Ricotta Gnocchi
Feb 08, 2026 01:27 PM
My easy homemade Ricotta Gnocchi makes for a protein-packed dinner the whole family will love! They are so much easier than traditional gnocchi because you don’t have to fuss with potatoes. Gnocchi made with ricotta cheese are light and fluffy. Finishing these in bacon butter is optional, but it adds flavor and irresistibly crisp edges.
My ricotta gnocchi recipe comes together quickly and can be made ahead or frozen, so they are always ready when I have a hankering. Homemade ricotta gnocchi sound so fancy, but they are truly so simple!
This is easier than my 5-star potato Gnocchi recipe (since you don’t have to peel potatoes), and served like my mom’s famous Pierogi, this ricotta gnocchi recipe is a family favorite.
My kids gobble up these ricotta gnocchi, which makes them a favorite in our family. They are easy to make, and then I take it a step further by sautéing the gnocchi in bacon drippings and butter for a light texture, savory flavor, and a crispy edge. It’s optional, but I highly recommend it!
Ingredients:
- 15 oz ricotta whole milk
- 1 egg plus 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt, plus more salt to salt water
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 4 oz bacon
- 3 Tbsp butter
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
60 minutes
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