If you’re craving a bacon cheeseburger but want something cozy and comforting, this Bacon Cheeseburger Soup is the perfect solution. It has all the flavors of your favorite burger – beef, cheese, bacon, pickles – in a creamy, hearty soup that’s made for chilly nights.
This soup is a hit because it’s satisfying without being heavy, and it’s quick to make with simple ingredients. The bacon adds a smoky crunch, while the ground beef and melty cheese give it that classic cheeseburger flavor. It even has diced pickles stirred in at the end for a little tangy bite.
Helpful Tips
- Use a lean ground beef: This keeps the soup from getting too greasy, especially with the added bacon.
- Shred your own cheese: Pre-shredded cheese has additives that can keep it from melting smoothly.
- Add pickles and bacon last: Stir them in just before serving so they stay crisp and flavorful.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
Ingredients
- 4 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium potatoes cubed
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon EACH salt and ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup cream cheese at room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch + water
- For garnish: cheese, pickles, green onion and crumbled bacon
Instructions
- In a soup pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the pan.
- Drain most of the grease. Add the ground beef and onions to the pan. Cook, breaking the beef up into smaller pieces, until cooked through. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Then add the potatoes, broth, salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and cook on low for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Turn the heat up to medium. Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add it to the soup and stir until thickened, 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Add the cream cheese, heavy cream, and cheddar cheese and stir well, until dissolved.
- Serve the soup with additional shredded cheese, pickles, green onion, and crumbled bacon on top.
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