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Delicious Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe for Home Cooks

Sweet Potato Gnocchi made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 ½ to 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • For serving: sage leaves and butter to taste

Instructions

  • Bake the sweet potatoes until tender.
  • Scoop out the flesh and allow it to cool briefly.
  • Mix the sweet potato with flour, egg, and salt.
  • Divide the dough and roll into ropes.
  • Cut and shape the gnocchi pieces.
  • Cook the gnocchi in boiling water.
  • Prepare the butter and sage sauce.
  • Combine the gnocchi with the sauce and serve.