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    Home » Soup Recipes » Keto Mushroom Soup Recipe - Instant Pot or Stovetop

    Keto Mushroom Soup Recipe - Instant Pot or Stovetop

    Published: Oct 25, 2019 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Dec 18, 2022 · 1001 words. · About 6 minutes to read this article.

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    Two photos of mushroom soup with the text "Keto Mushroom Soup" in the center.

    I am wild about mushrooms, and this Keto Mushroom Soup is such a treat. Rich and creamy, this is a soup that works great for a light meal, or you can make the "condensed" version to use it in casseroles. Either way, I think you will agree that it is downright delicious.

    Overhead photo of a bowl of Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup garnished with thyme on a wooden cutting board.

    I must confess that I haven't always loved soup.

    Maybe it is the whole living in Florida thing. Warm weather most of the year doesn't exactly scream soup.

    Or maybe it is just that I never had the RIGHT soups.

    Since I started following a low carb and keto diet, I find myself craving soup all the time. There is something magical about a rich and creamy bowl of goodness.

    My latest obsession is this Keto Mushroom Soup.

    Truth be told, when I originally made it, I planned on pureeing it. But then I tried it, and I knew I had to leave it as it was. This recipe is pure bliss, and I think you will agree - this one is a keeper. Cold weather not required.

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    How to Make Keto Mushroom Soup

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    1 First, melt your butter in a large sauce pan.  Add your mushrooms, onions, garlic, and thyme.  Cook for about 7 minutes, or until the mushrooms have released most of their liquid.

    Overhead photo of a pot sitting on a wooden cutting board with the ingredients for mushroom soup in it.

    2 Next, add the chicken broth and cream cheese.  Cook until the cream cheese melts.

    3 Finally, stir in heavy cream and season to taste with salt and pepper.

    Instant Pot Mushroom Soup

    Overhead photo of mushrooms, onions, and thyme in an Instant Pot.

    First, set your Instant Pot to saute and add the butter. When melted, add the mushrooms, onions, garlic, and thyme. Cook for 6 minutes.

    Next, add the broth and season to and season to taste with salt and pepper.

    Seal your pressure cooker and set the pressure to high. Cook for 4 minutes.

    Allow the pressure to release naturally, and then do a quick release.

    Return the Instant Pot to saute and add in the cream cheese. Cook until melted. Turn the temperature to warm and add in the heavy cream.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are mushrooms good for keto?

    Yes! Mushrooms are an excellent option for keto! A one-cup serving of sliced mushrooms (70g) has 2.3g of carbohydrates and .7g of fiber. So just 1.6 grams of carbs per serving.

    Additionally, mushrooms are a great source of B vitamins, vitamin D, and they contain immune-stimulating properties.

    What kind of mushrooms should I use for this recipe?

    With more than 300 edible mushroom varieties, there are certainly a lot of options! I've made this with both baby Bella's and white mushrooms, and both were great.

    Buying Mushrooms

    Many times you can find pre-sliced mushrooms, and if time is of concern, that is certainly an option. I prefer to buy loose mushrooms so that I can inspect them. Mushrooms should feel moderately damp but should not be slimy. The texture should be springy, and the smell sweet and earthy.

    Storing Mushrooms

    Because they contain a lot of moisture, mushrooms are very perishable. Store them in a partially open zip-top bag, or keep them in their original container. Once the box is open, cover it with plastic wrap. Don't cover with a paper towel or store in a paper bag.

    Washing Mushrooms

    Most experts agree that the best way to clean mushrooms is a clean, dry brush. A toothbrush kept explicitly for this purpose works great. Washing them can cause discoloration, but this isn't a huge issue when they are going to be cooked. If you do decide to wash them, place them in a salad spinner to dry so that they don't hold on to excess moisture.

    Close up overhead photo of Keto Cream of Mushroom soup in a white bowl garnished with thyme.

    Variations for This Recipe

    • For condensed soup, reduce the broth to ¾ of a cup and the heavy cream to ½ cup.
    • Add 2 teaspoons hot paprika.
    • Add 1 teaspoon dried dill.
    • Add 2 tablespoons coconut aminos.

