Pumpkin Gnocchi with Brown Butter Recipe

This Pumpkin Gnocchi with Brown Butter is a warm and comforting autumn dish that feels both rustic and elegant. Homemade pumpkin gnocchi are soft and pillowy, flavored with pumpkin puree and Parmesan. They’re lightly boiled, then tossed in a nutty brown butter sauce with crispy sage leaves. The combination of earthy pumpkin, rich butter, and aromatic herbs makes this a perfect dish for Halloween dinners, cozy fall nights, or festive holiday gatherings. Serve it with freshly grated Parmesan and crusty bread for a seasonal meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Pumpkin Gnocchi with Brown Butter Recipe

Pumpkin Gnocchi with Brown Butter is a cozy fall pasta dish featuring pillowy pumpkin gnocchi tossed in nutty brown butter with sage.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Cuisine: American

Calories: 380

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Gnocchi:
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 2 –2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour as needed
• For the Brown Butter Sauce:
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 –10 fresh sage leaves
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan for garnish
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Method

 

1. In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, egg, Parmesan, salt, and nutmeg. Stir in flour gradually until a soft dough forms.
2. Turn dough onto a floured surface and divide into 4 portions. Roll each into a rope and cut into 1-inch pieces.
3. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook gnocchi in batches until they float (2–3 minutes). Remove with slotted spoon.
4. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty. Add sage leaves and crisp them.
5. Toss cooked gnocchi in the brown butter sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve with extra Parmesan on top.

Notes

• Use canned pumpkin puree for ease or roasted pumpkin for richer flavor.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth.
• Works as a side dish or main course.