The quickest Ricotta Gnocchi
This Ricotta Gnocchi recipe is truly super quick and easy to make. You can whip them up in as little as 10 minutes. These are the top reasons why we adore them:
- they are soft as a cloud and perfect for a variety of dishes
- made with four ingredients
- cooked in less than 5 minutes
- kids and adults love them
- feel free to freeze them
- made in one bowl only without any electric devices
What to serve with Ricotta Gnocchi
These homemade Ricotta Gnocchi are perfect with a variety of vegetarian and meat main dishes. You can serve them with your favorite cream sauce, or you can serve them with one of our favorite dishes:
- Creamy Chicken with Asparagus
- Thin Sliced Round Steak with Sauce
- Creamy Mushroom Chicken
- Hungarian Goulash
Storing and freezing
These Ricotta Gnocchi keep well. We can easily make them ahead and freeze them for later. This way, we can have them ready for any day of the week or special occasions.
Keep the cooked gnocchi in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Before serving, reheat.
We can freeze the uncooked Ricotta Gnocchi too. Place them on a baking sheet in the freezer to freeze. Once completely frozen, transfer to a plastic bag. Keep in the freezer for up to 2 months. Cook them for three minutes longer while they are still frozen.
How to make Ricotta Gnocchi at home (video)
Check this quick video to master this Ricotta Gnocchi recipe at home.
Try these homemade gnocchi recipes
- Potato Gnocchi
- Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi
- Gnocchi with Cherry Tomatoes
- Chicken Pumpkin Gnocchi with Peas and Carrots
- Ricotta Gnudi with Pancetta and Asparagus
METHOD
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gnocchi dough
Combine ricotta, semolina flour, eggs, and Pecorino Romano cheese in a bowl. Knead into a smooth dough. Divide the dough into four parts. Shape each piece into a 2 cm / 1-inch thick rope. Cut into gnocchi. Optionally, use a fork to create a pattern in each gnocchi.
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cook
Cook the ricotta gnocchi. Place a pot of salted water over high heat. Bring to a boil, then carefully add the gnocchi. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes or until the gnocchi is cooked and floats on top. Serve with your favorite sauce or main dish.