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    I love this Keto Cream Mushroom Soup. Everything about it works for me. Earthy mushrooms balance the richness of the garlicky, creamy liquid. This recipe will become a cold-weather kitchen staple.

    Square photo of Overhead photo of a bowl of Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup garnished with thyme on a wooden cutting board.
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    5 from 24 votes

    Keto Mushroom Soup Recipe

    This Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup is pure comfort food, and also works as a substitute for canned soup in many recipes. When eating it as a meal, I like to drizzle it with a touch of garlic oil and serve it with a chaffle or other keto-friendly bread.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time23 mins
    Total Time33 mins
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Soup
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 281kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi
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    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup butter
    • 12 ounces mushrooms sliced
    • ½ cup chopped onion
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
    • 4 cups chicken bone broth or regular broth
    • 3 ounces cream cheese
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 cup heavy cream

    Instructions

    Stove Top

    • Melt butter in a large saucepan
    • Add mushrooms, onions, garlic, and thyme.
    • Cook until the mushrooms have released most of their liquid, about 7 minutes.
    • Add chicken broth and cream cheese to the pan, and cook until the cream cheese melts.
    • Season to taste with salt and pepper, and add heavy cream. Simmer for 15 minutes.

    Instant Pot

    • Set your Instant Pot to low saute and add butter. When the butter melts add the mushrooms, onions, garlic, and thyme. Cook for 6 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Add the chicken broth and place the lid on your Instant Pot. Set pressure to high and the timer to 4 minutes.
    • Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, and then do a quick release.
    • Set the Instant Pot to sauté, and add the cream cheese. Cook, stirring often, until the cream cheese melts.
    • Turn to warm and stir in cream.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 705mg | Potassium: 382mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1065IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

    More Low Carb Soup Recipes to Try:

    • Hamburger Beef Soup is a hearty soup that is loaded with nutrition.
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    Comments

    1. Stacie

      October 31, 2019 at 9:55 pm

      5 stars
      That looks soooo good. I can eat my weight in mushrooms. This is perfect for me! PLUS, that earthy flavor is perfect fro the fall.

      Reply
    2. Nicole

      October 31, 2019 at 10:33 pm

      It’s a raining night here now. I wish I had mushrooms on hand to make this! I will have to stock up on mushrooms tomorrow so I can make this soon!

      Reply
      • Nick

        October 25, 2020 at 5:57 pm

        Sounds great. I think i will add some cooked chicken to it.

        Reply
        • Wendy Polisi

          November 09, 2020 at 11:41 am

          I have done that! So good.

          Reply
      • Laurel

        December 05, 2021 at 1:44 pm

        How long do I need to cook this if I don’t have an InstaPot?

        Reply
        • Wendy Polisi

          December 05, 2021 at 1:47 pm

          Stove top instructions are above the Instant Pot instructions in the recipe card. (It is 15 minutes once everything is added.)

          Reply
    3. Heather

      November 01, 2019 at 12:53 am

      I can't wait to try this recipe. I'm a huge mushroom fan and this sounds like something I'd really enjoy.

      Reply
      • Deb Cormier

        September 16, 2021 at 6:43 pm

        5 stars
        I have made this several times and have it prepped up in my pot right now for later. It is absolutely delicious!!If I have leftover steak, I throw that in with the cream to heat through.

        Reply
    4. Ntensibe Edgar Michael

      November 01, 2019 at 9:13 am

      5 stars
      Nnniiicccceeeeee....I have always loved this dish! Never grows old for me.

      Reply
    5. Wendy @ One Exceptional Life

      November 01, 2019 at 11:35 am

      This mushroom soup sounds amazing. I've never thought of making it myself, but you make it seem so easy. Thanks a lit!

      Reply
    6. joy

      November 01, 2019 at 4:44 pm

      what a beautiful looking soup! i appreciate the note about keeping the mushrooms in a partially open zip lock bag. that's so helpful. thank you.

