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    Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    Published: Nov 29, 2018 · Modified: Mar 12, 2020 by Anna 32 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup - creamy and delicious veggie-packed soup with cheese. Popular restaurant copycat made right in your pressure cooker!

    This soup is perfect served with grilled cheese or with homemade croutons. It's as creamy and flavorful as my Instant Pot Potato Soup!

    Side shot of Instant Pot broccoli cheddar soup in soup bowl with handles.

    The soup season is here and there is nothing better on a chilly day than a big bowl of pure comfort food. Creamy veggie-packed soup is exactly what I am craving. Broccoli cheddar soup is one of our favorites to make during winter and now I can make it in my Instant Pot. This Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup is so quick and easy to make, and sure to become a hit. This restaurant favorite cooks in the Instant Pot in under 20 minutes total. It's creamy, cheesy and comforting.

    Instructions:

    • Start by sauteing garlic, onion, carrot, and celery in butter in the Instant Pot.
    • Next, add fresh broccoli florets and broth and stir everything together. Secure the lid and set the timer to 1 minute on "manual" or "pressure cook" setting. The IP will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure.
    • Prepare the half and half and cornstarch mixture in a small bowl. Once the timer is done, carefully open the lid and stir the soup. Stir in the half and half mixture and shredded cheddar cheese. You can simmer the soup on "saute" setting for 2 minutes to thicken. Add salt, pepper, and hot sauce if desired.

    The recipe is from Coco Morante's new cookbook: The Ultimate Instant Pot Cookbook. It's the first recipe I tried and my whole family loved it, so I decided to share it.

    Overhead shot of broccoli and stock in the Instant Pot.

    I received a complimentary copy of Coco Morante's new cookbook: The Ultimate Instant Pot Cookbook. I already have The Essential Instant Pot Cookbook and it's perfect for those who are just starting with the appliance. The Ultimate Instant Pot Cookbook is filled with recipes we all know but adapted to be made in the IP. You can now easily make Pozole Rojo, French Onion Soup, Denver Omelet, Pork Chile Verde or Shrimp Scampi with Penne Pasta right in your Instant Pot. The recipes are very easy to follow and fail-proof. I highly recommend this cookbook to any IP fan, the new and seasoned. The book is available on Amazon.

    Cover photo of the Ultimate Instant Pot Cookbook with pasta in a bowl.

    More Instant Pot soup recipes:

    • Weight-Loss Vegetable Soup
    • Chicken Noodle Soup
    • Corn Chowder with Bacon
    • Minestrone Soup
    • Chicken Tortilla Soup
    • Chicken and Rice Soup
    • Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

    Instant Pot Soup Recipes Roundup (all in one place)

    Check out my Instant Pot Guide for Beginners, filled with all the info you need to get started with your new appliance!

    Side shot of the broccoli cheddar soup right next to the Instant Pot.

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 😀

    Instant Pot broccoli cheddar soup in white bowl with handles.

    Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    Author: Anna
    Creamy and delicious veggie-packed soup with cheese. Popular restaurant copycat made right in your pressure cooker! 
    More Instant Pot recipes: www.crunchycreamysweet.com
    4.89 from 17 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    natural pressure release 5 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 292 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
    • 1 large carrot shredded
    • 1 celery stalk finely diced
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • Kosher salt
    • 1 pound broccoli florets chopped
    • 3 cups vegetable broth page 284
    • 1 cup half-and-half
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 1 tablespoon hot sauce such as Frank’s RedHot or Crystal, plus more as needed
    • 2 cups tightly packed shredded Cheddar cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Select the Sauté setting on the Instant Pot and melt the butter. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and 1⁄2 teaspoon salt and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is softened but not browned. Add the broccoli and vegetable broth.
    • Secure the lid and set the Pressure Release to Sealing. Press the Cancel button to reset the cooking program, then select the Pressure Cook or Manual setting and set the cooking time for 1 minute at high pressure. (The pot will take about 10 minutes to come up to pressure before the cooking program begins.)
    • While the soup is cooking, in a liquid measuring cup, stir together the half-and-half, cornstarch, and hot sauce.
    • When the cooking program ends, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then move the Pressure Release to Venting to release any remaining steam. Open the pot, press the Cancel button to reset the cooking program, then select the Sauté setting. Stir the half-and-half mixture to recombine, then pour it into the pot. Stir in the cheese. Let the soup come up to a simmer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened slightly. Press the Cancel button to turn off the Instant Pot. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and hot sauce if needed.
    • Ladle the soup into bowls and serve piping hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 811mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3055IU | Vitamin C: 71.7mg | Calcium: 359mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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    1. Gail says

      November 18, 2022 at 10:51 am

      Once the soup is cooked, can leftovers be frozen?

      Reply
    2. Tuck says

      March 12, 2022 at 6:57 pm

      4 stars
      Recipe is very flavorful, but DO NOT simmer after adding cheese, this can cause the cheese to separate and curdle. Add cream mixture and bring to a slight simmer to thicken. Then turn temp down and add cheese stir until melted. Aside from this recipe is very good!

