Vegan One-Pot Loaded Potato Soup with Coconut Bacon
by Olivia Biermann
on Oct 28, 2017 (updated Jan 14, 2026)
This creamy vegan potato soup with smoky coconut bacon is built for slow weekend meals and second servings. Silky potatoes are blended into a rich, dairy-free base, then finished with savoury crispy coconut bacon and vegan cheddar cheese. The best part is, it doesn’t feel heavy. packed with bold flavour and classic comfort vibes, it’s the kind of one-pot soup you’ll crave on cold nights and it only takes 25 minutes to make!
I’ve spent a solid chunk of my life chasing comfort, especially when it comes to food. Soup just so happens to be the ultimate comfort food and you’ll have a hard time changing my mind. My go-to creamy potato soup didn’t just come from a Pinterest board. Cold nights, busy weekday schedules and a love for all things soup is what turned it into one of our many top tier soup and stew recipes. I mean, we live in a northern climate, what else did you expect!
I’ve made this creamy soup more times than I can count, adjusting it every time until it became something that took little to no effort, and felt truly indulgent. That’s the perfect sweet spot for me!
Made for real life, not just a photoshoot
I made this loaded soup recipe the way I make any. Tried and tested, with comfort ingredients that are actually attainable. No shortcuts and no fuss ingredients that belong in the pot. Here’s what stands out to me:
- An easy one-pot meal I love to make because the last thing anyone wants after a long day is having to wash a bunch of dishes. My vegan potato soup comes together in one large pot and is as quick to make as it is quick to clean up.
- Smaller portion size help me when i’m cooking for a smaller family or just for myself. It makes 2-3 servings, depending on the person!
- Equally delicious the next day is what I always hear, and The best thing about vegan soup recipes is they reheat so well. Just like my Vegan Potato Leek Soup, this vegan potato soup will keep for a few days and you’ll enjoy it just as much!
No need to rush the taste test
The single most overlooked improvement comes from simply waiting to taste my loaded potato soup recipe. It’s a simple fix, but letting the flavours rest and cool before taking that first sip improves the flavour tremendously… if you’ve got the patience.
A soup you’ll leave the table thinking about
Potato soup has a reputation, and I’ve never agreed with it. Somewhere along the way it got labeled bland, one-note and texturally on the flatter end of the soup spectrum. Those days are over with the introduction of this vegan soup built with layers of spice, and enough texture to keep me thinking about it week after week. This is how I do it:
- Leave some texture for contrast by optionally using an immersion blender, or pulse to blend the soup to make sure it doesn’t get too smooth.
- I add the toppings directly before serving to keep an optimal textured crunch.
- A small, optional hit of acidity can take it to the next level. I love a splash of lime juice on just about anything.
Practical tips for comfort food
What I learned after testing this recipe is that the sequence of adding ingredients matters more than you think. I used to think if it’s in a pot, blended in the end it will all taste the same no matter the order your ingredients are added.
A few things that I always keep in mind is to cook the onions and garlic until fully soft fragrant to create a savoury foundation. I also love to let the liquids warm in the pot briefly (I’m looking at you vegetable broth), to fully bloom before adding the thickeners.
Don’t forget to taste quickly after blending to adjust for acidity and salt. I always add more than I think is needed. I found that potatoes dull the flavour more than you think!
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Vegan One-Pot Loaded Potato Soup with Coconut Bacon
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: soups & stews
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This creamy vegan potato soup with smoky coconut bacon is built for slow weekend meals and second servings. Silky potatoes are blended intoa rich, dairy-free base, then finished with savoury crispy coconut bacon and vegan cheddar cheese. The best part is, it doesn’t feel heavy. packed with bold flavour and classic comfort vibes, it’s the kind of one-pot soup you’ll crave on cold nights and it only takes 25 minutes to make!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups non-dairy milk
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup veggie broth (as needed)
- salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp vegan sour cream/ vegan cream cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
- vegan cheddar cheese, coconut bacon, green onion for topping
Instructions
- Start by making a roux: In a large soup pot, add the butter. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine.
- Slowly add non-dairy milk, stirring as you pour, allowing the mixture to thicken as you go while remaining smooth. Then add the smoked paprika, garlic powder and onion powder to incorporate. Set aside.
- Add potatoes and bring to a boil. If your soup base appears too thick, add up to 1 cup of vegetable stock. Continue to cook until the potatoes are fork tender and the soup is thick and creamy (about 10 minutes).
- Spoon in vegan cream cheese or vegan sour cream. I typically use a store-bought version, but there are tons of homemade versions online.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and green onions. Give it one more stir until well combined.
- Serve. This vegan potato soup is delicious served with some of my favorite toppings like vegan cheese shreds, coconut bacon or alternative vegan bacon bits, and extra green onion.
I’ve made this recipe countless time since 2017, i love it. I usually add brocoli and white beans, but it’s so easily customisable, you can add anything you want. I used to season it with a couscous spice blend, but curry powder works fine, or even italian seasoning. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I wanted to tell you that your work is important, even your past videos are still useful and cherished.
Bisous from france
Thank you so much Sarah! That means the world!