and rich.
Easy prep: made in one pot with simple ingredients you already have on hand.
Key Ingredients for Cheeseburger Soup
See the recipe card at the bottom of this post for a full list of ingredients and instructions.
- Ground beef: adds rich flavor and makes the soup filling.
- Potatoes: gives the soup body and a classic "loaded" feel.
- Mushrooms, carrots, and onions: adds depth, nutrition, and texture.
- Velveeta cheese: creates that creamy, cheesy base.
- Beef broth: enhances the meaty flavor of the soup.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Ground turkey instead of beef for a lighter version.
- A combination of cheddar cheese and cream cheese in place of Velveeta.
- Sweet bell pepper instead of jalapeno for less heat.
Variations on Cheeseburger Soup
- Bacon double cheeseburger soup: stir in extra crumbled bacon before serving.
- Low carb version: swap potatoes for cauliflower florets.
- Tex-Mex style: add taco seasoning and top with avocado and salsa.
Tips for Perfect Cheeseburger Soup
- Brown well: let the beef sear for extra flavor before adding broth.
- Melt slowly: add the cheese in small amounts so it blends smoothly.
- Creamier finish: stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end if you like it richer.
How to Store and Reheat
Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring often, or in the microwave in short intervals.
Serve With...
Pair this cheeseburger soup with Quick Dinner Rolls for dipping, or enjoy it with a side salad tossed with Italian Vinaigrette. For a fun comfort food spread, serve alongside Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, and finish with a Ginger Lime Berries.
More Easy Beef Recipes You'll Love
If you like this cheeseburger soup, try my Beefy Black Bean Chili, Ground Beef Pizza, Slow Cooker Beef Sliders, and American Chop Suey.
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📖 Recipe
Creamy Cheeseburger Soup
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 ounces chopped mushrooms
- ¼ cup diced carrot
- ¼ cup diced onions
- 1 jalapeno pepper diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ cups beef broth
- 3 cups milk divided
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 8 ounces velveeta cubed
- 4 slices cooked bacon crumbled (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives optional
Instructions
- In a large dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it begins to brown. Add the potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, onions, jalapeno, garlic, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the veggies are tender and meat is browned.
- Drain any excess fat. Return the pan to the cooktop and stir in the beef broth and 1 ½ cups of the milk. Bring the cheeseburger soup to a boil.
- Whisk together the remaining milk and the flour until no lumps remain. Add the flour mixture into the soup stirring constantly. Continue to cook for 2 minutes, or until the soup begins to thicken.
- Add the cheese to the soup and stir until the cheese has melted. Serve with bacon and chive garnish (if using).
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Tips and Substitutions
- Use leftover potatoes or cook the potatoes ahead of time and cool them down to dice
- If there is a lot of fat in the pot, be sure to drain before adding the liquids
- If you want a thinner soup, reduce the flour to 2 tablespoons
- Add a can of drained diced tomatoes
- Stir some cooked bacon into the soup for a bacon cheeseburger soup
- For a creamier soup, stir in ¼ cup of sour cream at the end
- Top with shredded cheese and croutons in place of the bacon (or with the bacon!)
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