10 Cozy Soup Recipes to Warm You Up This January

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It’s mid-January, and the winter chill is in full swing. The days are short, the nights are freezing, and let’s be honest – most of us just want to stay cozy and warm. When it’s this cold outside, there’s nothing better than curling up with a big bowl of soup. It’s comforting, satisfying, and feels like the easiest way to bring a little warmth back into your day. Whether you’re craving something rich and creamy, a hearty bowl packed with veggies, or a light broth that feels just right, there’s a soup for every mood. These 10 cozy soup recipes will keep you warm, happy, and well-fed through the coldest days of the season.

Black Bean and Corn Soup

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This vegetarian black bean soup is as cozy as it gets. It’s packed with black beans, sweet corn, and fire-roasted tomatoes, all simmered together with a mix of spices. The best part? It’s super quick and easy to make. Top it with some avocado, sour cream, or a handful of tortilla chips, and you’ve got a hearty, comforting meal perfect for a chilly night. Full recipe: Black Bean and Corn Soup

Minestrone with Orzo

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If you want something that’s loaded with healthy vegetables, packed with protein, and tastes like you’ve spent hours in the kitchen – this minestrone with orzo is the perfect recipe for you to make this week. You can throw in whatever ingredients you have to make it your own. Full recipe: Minestrone with Orzo

Potato Leek Soup

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This creamy leek and potato soup is such a classic comfort food. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients – leeks, potatoes, onions, and some broth but the flavor is so rich and satisfying. The leeks add this mild, buttery taste that works perfectly with the potatoes. You can finish it off with a little cream to make it extra cozy! Full recipe: Potato Leek Soup

Chipotle Chicken Soup

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This chipotle chicken soup is warm, hearty, and seriously satisfying with just the write amount of heat. Top it off with your favorite garnishes like sour cream, cilantro, cheese, avocado, and tortilla chips for a comforting and customizable dish. It’s my best remedy to make these chilly days a little more bearable! Full recipe: Chipotle Chicken Soup

Pumpkin Pear Soup

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I couldn’t put together a soup list without including something with pumpkin! If you’re a fan of creamy soups and looking for a savory way to use up those pumpkins, this pumpkin pear soup is just what you need for a cozy winter dinner. Full recipe: Pumpkin Pear Soup

Potato Chowder with Corn and Ham

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This potato chowder with corn and ham is pure comfort in a bowl. It’s made with simple ingredients like potatoes, carrots, onions, and leftover ham, so it’s super easy to whip up. The evaporated milk gives it a creamy texture without making it too heavy, which is always a win. It’s the perfect cozy dinner for a chilly night – so hearty, so satisfying, and so good! Full recipe: Potato Chowder with Corn and Ham

Vegan Sweet Potato Soup

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You actually don’t need any sort of meat to make a very good soup! This silky, 6-ingredient sweet potato soup is naturally vegan and comes together in about 30 minutes. Made with coconut milk and Thai-inspired flavors, it’s perfect with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and a drizzle of sriracha. Full recipe: Vegan Sweet Potato Soup

Red Pepper Carrot Soup with Couscous

This beautiful, bold soup gets a ton of flavor from harissa, and is extra satisfying on a chilly fall evening with the amazing addition of a couscous swirl.
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If you’re looking for a completely different flavor profile, I’ve got the perfect recipe for you. This red pepper and carrot soup is bright, bold, and full of flavor. The addition of couscous adds such a fun texture and makes it a light yet filling option for your weeknight dinner. Full recipe: Red Pepper Carrot Soup with Couscous

Curried Carrot Ginger Soup

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Chicken noodle soup might be great but this curried carrot ginger soup is what I am making every time someone in the house is under the weather. It takes well under an hour to make, is full of so much flavor, and just the right kick from bold Indian spices. Full recipe: Curried Carrot Ginger Soup

Chicken Noodle Soup

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But of course, there can’t be a soup list without a chicken noodle soup in it! It’s the cure to winter blues, sickness, and all heartaches! My version won’t take hours to make, is full of hearty veggies, tender chicken, and a delicious broth so that it tastes just as delicious. Full recipe: Chicken Noodle Soup

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