Description
A cozy and heartwarming recipe for homemade pumpkin gnocchi that is simple to make and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pumpkin: If you’re using fresh pumpkin, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the pumpkin in half, scoop out the seeds, and place it cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Once cool, scoop out the flesh and mash it until smooth. For canned pumpkin, you can skip this step!
- Make the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, egg, salt, nutmeg, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a fork or your hands until a dough forms. The amount of flour may vary based on the moisture content of your pumpkin, so add it slowly.
- Knead the dough: Lightly flour your working surface and transfer the dough onto it. Knead gently for about 1-2 minutes until smooth. Be careful not to over-knead, or your gnocchi might end up tough!
- Shape the gnocchi: Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about ½ inch in diameter. Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces.
- Cook the gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Carefully drop the gnocchi into the pot and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface.
- Add your sauce (optional): Toss gnocchi in a sage butter sauce or serve with marinara, Alfredo, or your favorite sauce!
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different sauces for a unique twist on this dish!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin gnocchi, homemade gnocchi, pumpkin recipe, Italian recipe, fall comfort food