      Joy at The Joyous Living

      Reply
    7. GiGi Eats

      November 01, 2019 at 6:05 pm

      Those mushrooms are just so HUNKY!!

      Reply
    8. Dreams Abroad

      November 01, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      5 stars
      This Keto Mushroom Soup looks delicious! I will make this for the family in the upcoming week.

      Reply
    9. Emman Damian

      November 01, 2019 at 10:09 pm

      Keto Mushroom Soup Recipe sounds so delicious! Hope I can cook it soon. So good! 🙂

      Reply
    10. Annemarie LeBlanc

      November 01, 2019 at 11:33 pm

      5 stars
      I love mushroom soup! It is just so flavorful and filling. I reach out for a bowl (or two) every time we have it at home. I will try your recipe. It sure looks better than mine!

      Reply
    11. Rosey

      November 02, 2019 at 12:08 am

      This is a pleasant way to take off the chill so many are going through right now. My mom told me there's snow in her forecast. Bet she'd appreciate this mushroom soup.

      Reply
    12. Fatima Torres

      November 02, 2019 at 3:58 am

      5 stars
      My mom would really enjoy this mushroom soup recipe. She's a huge fan of mushrooms.

      Reply
    13. Julie Cao

      November 02, 2019 at 5:21 pm

      This mushroom soup is a great treat for a cold winter day. One of my friend is on keto diet and I will refer your recipe to her.

      Reply
    14. Emily Zielinski

      November 03, 2019 at 12:52 am

      5 stars
      Yum, this looks delicious!! I must make this as we're having some cold weather at the moment.

      Reply
    15. Ruth I

      November 04, 2019 at 11:18 am

      This is a pretty interesting recipe. It isn't that complicated to prepare which is enticing. I am definitely trying this

      Reply
    16. Denise

      November 08, 2019 at 2:11 pm

      This sounds great, can't wait to make it. If I don't have fresh thyme can I use dried and if so how much.

      Reply
    17. Michele

      November 24, 2019 at 12:32 am

      Looks great! Is there a way to make this dairy free?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        November 25, 2019 at 7:49 pm

        You could use non-dairy cream cheese and unsweetened almond milk. It wouldn't be quite as thick so you might want a little xanthan gum to thicken it up. Canned coconut milk is another option if the flavor doesn't bug you.

        Reply
        • Krista

          November 18, 2020 at 1:44 am

          5 stars
          This was sooo good!! Next time I'll add less broth so it will be a little thicker, but the flavor was excellent

          Reply
      • Linda

        May 31, 2022 at 6:35 pm

        5 stars
        I make this soup frequently. I like creamy consistent in the cool months of the year,so I purée the soup. I also add some cumin and coriander to make it a bit. more earthly. And if it’s really cool out I spice it up with green chilies.

        Reply
    18. Yolanda

      January 02, 2020 at 2:00 am

      Can this be made in my instant pot???

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        January 04, 2020 at 5:23 pm

        I haven't tried it, but my guess is yes. That is on my list of things to do. My guess would be to cook it for about 10 minutes, waiting to add the creamy stuff until after it is cooked. I'd do a 10 minutes natural release and then rapid release. Then I would add all the creamy ingredients and saute it for 5 minutes or so.

        Reply
        • Shar

          September 30, 2020 at 9:31 pm

          We made this soup for the first time 3 days ago, and liked it so much that we made it again tonight!! It is wonderful!! Try it, you won't be sorry!

          Reply
          • Wendy Polisi

            October 01, 2020 at 6:02 pm

            I am so glad you enjoyed it!

            Reply
        • Wendy Polisi

          October 01, 2020 at 6:01 pm

          I have tried it and the recipe now includes Instant Pot Instructions.

          Reply
    19. Suzanne

      January 14, 2020 at 5:45 pm

      I made this soup yesterday and it is fantastic. just had a bowl for lunch. I had leftover chicken and threw that in. very, very good.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 05, 2020 at 7:39 pm

        I am glad that you enjoyed it! I bet the addition of chicken was fabulous!

