Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup

This delicious Vegan Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights. It’s creamy, hearty, and packed with rich, savory flavors everyone will love

With minimal prep time and the ease of a slow cooker, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Why Make This Recipe

This loaded potato soup is incredibly easy to prepare and fully customizable. You can add your favorite vegan toppings and adjust ingredients to suit your dietary needs. It’s warm, satisfying, and requires very little effort—ideal for busy days when you still want a comforting homemade meal.

How To Make Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup

Ingredients:

4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1 onion, diced
3 cups vegetable broth
1 cup plant‑based heavy cream (cashew, oat, or coconut cream)
1 cup shredded vegan cheddar cheese
1/2 cup vegan bacon bits or crispy smoked mushrooms
Salt and pepper to taste
Chives, for garnish

Directions:

Add the diced potatoes, onion, and vegetable broth to the crock pot.
Cook on low for 6–8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender.
Mash some of the potatoes directly in the crock pot to thicken the soup.
Stir in the plant‑based cream, vegan cheese, vegan bacon bits, salt, and pepper.
Cook for an additional 30 minutes, until creamy and well combined.
Serve hot, garnished with chives.

Prep Time And Nutrition Facts

This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and 6–8 hours to cook, for a total time of approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes. It serves 4 people, and each serving contains roughly 320–350 calories, about 10–12 grams of plant‑based protein, and 16–18 grams of fat, depending on ingredients used.

How To Serve Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup

Serve the soup hot in bowls and offer a variety of vegan toppings such as dairy‑free cheese, plant‑based sour cream, coconut or mushroom bacon bits, and fresh chives or green onions. It pairs beautifully with crusty vegan bread or a fresh salad.

How To Store Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through. The soup can also be frozen for up to 3 months—for best texture, leave out the plant‑based cream and cheese before freezing and add them after reheating.

Tips To Make Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup

Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the creamiest texture.
For a lighter version, replace part of the plant‑based cream with unsweetened oat or almond milk.
Add vegetables like carrots, celery, or cauliflower for extra nutrition.
Use smoked paprika or nutritional yeast to boost savory flavor.

Health And Benefits Of This Recipe

This vegan loaded potato soup is hearty, comforting, and nourishing. Potatoes provide complex carbohydrates and vitamins C and B6, while plant‑based cream and cheese add richness without cholesterol. Vegan toppings keep the soup satisfying while supporting a plant‑based lifestyle.

Variation (If Any)

Try adding herbs and spices such as garlic, thyme, smoked paprika, or black pepper for extra depth. You can also replace vegan bacon bits with sautéed mushrooms, tempeh, or crispy lentils for a whole‑food option.

FAQs

Can I make this soup ahead of time?
Yes! Prepare it a day in advance, store it in the refrigerator, and reheat when ready to serve.

What can I use instead of chicken broth?
Vegetable broth works perfectly and keeps the soup fully vegan.

Can this soup be made gluten‑free?
Yes—just ensure your broth and vegan toppings are certified gluten‑free.

Is this soup vegan?
Yes, when made with plant‑based cream, cheese, and broth, it is completely vegan.

How do I thicken the soup?
Mash more potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry if desired.

Can I freeze this soup?
Yes, freeze it without the plant‑based cream and cheese, then add them after reheating.

What toppings can I add?
Vegan sour cream, green onions, dairy‑free cheese, jalapeños, or crispy mushrooms are all delicious options.

🌱 Enjoy this Vegan Crock Pot Loaded Potato Soup—rich, creamy comfort made completely plant‑based! 🥔🥣✨