Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup.

You’ll be shocked at how comforting and creamy this vegan mushroom soup is! It’s dairy free, but it doesn’t taste that way. Rich, smooth, savory – this soup is everything it should be. Use it in casseroles or enjoy a bowl with a slice of fresh bread.

Cream of mushroom soup is kind of a staple in American cooking, isn’t it?

It’s an ingredient that is used all the time in recipes like green bean casserole or beef stroganoff. Many people use the store bought version of cream soups, but they’re usually full of allergens, like wheat, soy, and dairy.

If you have food allergies, you might just avoid recipes that use those kind of canned ingredients. The good news is, you can use this recipe in place of the canned version if you like.

The even better news is, this vegan cream of mushroom soup is amazing. It’s thick, creamy, flavorful, and so filling. You will love it and want to eat a big bowl of it for lunch, and probably for dinner, too.

This is one of those soup recipes where I just don’t miss the dairy at all. The vegan buttery spread, the garlic, the mushrooms, and the spices add so much delicious savory flavor. The canned coconut cream adds a silky texture and some richness that’s irresistible.

Vegans and non-vegans alike will love this wonderfully cozy mushroom soup.

Which kind of mushrooms work best in this recipe?

I love the taste and texture of white button mushrooms in this recipe. They’re a convenient choice because you can get them at any grocery store. If you prefer a different type of mushroom, you can try that! If you use portobello mushrooms (or baby portobellos), the soup will have a darker color.

What kind of dairy free milk is best for this soup?

I used So Delicious Unsweetened Refrigerated Coconut Milk Beverage. It has a neutral taste. You can use whatever dairy free milk works for your dietary needs. Soy milk, oat milk, flax milk, rice milk, or any other milk should work very well.

Serve this vegan creamy mushroom soup with:

• vegan biscuits
• a green salad
• homemade oatmeal crackers

Can this soup be frozen?

I haven’t tried that! I think it could be frozen, but the texture may change slightly when you thaw it out. There may be some separation, so you will need to stir it well when you reheat it.

For more comforting dairy free dishes, check out the video below, or visit my collection of gluten free dairy free comfort food.

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Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup.

Rich, delicious, vegan mushroom soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cool evening. This soup is perfect with fresh bread or crisp crackers.

Course Soup

Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.

Keyword vegan comfort food

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 319 kcal

Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

• 1 cup red onion diced
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 24 ounces white button mushrooms washed and sliced
• 1/4 cup vegan buttery spread
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 2 1/2 cups non-dairy milk I used So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 5 ounces full fat coconut milk
• 1 Tablespoon corn starch or arrowroot starch
• 2 Tablespoons non-dairy milk
• 2 Tablespoons fresh chives

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Instructions

1. In a large soup pot, cook the onion and garlic in the vegan buttery spread over medium heat. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 7 minutes.

2. Add the mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms are soft and browned.

3. Stir in the spices and white wine. Add the non-dairy milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes.

4. Stir in the full fat coconut cream.

5. Remove the pan from the heat, and partially puree the soup with an immersion blender. I like to leave some larger pieces of mushrooms for texture. You can completely puree it if you prefer a totally smooth soup.

6. Place the pan back on the burner over low heat. In a small cup, whisk together the corn starch and 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk. Drizzle this mixture into the soup, and stir while the soup simmers for another 5 minutes. It will start to thicken up.

7. Remove from heat, add more salt and pepper if desired. Top with fresh chives or other herbs.

Recipe Notes

Store leftover soup in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for about 3 days.

If you can't have coconut, you can leave out the coconut cream. The soup will be slightly less rich without it. 

You can make this with whatever non-dairy milk suits your dietary needs. Oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk, rice milk - all of those should work just fine.

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup.

Amount Per Serving

Calories 319 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value*

Fat 20g31%

Saturated Fat 10g63%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 5g

Monounsaturated Fat 5g

Sodium 768mg33%

Potassium 967mg28%

Carbohydrates 21g7%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 9g10%

Protein 12g24%

Vitamin A 1348IU27%

Vitamin C 20mg24%

Calcium 260mg26%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This post was originally written in December 2014. It has been updated.