Maple-Glazed Carrot and Apple Soup

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Creamy, sweet-savory soup made with roasted carrots, apples, and a hint of maple syrup for a cozy fall meal. This american-inspired soups ready in about 55 minutes pairs peeled and chopped carrots, medium (12 oz), peeled and diced apples, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss carrots and apples with 1/2 tbsp butter and 1/4 tsp salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 25 minutes until caramelized and tender.
  2. Step 2: Melt remaining butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. Add roasted carrots and apples, then pour in broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth (or transfer to a regular blender in batches). Stir in maple syrup, thyme, and salt. Return to low heat and stir in heavy cream until warmed through (do not boil).
  4. Step 4: Taste and adjust salt or maple syrup if needed. Serve warm with a thyme sprig garnish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Carrot and Apple Soup take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Carrot and Apple Soup?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and chopped carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Carrot and Apple Soup?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Maple-Glazed Carrot and Apple Soup for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Maple-Glazed Carrot and Apple Soup?

American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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