        Reply
    20. Denise

      January 16, 2020 at 6:18 pm

      I have made this soup and love it. Shared with friends and they do also. One friend loves the flavor but likes thicker soups. I looked at the option to make it more condensed but going from 4 cups of broth to 3/4 cups seems a little drastic. How many servings would you actually get and how does it turn out. Also is cutting the heavy cream in half correct also.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 05, 2020 at 7:41 pm

        The more condensed version would be to use in recipes that call for cream of mushroom soup - so not really something to eat as soup.

        I would recommend either adding in a little xanthan gum to thicken, reducing the broth by just a cup, or adding in more cream cheese.

        Reply
    21. MARSHA

      February 05, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      This Soup was the best ever and is now my very Favorite Soup. Homemade Soups so great to make. The house always smells so wonderful.
      I followed your Instructions to a T except I added a little more Mushrooms as to use up the rest in my Fridge It's a quick put togetherMushroom Soup that comes together qickly with minimal effort and time.
      Thank You so much. for this recipe...going back for more Soup now mmmmmmm!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 05, 2020 at 7:39 pm

        I am so glad that you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to let me know.

        Reply
    22. Fitoru Keto

      April 22, 2020 at 7:54 am

      5 stars
      Just by looking at the picture of this recipe really made me so hungry! Can't wait to try this one! Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
    23. Mary

      April 25, 2020 at 3:06 am

      What is a serving size?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        April 26, 2020 at 11:12 am

        It makes six servings.

        Reply
    24. Margit

      April 25, 2020 at 9:31 pm

      I’m just done finished my bowl of your delicious soup! That recipe is going to be used a lot in my house. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        April 26, 2020 at 11:11 am

        So glad that you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    25. Allison

      August 13, 2020 at 9:22 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight for dinner. We loved it!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 14, 2020 at 12:53 pm

        So glad that you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    26. TWynnB

      September 14, 2020 at 4:06 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious!
      I used leek (1) instead of onions. Just what I wanted!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        September 14, 2020 at 5:26 pm

        So glad that you enjoyed it! Love the leek substitution - I will have to try that.

        Reply
    27. Tracy Greenfield

      October 10, 2020 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      I used dried thyme, and Boursin garlic and herbs gournay cheese instead of the cream cheese. And a splash of very dry sherry. It was delicious and I will totally make this again!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        October 12, 2020 at 11:02 am

        So glad that you enjoyed it! Love the substitutions.

        Reply
    28. Kathy Kopp Jakielski

      November 09, 2020 at 4:17 am

      Looks delicious. Can you tell me how many servings this recipe makes?

      Reply
      • Kathy Kopp Jakielski

        November 09, 2020 at 4:20 am

        6

        Reply
    29. Jennifer Starnes

      December 02, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      Made with cilantro in place of thyme and omitted onions due to food allergy - delicious!

      Reply
    30. Alice Rodriguez

      December 15, 2020 at 1:56 pm

      5 stars
      Any subs for dairy?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 02, 2021 at 7:47 pm

        You could try unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk. Not sure about the cream cheese - I have never looked at the carbs in vegan cream cheese.

        Reply
    31. Tania

      January 10, 2021 at 6:37 pm

      I know it yields six cups but I love mushrooms so much, I could eat this whole pot myself!! In order to know how many grams of carbs I’m getting in one serving, I need to know what the serving size is, please.

      Reply
    32. Deb Walker

      January 24, 2021 at 10:21 pm

      5 stars
      I've been looking for a non pureed mushroom soup. Perfect!!!! Thanks so much!!! Just made it tonight and loved it. Only got 3 servings out of it but I do love my soup!!!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        January 25, 2021 at 1:09 pm

        I am so glad that you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    33. Deb Walker

      February 02, 2021 at 7:40 pm

      5 stars
      I made the stove top version last week and I HAD to have it again!!! The best soup I've ever made! Thanks for not pureeing and so much for this recipe. Dinner again tonight!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 02, 2021 at 7:48 pm

        I am so glad that you enjoyed it Deb! Definitely a favorite of mine.

