This spicy jalapeño bean soup is like a warm hug with a little kick. It’s hearty, flavourful, and just the thing to brighten up a cold day. The jalapeños bring the heat, while the beans make it filling and satisfying. Plus, it’s wonderfully easy to make! Whether you’re craving something bold or just want to shake up your usual soup routine, this one’s worth a try.
Servings
Total
30 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Contains
soy
Free from
peanut
tree nut
sesame
gluten
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I didn’t like the combination of textures in soup form. Which is odd because I like all the separate ingredients. Just personal preference for me 😬
PUL Team - Jan. 16, 2026, 1:30 a.m.
Aw we're sad to hear this, Louise, although we appreciate the honest feedback! Hope you enjoy some of our other recipes more 🤗
rupi - Jan. 8, 2026, 5:05 p.m.
Any substitute for the cream cheese?
PUL Team - Jan. 8, 2026, 11:55 p.m.
Heyy Rupi! Hmm if you don’t have vegan cream cheese, a splash of full-fat coconut milk could keep it nice and creamy if you're okay with a slight coconut taste. Or perhaps you could blend some soaked cashews with a bit of water and lemon for a similar richness. Let us know if you test out either 🤗
Kate - Dec. 9, 2025, 7:52 a.m.
This is a winner! We’ll definitely make this one again. We skipped the bacon bits (didn’t have them) and ended up using about 3/4 of the cream cheese, and it was perfect. It wasn’t too spicy. Make sure to top this with cilantro and tortilla chips for a delicious & satisfying dinner - yum!
Klaudia - Dec. 6, 2025, 1:51 p.m.
Delicious and simple to make!
Wilma - Nov. 24, 2025, 1:40 p.m.
Easy and delicious recipe! Definitely going to make this again. The cream cheese balanced the spicyness out perfectly. I used crispy fried onions as a substitute for the vegan bacon bits, saves washing a pan and already had it in my pantry.
PUL Team - Nov. 24, 2025, 3:10 p.m.
Ouuu love the idea of using crispy fried onions! So glad that the soup was enjoyed, Wilma ☺️
Martunia - Nov. 21, 2025, 7:14 p.m.
What a treat! And the baked tortilla strips are such a great idea!
Jonathan - Nov. 20, 2025, 9:53 p.m.
Delicious and satisfying soup. I was lazy so I swapped the tortilla strips with crumbled tortilla chips and it worked out really well :-)
PUL Team - Nov. 21, 2025, 12:16 a.m.
Hmm a lovely idea, Jonathan, and so glad the soup was enjoyed ☺️
What others say
I didn’t like the combination of textures in soup form. Which is odd because I like all the separate ingredients. Just personal preference for me 😬
Any substitute for the cream cheese?
This is a winner! We’ll definitely make this one again. We skipped the bacon bits (didn’t have them) and ended up using about 3/4 of the cream cheese, and it was perfect. It wasn’t too spicy. Make sure to top this with cilantro and tortilla chips for a delicious & satisfying dinner - yum!
Delicious and simple to make!
Easy and delicious recipe! Definitely going to make this again. The cream cheese balanced the spicyness out perfectly. I used crispy fried onions as a substitute for the vegan bacon bits, saves washing a pan and already had it in my pantry.
What a treat! And the baked tortilla strips are such a great idea!
Delicious and satisfying soup. I was lazy so I swapped the tortilla strips with crumbled tortilla chips and it worked out really well :-)