• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Bitz & Giggles
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipe Index
  • Holidays
  • DIY & Cleaning
  • Shop
  • About
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipe Index
    • Holidays
    • DIY & Cleaning
    • Shop
    • About
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Ninja Foodi

    Ninja Foodi Cheesy Cauliflower Soup

    Posted: Sep 24, 2021 · Updated: May 24, 2024 by Sara · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Ninja Foodi Cheesy Cauliflower Soup - A rich, creamy and delicious soup loaded with cauliflower and grated cheese made right in the Ninja Foodi pressure cooker.

    Want to Save This Recipe?

    Enter your email below & we'll send it to your inbox. Plus get great new recipes from us every week!


    This post may include affiliate links. Please see my disclosure.

    As we say goodbye to summer and the cooler days roll in, this cheesy cauliflower soup is sure to warm the soul. It’s one of my favorite soups because it’s packed with veggies, protein, and is perfectly cheesy and delicious. 

    The best thing about this recipe is that you can make it in a flash - only 8 minutes of pressure cooking time in the Ninja Foodi!

    HOW TO MAKE CAULIFLOWER SOUP IN THE NINJA FOODI

    To make this creamy, cheesy soup, you'll need:

    • Cauliflower florets
    • Garlic cloves
    • Yellow onion
    • Chicken broth
    • Salt & pepper
    • Cream cheese
    • Cheddar cheese

    Most of the ingredients you may already have right in your fridge and pantry. So, gather them up and let’s get started!

    Ingredients for cauliflower soup

    First, place your cauliflower, garlic, salt, pepper and chicken broth into your Ninja Foodi cooking pot. 

    pouring chicken broth into Ninja Foodi cooking pot filled with cauliflower

    Seal the lid and set your pressure cooker on high pressure for 8 minutes. 

    When the time is up, you can go ahead and do a quick release to release the pressure immediately. If you find the soup spews out the release valve, you can allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes and then do a quick release. 

    Next, add in your cream cheese and sharp cheddar cheese. 

    Cauliflower, cheese and cream cheese in Ninja Foodi cooking pot

    Mix everything together with a potato masher until desired consistency. I like to keep some chunks in the soup to give it some texture.

    If you'd like a smoother consistency, keep mashing.😉

    ladle with cheesy cauliflower soup

    Then, you're ready to serve and enjoy!

    Bowl of cauliflower soup in front of Ninja Foodi

    HOW CAN I GET THE LUMPS OUT OF SOUP?

    As I mentioned before, I like this soup a little lumpy to add some texture. If you would rather it be smoother, keep mashing or use a handheld immersion blender to remove the larger "lumps."

    bowl of cheesy cauliflower soup garnished with shredded cheese and green onions

    WHAT'S THE EASIEST WAY TO THICKEN CAULIFLOWER SOUP?

    I've never had a problem with this soup being too thin, but if you'd like it thicker you can create a slurry (1 part cornstarch to 2 parts water) to thicken it up.

    Aerial view of cauliflower soup

    HOW DO YOU STORE LEFTOVER CAULIFLOWER SOUP?

    You can store your leftover soup in a storage container in the refrigerator for about 4 days. If you don’t have a bowl with a lid, make sure you cover it with either aluminum foil or plastic wrap.

    white bowl of cauliflower soup with cheese and onions

    CAN YOU FREEZE CAULIFLOWER SOUP?

    Absolutely! In fact, this is one of my favorite freezer meals. Let your soup cool completely and transfer it to a large freezer bag or freezer-safe storage containers.

    Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat your soup, let it defrost overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it in a saucepan.

    bowl of cauliflower soup with spoon

    LOOKING FOR MORE RECIPES TO TRY IN YOUR NINJA FOODI?

    • Burgers
    • Egg Bites
    • Fall Apart Ham
    • Roasted Chicken 
    • Lobster Tails
    • Confetti Cake
    • Apple Cider
    white bowl of cauliflower soup with cheese and onions

    Ninja Foodi Cheesy Cauliflower Soup

    A rich, creamy and delicious soup loaded with cauliflower and grated cheese made right in the Ninja Foodi pressure cooker.
    No ratings yet
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 25 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 199kcal
    Author: Sara
    adjust servings: 6 servings

    Ingredients

    • 2.5 pounds cauliflower florets (about 2 heads)
    • 8 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
    • ½ yellow onion (chopped)
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon pepper
    • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
    • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (grated)

    Instructions

    • Place cauliflower florets, garlic, onions, chicken broth, salt, and pepper in the Foodi cooking pot.
    • Cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 8 minutes. Quick release.
    • Add cream cheese and shredded cheese.
    • Using a potato masher, mix everything together until cheese is melted.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • The more you mash your cauliflower, the smoother the consistency. I like to leave in some chunks for texture. 
    • If your soup is too thin, add in a bit of a slurry. 
    • Store this recipe in an airtight container for up to four days in the fridge. 
    • This is a great freezer meal! It will keep in the freezer for up to three months. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 588mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 525IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this Recipe? Pin it for Later!Mention @BitzNGiggles or tag #bitzngiggles!
    77 shares

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Sara Zenner, blogger at Bitz N Giggles

    welcome!

    Hey, I’m Sara!

     Born and raised in Wisconsin, where family and fun are at the heart of it all - I inherited a deep appreciation for home cooking and family traditions. I’m all about quick and easy recipes, tidying up, and laid back “up north” living.

    Read more!

    Popular Recipes

    • A piece of Poor Man’s Lobster showcasing the flaky, buttery cod fillet served with broccoli and lemon.
      Poor Man's Lobster
    • A green cocktail garnished with pineapple and a cherry.
      Green Hawaiian Cocktail
    • California Blend Vegetable Casserole
    • Air fryer corn on the cob on serving dish with butter.
      Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
    • No Bake Cherry Dump Cake - An easy, no-bake cherry trifle dessert with layers of angel food cake, sour cream, pudding, cherry pie filling and whipped topping.
      No Bake Cherry Dump Cake
    • Pouring caramel sauce over salted caramel kentucky butter cake.
      Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake Recipe

    Thanksgiving Recipes

    • A heaping plate filled with colorful veggie casserole.
      Veggie Casserole Recipe
    • Piece of apple pie with ice cream on a white plate.
      Sheet Pan Apple Pie
    • A bowl of soup filled with carrots, potatoes and turkey
      Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe
    • side view of a piece of pumpkin pie
      Praline Pumpkin Pie
    • piece of pumpkin poke cake garnished with cinnamon
      Pumpkin Poke Cake
    • stack of stuffing balls on a white platter
      Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls

    Footer

    Featured on:

    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Accessibility Policy
    • ↑ back to top
    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest

    Copyright © 2025 - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required