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Baked Pumpkin Gnocchi with Thyme and Parmesan

Baked Pumpkin Gnocchi with Thyme and Parmesan Love

Baked Pumpkin Gnocchi with Thyme and Parmesan combines savory and sweet flavors for a comforting vegetarian dish that's easy to prepare.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi Bake
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free option
  • 24 ounces Store-bought Potato Gnocchi Homemade enhances freshness
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Substitute canned pumpkin purée if fresh isn't available
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can be replaced with yellow or white onion
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Thyme Leaves Use dried thyme if fresh isn't available, reduce amount to half
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Omit for vegan option, add cornstarch to maintain thickness
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half or coconut milk alternative for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Substitute with gouda for a nuttier flavor
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast can be used for dairy-free alternative
Optional Topping
  • 0.5 cup Extra Mozzarella Sprinkle more on before baking for added indulgence
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Use as a garnish just before serving

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 390ºF (200ºC) and grease a 13-inch round baking dish with butter or olive oil.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil and cook the store-bought potato gnocchi according to package instructions, usually around 2-3 minutes until they float.
  3. Peel the pumpkin and slice it thinly, no thicker than 0.2 inches, and ensure each slice is about twice the length of the gnocchi.
  4. Slice the red onion into half-moon shapes and set aside.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked gnocchi, sliced pumpkin, onion, olive oil, and fresh thyme leaves. Gently toss to combine.
  6. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, and half of the shredded mozzarella until smooth, then pour over the gnocchi mixture.
  7. Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the top. Bake for 40 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Slice pumpkin carefully for even cooking, and feel free to experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor.

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