        Reply
    34. Deb

      February 07, 2021 at 3:01 pm

      This recipe is great. I have made it a few times. Last time I added finely chopped celery. It was delicious. I love both ways

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 08, 2021 at 8:32 pm

        Love the addition of celery! I am happy that you like it.

        Reply
    35. Lisa Binion

      March 23, 2021 at 8:24 pm

      5 stars
      This is the perfect recipe for mushroom soup; it is so good I can eat it cold right out of the refrigerator. I make the condensed version in the Instant Pot with extra mushrooms, and I always add an extra ounce of cream cheese. Instead of heavy cream, I use Califia Farms Unsweetened Coffee Creamer with Almond Milk and Coconut Cream. For dinner, I serve the soup on top of spinach with Mozzarella Crisps as a side.

      Reply
    36. DJ

      September 09, 2021 at 3:00 pm

      Are you using red onion?

      Reply
    37. Kristin

      September 14, 2021 at 11:14 pm

      5 stars
      My husband and I loved this soup. My son said it was good until he saw the mushrooms lol. I’m looking forward to trying the condensed version to make greenbean casserole!
      Thank you for the beautiful recipe.

      Reply
    38. Lisa

      September 16, 2021 at 10:08 pm

      I just made this!! It's so delicious !!!!!!!!

      Reply
    39. Jeff

      January 05, 2022 at 4:53 am

      This recipe is great, my wife gave it two thumbs up. I will definitely be making this from now on.

      Reply
    40. Carol

      January 09, 2022 at 10:14 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this and it was fantastic! I did add carrots (not keto) and celery, then instead of chicken stock, I added beef stock. The cream cheese took it to a new level, but I didn't add the cream. Next time I will have to double the batch, because between three of us, we ate the whole pot! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        January 14, 2022 at 1:43 pm

        I am so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    41. Kathie

      February 20, 2022 at 7:01 pm

      5 stars
      Easy, creamy, tasty!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 20, 2022 at 7:04 pm

        I am happy that you liked it!

        Reply
    42. Deanna

      March 27, 2022 at 11:00 pm

      5 stars
      Lovely flavour! I only had 18% cream, not technically heavy, so I added an extra ounce of cream cheese. I also used 1 tsp of rubbed dry thyme in place of fresh. I removed 1/2 cup of the cooked mushroom/onion/garlic mixture and used the emulsion blender just slightly after adding the cream cheese & stock. Added the 1/2 cup mushrooms back in & then the cream. Gave it a good blend of both whole slices & bits & pieces for our tastes. This was easy & delicious, can hardly wait to try it with heavy cream & fresh thyme! Thanks for the recipe - it's gourmet!

      Reply
    43. Tracy

      March 31, 2022 at 2:26 am

      5 stars
      This may be the first time I've added a comment to a recipe, however, this soup was really delicious. I encourage you to try making it. I followed the directions as printed. At the end, I added some leftover chicken. This boosted the protein and made the soup a bit heartier. So good! Very easy.

      Reply
    44. Lilly

      September 17, 2022 at 1:38 am

      5 stars
      Girl, this recipe is amazing! I mean it is right up there with the absolute best keto recipes I've ever made. The only thing I changed is I had to use some olive oil because I didn't have quite enough butter. I also used a bit of glucomannan to thicken it up, which it did very nicely without changing the taste. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        September 17, 2022 at 3:05 pm

        So glad that you enjoyed it - thanks for taking the time to let me know! 🙂

        Reply
    45. Jessica

      December 18, 2022 at 1:41 pm

      Could I add some spinach to this and if so when you I add it? I plan on making this tonight!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        December 18, 2022 at 1:43 pm

        I haven't tried this but it sounds delicious! I would add it in the last few minutes of the mushroom cooking time before you add the broth. Saute it until it wilts and then add the broth.

        Let me know how it goes!

        Reply

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