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Best Creamy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Coconut Soup

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This hands-off slow cooker pumpkin coconut soup is velvety smooth, subtly spiced, and made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for fall gatherings, it delivers rich flavor with just 10 minutes of prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (100% pure pumpkin)
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper)
  • Optional toppings: toasted pumpkin seeds, fresh cilantro, a drizzle of coconut milk, crusty bread for dipping

Instructions

  1. Sauté the aromatics (optional but recommended): Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Combine everything in the slow cooker: Add the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, sautéed aromatics (or raw onion, garlic, and ginger), vegetable broth, cumin, turmeric, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
  3. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until flavors have melded and onion is tender.
  4. Blend (or don’t): For a silky smooth soup, use an immersion blender directly in the slow cooker. Alternatively, carefully transfer to a regular blender in batches. Leave chunky if preferred.
  5. Season and adjust: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. If too thick, stir in extra broth or water. If too thin, cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes to reduce.
  6. Serve with toppings: Ladle into bowls and top with toasted pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of coconut milk, and fresh cilantro. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

For best flavor, sauté aromatics before adding to slow cooker. Shake coconut milk can well before opening. Season gradually. Soup tastes even better the next day. Keep on WARM setting for parties.

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Keywords: pumpkin soup, slow cooker soup, coconut soup, fall soup, creamy soup, vegan soup, gluten-free soup, dairy-free soup

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