Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup

Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup includes hearty ingredients in a super creamy, cheesy broth. With minimal effort, it’s an easy meal idea for any occasion.

If you love cheeseburger flavored dinners, give our Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole and Cheeseburger Macaroni a try!

Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

Comforting and delicious, this is one of our favorite soups to curl up with on a cold winter night.

When you're craving a Double Bacon Cheeseburger, but also want some veggies and cozy vibes, this Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup delivers.

The slow cooker cooks all your favorite burger ingredients together into a creamy delicious soup the whole family will enjoy.

Why You'll Love Cheesy Hamburger Soup

• It’s ridiculously easy to prepare. It only requires about 15 minutes of prep time.
• You can set it and forget it. Come home to the smell of dinner waiting for you. (If that sounds good to you, be sure to check out our other great Ground Beef Crock Pot Recipes.)
• This cheesy hamburger soup recipe is "potluck popular" and can scale up. Double it to match the size of your crowd (or their hunger-level).

Key Ingredients And Substitutions

• Velveeta- There aren't many times I'll recommend you buy a block of Velveeta cheese, but this is one of them. Honestly, it's what sets this crock pot cheeseburger soup apart. Nothing captures the goodness of a melty American cheese burger quite like Velveeta!
• Ground Beef- You can use a lean ground beef for this recipe. Anything from 80/20 to 90/10 will work fine.
• Carrots- Cut them in thick slices or shred them so they melt into the soup. The latter is especially helpful if your kids tend to pick around the veggies.
• Potatoes - Any variety of potatoes will work well. I usually use red. The potatoes in this recipe are the real indicator on when this soup is perfectly cooked. The soup is done when they are fork-tender. If you need the soup to cook faster, potatoes cut into smaller cubes will cook through faster (especially important if you're cooking on the stove top).
• Onion - I love adding some white or yellow onions to my recipes and this one is no different. They are naturally sweet but not overpowering, so it’s a great addition!
• Celery - There is a good reason why celery is added to so many soup dishes... it tastes wonderful when it's cooked with the other ingredients. Even if you don’t like celery on its own, it creates the perfect flavor when complemented with seasonings and veggies.
• Chicken Broth - I almost always have chicken Better than Boullion on hand, so it’s my go-to for soups. However, you can also swap it for beef or veggie broth instead.
• Milk - For a richer and creamier result, reach for whole milk. Or to lighten it up, 2% works great.
• Sour Cream - In combination with Velveeta and milk, the sour cream makes the soup creamy and adds a little tang. I don’t recommend skipping the sour cream, but you can go for a lighter reduced-fat variety.
• Optional toppings: Fresh toppings like crumbled bacon, sliced jalapeno, tater tots or waffle fries, and green onions can add heat or crunch to the soup!

How To Make Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup

1. Brown the ground beef until it’s no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
2. Put the ground beef, seasonings, vegetables, garlic, chicken broth, and milk, in the slow cooker. Mix well to combine.
3. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7.
4. Once the potatoes are tender, mix in the Velveeta cheese, replace the lid, and allow to melt for 20-30 minutes.
5. Stir well, then stir in the sour cream.
6. Serve with waffle fries, garlic bread, or that good salad to lighten things up.

Tips & FAQs For Making Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup

• Get the most flavor out of your ground beef by using our tips on How to Cook Ground Beef.
• For a quicker option, you can cook the soup on the stove top. It tastes just as great but is done much faster.
• You can omit the bacon if you prefer.
• Don’t overcook the cheeseburger soup, or the potatoes will start to get mushy and fall apart. Once they are fork-tender, it’s time to get the cheese melted and serve.
• Leftover soup should be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container. It will last for 5-7 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave or on the stove top, stirring frequently. If it gets too thick, add a little extra milk to thin.
• To make this even heartier (and beefier), up the ground beef to 1.5 pounds.

Can you cook raw hamburger in a crock pot?

Short answer, yes. Long answer, I usually don't recommend it. Browning ground beef is what gives it all of that delicious meaty flavor. Adding raw beef to the crock pot misses out on that flavor AND can result in a greasy final dish.

You CAN, however, brown your ground beef directly in the slow cooker, if you have the kind that has a brown or sear function. Remember to drain excess fat before continuing with the recipe.

Can I freeze crock pot cheeseburger soup?

Yes! Cool the soup completely then store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, as long as you have a large crock pot. You'll want at least a 6 quart size.

What is a good side with cheeseburger soup?

The great thing about crock pot cheeseburger soup is that it really can be a full meal in a bowl! However, there are a few sides that are great compliments to this soup, if you want to add some extras.

Garlic bread is a ridiculously great side, and perfect for scraping up any leftover cheesy bits from the bowl.

Salads, like this Autumn Salad, an easy garden salad, or Caesar salad all work well with soup.

Try adding waffle fries or tater tots for all the diner style vibes.

More Comforting Ground Beef Soup Recipes

Fill your bowl with one of our other great Ground Beef Soups! Be sure to try our recipes for One Pot Lasagna Soup, Creamy Taco Soup, Hamburger Soup, and Creamy Beef Tomato Soup.

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