Description

This Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup is a creamy, comforting, and easy-to-make dish featuring cauliflower, garlic, onion, and cheddar cheese. Perfect for quick dinners or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

2.5 pounds cauliflower florets

8 cloves fresh garlic

½ yellow onion, chopped

2 cups chicken broth

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

4 ounces sharp cheddar, grated

Optional toppings: green onion, sour cream, additional cheddar, broccoli florets

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Instructions

Chop cauliflower into florets.
Add cauliflower, garlic, onion, broth, salt, and pepper to Instant Pot. Seal lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
Quick release pressure, then add cream cheese and cheddar.
Blend with immersion blender until smooth.
Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Stir in extra cheese or Parmesan for a cheesier soup.
Add nutmeg or smoked paprika for a spiced variation.
Swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt for less dairy.
Top with bacon or roasted cauliflower for texture.

Prep Time: 5–10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes (plus ~10 minutes pressure build/release)
Category: Soups
Method: Pressure Cooked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 190
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 45mg