      Reply
    3. Sarah J says

      July 02, 2021 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      DELICIOUS! I've made a few broccoli cheese soup recipes and there was always something missing, the only adjustment I really had to make with this was add more butter and some pepper, but other than that, it was exactly the recipe I've been looking for! Super easy and flavorful. We'll definitely be making again in the future whenever there's a broccoli soup craving.

      Reply
    4. Sharie says

      March 25, 2021 at 12:54 pm

      How are you supposed to add the half & half, cornstarch and hot sauce while cooking when it's advised to never open the lid while the IP is under pressure? Am I misunderstanding something?

      Reply
      • Sarah J says

        July 02, 2021 at 6:24 pm

        the recipe says to add this step after the soup is done with the pressure cooking part.

        Reply
    5. Nick says

      February 15, 2021 at 8:11 am

      I have been trying to make a brocolli cheddar soup for a while. After several fail attempts I said to myself that I will try this recipe and give up forever. OMG, the soup was so good. Even my husband who don't really care for soups liked it. Thank you! Btw, you forgot to say to add cheddar cheese in the instructions though

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 17, 2021 at 5:17 pm

        I am so glad you like the soup, Nick! Thank you for giving this recipe a try!

        Reply
    6. Lori says

      January 07, 2021 at 7:48 pm

      5 stars
      Great stuff!! So creamy and comforting!

      Reply
    7. KIMBERLY GAMBLE says

      April 11, 2020 at 5:20 am

      5 stars
      The chopping takes some time but SO worth it. I doubled the recipe and 5 adults devoured it all. ♥♥♥♥♥

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 11, 2020 at 4:10 pm

        That's fantastic, Kimberly! I am so glad the soup was a hit!

        Reply
    8. Brigette says

      January 10, 2020 at 9:32 am

      Made this yesterday and the entire family liked it (which says a lot). Thanks for sharing this easy, healthy and very tasty recipe.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 11, 2020 at 5:39 pm

        Thank you so much for trying it, Brigette!

        Reply
        • Brigette says

          January 14, 2020 at 1:15 pm

          I made this for 10 kids yesterday, and for the very first time, ALL 10 loved this soup! Big score for broccoli!

          Reply
          • Anna says

            January 15, 2020 at 1:47 pm

            Yay! That's fantastic! Thank you so much, Brigette!

            Reply
    9. Tara Noland says

      December 17, 2019 at 11:52 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for this soup recipe, we made it last night and not only was it quick and easy but tasted amazing. We all loved it!!

      Reply
    10. Molly says

      November 24, 2019 at 7:47 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight using broccoli 🥦 and cauliflower, since I didn’t have 1# of broccoli. I had little carrots 🥕 so I just just sliced them. Used all the rest of the ingredients as listed. The soup was so delicious and warm for my three cold and hungry hunters. Definitely will be making this one again.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        November 25, 2019 at 12:42 am

        Hi Molly! Thank you for trying this recipe! I am so glad it was a hit!

        Reply
    11. Sean D says

      September 26, 2019 at 9:21 am

      4 stars
      Just made this myself. I wound up adding a can of drained diced green chiles to give it a little more flavor. Pretty tasty!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 26, 2019 at 3:14 pm

        Thank you, Sean!

        Reply
    12. Victoria says

      March 25, 2019 at 4:56 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this. Used 1 cup of 3.25% milk instead of cream. Thickened nicely. Pressure cooked for 2 mins because I chopped carrots and broccoli a little large. Turned out great. Thanks for writing very clear instructions for this IP newbie 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 28, 2019 at 5:15 pm

        Hi Victoria! That's fantastic! I am so glad that it was a hit! I hope you will make more recipes!

        Reply
    13. Sandra says

      December 03, 2018 at 5:15 am

      5 stars
      OMG! This looks really comforting! Can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply
    14. Michelle says

      November 30, 2018 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      OMG, I'm sitting in the office, next to a window, shivering and then I see this...I think I know what I'm making tonight! I have everything (except the IP 😳).

      Reply
    15. Dorothy says

      November 29, 2018 at 8:38 pm

      My IP has been busy since the weather has gotten cooler. I haven't tried broccoli soup yet in the IP. Can't wait to try this one!

      Reply
    16. Amanda says

      November 29, 2018 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      MY favorite soup and crockpot meals are fantastic!!

      Reply
    17. Sabrina says

      November 29, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      This is one soup my kids will eat up! It's so cheesy and I love that they're eating veggies.

      Reply
    18. Nick says

      November 29, 2018 at 4:04 pm

      This recipe is perfect for fall!

      Reply
    19. Jennifer says

      November 29, 2018 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      Been looking for new soup recipes and just got my Instant Pot!! Can't wait to make!

      Reply
    20. Becky Hardin says

      November 29, 2018 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      My all time favorite soup!!! I love that your recipe is crockpot friendly.

      Reply
    21. Chrissie Baker says

      November 29, 2018 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, what a bright soup. My family love soups. I think your recipe will be one of our favorites.

      Reply
    22. Jamielyn says

      November 29, 2018 at 2:35 pm

      5 stars
      Broccoli cheddar is one of my favorites! Need to try this instant pot recipe soon!

      Reply
    23. Toni says

      November 29, 2018 at 2:26 pm

      5 stars
      Such a warm and cozy soup for these wintery temps. I especially love making it in the Instant Pot. Thank you for making it all so easy!

      Reply

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