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A top-down view of a thick and creamy cheeseburger soup in a rustic bowl, garnished with fresh toppings.

Cheeseburger Soup Recipe (The Ultimate Guide)

This Cheeseburger Soup Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, packing all the savory flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a rich, creamy, and easy-to-make one-pot meal. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 lbs Russet potatoes peeled and cubed into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
For Garnish
  • Cooked and crumbled bacon
  • Diced dill pickles
  • Toasted sesame seed bun croutons
  • Chopped green onions

Equipment

  • 1 Large Dutch oven or soup pot
  • 1 Cheese Grater

Method
 

  1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
  2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. Return the ground beef to the pot. Stir in the beef broth, cubed potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the softened cream cheese until it is completely melted and smooth.
  6. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  7. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese in handfuls, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted. Do not let the soup boil.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For the best results, shred your own cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can result in a grainy texture.
Ensure the soup does not boil after adding the dairy ingredients to prevent curdling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.