Discover how to make gluten-free chestnut gnocchi with this easy Italian recipe, perfect for autumn flavors.

Gluten-Free Chestnut Gnocchi

Love gnocchi but looking for a wheat-free alternative suitable for those with celiac disease? Try gluten-free chestnut gnocchi, perfect for creating hearty, flavorful, and wholesome first courses! This variant of ricotta gnocchi is enriched with chestnut flour, giving the dough a delicate taste with a subtle nutty aftertaste.

To enhance the natural sweetness of these soft gluten-free gnocchi, you can choose a simple dressing of butter and sage or a more autumn-inspired option, like the recipe for chestnut gnocchi with pumpkin and speck. The chestnut gnocchi are also fantastic paired with sautéed mushrooms or a creamy cheese fondue… Let your imagination run wild and tell us how you served your gluten-free chestnut gnocchi!

Explore other gluten-free gnocchi variants:

• Gluten-Free Potato Gnocchi
• Chickpea Flour Gnocchi
• Buckwheat Gnocchi

Ingredients

• 300g chestnut flour
• 200g ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine chestnut flour, ricotta cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt.
2. Knead the mixture gently until a smooth dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into small portions and roll each piece into long ropes about 1 cm thick.
4. Cut the ropes into small pieces, about 2 cm long, to form the gnocchi.
5. If desired, mark each gnocchi with a fork to create ridges.
6. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Remove with a slotted spoon and dress with your preferred sauce, such as sage and butter or a creamy cheese sauce.

Total Time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian