Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

Name: Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 240 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 onion; 3 cups potatoes; 4 cups beef broth; 1 cup carrots; 1 cup celery; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp mustard powder; 4 oz cream cheese; 1.5 cups heavy cream; 2 cups cheddar cheese; 6 slices bacon

This Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is everything you love about a classic cheeseburger turned into a rich, creamy, comforting bowl of soup.

It’s loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and vegetables all simmered together in a savory broth. As it cooks, the flavors blend into a hearty base that’s both filling and incredibly satisfying.

Once the cream cheese, heavy cream, and cheddar are added, the soup transforms into a thick, creamy, cheesy dish that’s packed with flavor in every bite.

Finished with crispy bacon on top, this is the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for cold nights or anytime you want something warm and filling.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Rich and creamy with classic cheeseburger flavor.
Hearty and filling with beef and potatoes.
Easy crockpot recipe with simple ingredients.
Perfect comfort food for colder days.
Loaded with cheese and topped with crispy bacon.

Ingredients

This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a rich and hearty soup. The ground beef and vegetables cook together in a flavorful broth, building a solid base.

The addition of cream cheese, heavy cream, and cheddar creates a smooth, creamy texture, while the bacon adds a smoky finish. The potatoes make it extra filling, turning this into a complete meal.

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
4 cups beef broth
1 cup carrots, diced or shredded
1 cup celery, diced
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp mustard powder
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
1½ cups heavy cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

How To Make Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

Step 1: Brown Beef

Brown the ground beef with the diced onion in a skillet until fully cooked, then drain the grease.

Step 2: Add Beef to Crockpot

Add the cooked beef and onion to the crockpot.

Step 3: Add Potatoes

Add the diced potatoes.

Step 4: Add Carrots

Add the carrots.

Step 5: Add Celery

Add the celery.

Step 6: Add Broth

Pour in the beef broth.

Step 7: Season

Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and mustard powder.

Step 8: Mix

Stir everything together until combined.

Step 9: Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.

Step 10: Add Cream Cheese

Add the cubed cream cheese.

Step 11: Add Cream

Pour in the heavy cream.

Step 12: Mix Until Smooth

Stir until smooth and combined.

Step 13: Add Cheese

Add the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 14: Melt Cheese

Stir until melted and creamy.

Step 15: Add Bacon

Top with crispy bacon before serving.

Recipe Variations

Add pickles for a cheeseburger twist.
Use spicy sausage instead of ground beef.
Add jalapeños for heat.
Use different cheeses for variation.
Add extra bacon for more flavor.

Tips for Success

Drain the beef well to avoid excess grease.
Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
Cube the cream cheese for faster melting.
Use freshly shredded cheese for best texture.
Stir well after adding dairy to keep it smooth.
Let it sit before serving to thicken.