Deliciously pillowy and tender, the gnocchi really makes each bite of this Gnocchi Pizza Bake a dream!
Gnocchi Pizza Bake
I adore gnocchi. I once tried making it from scratch, made a mess, and still went back for a second attempt—such is the pull of those tender potato dumplings. If you’d rather skip the homemade effort, this quick pizza-inspired gnocchi bake uses store-bought potato gnocchi and doesn’t require pre-boiling. From prep to table it takes about 30 minutes, making it an easy, comforting weeknight meal.
What You’ll Need To Make This Gnocchi Pizza Bake
Equipment:
- 9×9 baking dish
- tin foil
Ingredients:
- pasta sauce (a sweet basil sauce works well)
- shredded mozzarella cheese
- baby spinach
- pepperoni
- potato gnocchi (store-bought)
How To Make This Easy Gnocchi Pizza Bake
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a 9×9 baking dish, spread a thin layer of pasta sauce across the bottom. Add a layer of shredded mozzarella, followed by baby spinach and a layer of pepperoni.
3. Scatter the potato gnocchi evenly over the layers, pour the remaining pasta sauce on top, then add more pepperoni and another generous layer of mozzarella. Finish with a few additional pepperoni slices if you like.
4. Cover the dish with foil and bake on the middle rack for 15 minutes.
5. Remove the foil and broil for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the pepperoni edges are crisp to your liking. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.
6. Let the bake rest a few minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Ways To Change Up This Recipe
- Try different pasta sauces: mushroom, roasted garlic, or spicy arrabbiata.
- Swap or mix cheeses: cheddar, parmesan, provolone, or a sprinkle of feta or goat cheese for tang.
- Add vegetables or other toppings: mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, or cooked sausage for variety.
Recipe
Gnocchi Pizza Bake
Ingredients
- 650 milliliters pasta sauce
- 320 grams shredded mozzarella cheese, or more
- 1 to 2 cups baby spinach
- 48 pepperoni slices
- 500 grams potato gnocchi
Instructions
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Heat oven to 400F.
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In a 9×9 baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce across the bottom. Layer shredded mozzarella, baby spinach, and pepperoni, then add the gnocchi. Pour the remaining sauce over the gnocchi and top with more pepperoni and mozzarella.
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Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes on the middle rack.
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Remove the foil and broil 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pepperoni is crisp to your preference.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrates: 44g
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Protein: 24g
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Fat: 24g
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Saturated Fat: 12g
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