Creating a bowl of Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Vegetables: In a baking dish, add the halved tomatoes, chopped onion, and garlic cloves.
3. Drizzle with Olive Oil: Pour olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt, pepper, and sugar.
4. Roast: Place the baking dish in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are caramelized and soft.
5. Combine Ingredients: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and transfer them to a large pot. Add the vegetable broth and fresh basil leaves.
6. Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer it in batches to a countertop blender.
7. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream and heat over medium for about 5 minutes, until warmed through.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust with additional salt, pepper, or balsamic vinegar as desired.
9. Serve Hot: Pour into bowls and garnish with additional fresh basil, a swirl of cream, or croutons if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup with ease.