Easy 4 Ingredient Gnocchi Bake
This Easy 4 Ingredient Gnocchi Bake is everything a weeknight dinner should be - quick, comforting and completely fuss-free. With just a few simple ingredients (gnocchi, sugo, cream and cheese), you can have a bubbling, golden bake on the table in 30 minutes.
It’s the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again - no chopping, no fancy steps, just simple, hearty flavours everyone loves. My family adores this one and it’s especially perfect for Meat-Free Mondays or nights when you need something delicious with minimal effort.
It’s also a great one to hand over to the teens or young adults in your family - so easy they can cook it themselves (and actually enjoy doing it!).
Serve it straight from the oven with a green salad or garlic bread and watch it disappear fast.
✨ 4 ingredients. 30 minutes. Zero fuss.
4-Ingredient Baked Gnocchi
With just four simple ingredients, this cheesy, comforting dish is ready in 30 minutes - perfect for busy nights when you need something quick, hearty and family-approved.
Ingredients
- 2 x 400g bags fresh potato gnocchi (from the fridge section)
- 2 x 500g bottles tomato and basil sugo
- ¼ cup cream (optional, for extra richness)
- 2 cups grated cheese (mozzarella, colby or a tasty blend)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Lightly grease a large 9 x 13 inch (or similar) baking dish.
- Add the gnocchi to the dish, then pour over the sugo and cream (if using). Stir gently to coat everything evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly and golden and the gnocchi is soft and cooked through.
- Serve hot, straight from the oven. Pair with a side salad or garlic bread if you like.
Notes
Top Tips:
- 💚 Boost the veg – Add a few handfuls of baby spinach or chopped fresh basil before baking.
- 🐔 Add protein – For a non-vegetarian twist, stir in shredded barbecue chicken or chopped cooked bacon.
- 🧀 Cheese options – Mozzarella works best for that gooey top, but feel free to mix in cheddar, colby or parmesan.
🥶 Storage:
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat until piping hot or enjoy cold the next day.
- Freezer: Not ideal for freezing once baked, as the texture of gnocchi may become too soft.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
523Fat
21 gSat. Fat
11 gCarbs
66 gFiber
8 gNet carbs
57 gSugar
12 gProtein
17 gSodium
1328 mgCholesterol
49 mgThe nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.
