Find easy, delicious, and nutrient-rich recipes for soup for kids—including babies, toddlers, and their grown ups. With kid-friendly flavors and parent-friendly cooking methods…including storage and freezing tips to make sure you use what you make.
Whenever the weather turns chilly, we start our routine of “soup Sundays” (which is exactly what it sounds like) and I so love working through a variety of soups to share with the kids.
These easy recipes are perfect soups for babies and toddlers as they are full of bright, kid-friendly flavors, have easy cooking methods, and are designed to be enjoyed by the rest of the family too.
The soups here are either on the thicker side with less broth—so they’re a little easier for kids to eat with a spoon or their fingers—or they’re pureed. Pureed soups can be served from a little cup too as well as a reusable pouch, or of course in a bowl.
Soups are a nutritious and comforting option for babies and young children, especially during periods of illness or lack of appetite. Their soft, easily digestible texture makes them ideal for little ones who may have difficulty chewing or swallowing solid foods.
Chicken and Stars Soup
With comforting flavors and a bright hit of fresh lemon juice, this recipe is both easy and delicious.
Cook up this cozy Alphabet Soup recipe the next time you want an easy meal that’s also fun! ABC pasta is a perfect addition to this kid-friendly soup—and you can tailor the veggies to the likes (or dislikes!) of your own kiddos. It’s so versatile!
(This is one of the best soups for picky eaters that we’ve found!)
With just a few ingredients and a super simple method, this comforting soup is a fast meal to share with the kids.
With an easy cooking method—with minimal chopping and less than 30 minutes start to finish—this Minestrone baby soup (that big kids will love too!) is a favorite comfort food meal to share. It’s easy to adjust for allergies as needed and it is packed with yummy flavor.
Chicken Soup for Kids
There’s nothing like a bowl of cozy, comforting Chicken Noodle Soup—especially when it’s one that’s easy to make in about 30 minutes. This version is quick to make and is one of our one of our very favorite soups for kids…and family dinners to share.
This cozy Macaroni Soup is an easy and flavorful family meal—and so yummy with tomato, beef, and loads of veggies. I love to make this with elbow macaroni.
This is a veggie-filled, easy soup that can be made with homemade meatballs or frozen ones.
You guys, if you’re wanting to get your kids into soup, this Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe is such a good one to try! It’s packed with plant-based protein and fiber, sure, but it’s so super delish and cheesy. Plus, it’s a great family meal alongside crackers or muffins AND it also freezes wonderfully. Win, win, win!
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FAQ
Can a toddler eat soup?
Are soups good for children?
Can a 1 year old eat chicken noodle soup?
What food should be given to kids?
Each phase of a child’s life presents a nutritional need, and in the first cycle, when babies are breastfed, breast milk during the first six months of life. After this period, food introduction begins.
Are there healthy soups for kids?
22 healthy soups for kids that will have even the pickiest eater asking for seconds. Delight your kids with these tasty, child-friendly recipes. All these soups are super easy to make and great for leftovers. Includes a devious mom hack to disguise vegetables your kids refuse to eat. My boys were the definition of picky eaters.
Which soup is best for babies?
Pureed soups are a perfect texture for babies. Favorite options include Butternut Squash Apple Soup, Roasted Carrot Soup, Black Bean Soup, and Red Lentil Sweet Potato Soup. For babies eating finger foods, try Alphabet Soup or Minestrone Baby Soup.