16 Cozy Fall Soup Recipes to Simmer This Season
Because nothing says comfort like a steaming bowl of soup on a chilly night.
ByErin Alexander
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Photo by Ty Mecham
If you asked me to picture my perfect fall weeknight, it would go something like this: wrapped up in the unreasonably soft blanket I picked up at T.J. Maxx, watching the latest Below Deck episode, and sipping spoonfuls of piping-hot soup.
Why soup, specifically? There’s something especially soothing about a warm, spice- and herb-filled broth that’s been simmering away on the stove (or, if you’re in a rush, bubbling in the Instant Pot). It’s cozy, it’s nourishing, and it’s the perfect remedy for chilly nights and the first signs of cold season.
So with that in mind, here are 16 of our coziest fall soup recipes to make while the leaves change—from the simplest chicken noodle soup ever to a hearty lentil and sausage number you’ll want to slurp until the very last drop.
So with that in mind, here are 16 of our best soup recipes to make with the changing leaves—from the simplest chicken noodle soup ever to a hearty lentil and sausage number you'll want to slurp and slurp (until it's all gone).
Our Best Fall Soup Recipes
We had to start with our best butternut squash soup recipe because what better way to welcome cooler weather than with a bowl of this? It's creamy, a little sweet, and even better when topped with a drizzle of cream.
Make a big batch of this life-affirming Greek lemon soup when you need something comforting—it's a bowlful of velvety, citrus-spiked, orzo-filled goodness.
3. Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup (Fan Favorite)
Remember the hamburger soup they used to serve at the elementary school cafeteria when you were a kid? This is like that, only with an Instant Pot—so you'll only need to spend 30 minutes or so whipping it up.
Freshly ground coriander seeds bring a warm nuttiness to this sweet potato soup's base, while oven-roasted chickpeas tossed in a fiery blend of chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon makes just the right crunchy topping.
Velvety, mild, and full of cozy flavor—this soup proves you don’t need cream to make something rich. Serve it with crusty bread and call it dinner.
This brothy, vegetable-packed lentil and sausage soup may technically be for a cold winter's night, but we love it just as much on a brisk fall evening.
This "simplest" chicken noodle soup delivers on its promise by focusing on what really makes this comfort food such a classic: juicy roast chicken, shredded into bite-size bits, and extra-wide egg noodles added just at the end (so they don't get mushy).
Oven-charred carrots, celery, and yellow onions get just the right funky sweetness from lots and lots of mellow white miso in this vegetarian-friendly soup.
This 10-minute (seriously!) egg drop soup calls for hearty pantry ingredients like cream of chicken and canned corn (including the juice) for a creamy, extra-flavorful result.
"Tom Kha Gai is a creamy, aromatic, and zesty soup that is distinctly Thai," writes recipe author and longtime community member thaifoodie. We love this soup all year round, but its red chile and galangal–fueled flavor makes it especially delicious during the chillier months.
This chunky minestrone soup with bright pesto drizzle brings those sitting-next-to-the-fireplace vibes front and center by adding some smoky all-natural bacon into the fold.
Just because you're vegan, doesn't mean you can't enjoy a silky-smooth cream of mushroom soup studded with wild rice and vegetables—this one gets its dreamy texture from coconut milk.
This French onion soup has been described as "magic," and given the fact that it calls for white wine and lots of bubbly-browned Gruyere cheese, we'd have to agree.
There's something especially restorative about a hot bowl of this matzo ball soup with shreds of roast chicken, veggies, and dill in a super salty broth. It's exactly what you want to make yourself (or better yet, have someone make you) when you're feeling a little down.
The name doesn't lie—all you need is a sheet-pan, blender, and a little bit of time to whip up this easy fall soup. While it's only a few ingredients, the roasted flavor and addition of feta brine make this soup a layered winner.
Lots of stale country-style bread make an ultra-comforting base in this Jamie Oliver soup, which also calls on big handfuls of kale, roughly chopped cabbage, bacon, cheese, and even anchovies for substantial flavor.
This story was updated in October 2025 to include even more delicious soup recipes.