Shuck the corn and use a knife to slice off the kernels. Set the kernels aside.
Place the vegan buttery spread and onions in a soup pot, and turn the heat to medium. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the onion starts to soften.
Add the potatoes, corn kernels, spices, and vegetable stock. Raise the heat to high, and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Simmer the soup for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the coconut cream, and add more salt, pepper, or spicees if desired.
Serve soup garnished with fresh chives.
Notes
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for 4 days.You can freeze this soup if you like in freezer safe containers or bags. It should stay fresh in the freezer for 3 months.If you can't have coconut, use a different dairy free milk, and add a tablespoon of cornstarch to thicken the soup.