Cinnamon Butter Gnocchi: Carnival Recipe from Veneto
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
481 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Cinnamon Butter Gnocchi: Carnival Recipe from Veneto
Description
This recipe starts by cooking fresh or store-bought gnocchi until they float, indicating doneness. Meanwhile, butter is melted in a pan and blended with ground cinnamon to create a smooth, fragrant sauce. Once drained, the gnocchi are briefly tossed in the cinnamon butter to coat thoroughly. A sprinkle of brown sugar just before serving adds sweetness, while an optional grating of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese introduces a subtle savory contrast. A cinnamon stick can be used for garnish.
The dish showcases a balance between the pillowy texture of gnocchi, the warm spice of cinnamon, and the sweetness of brown sugar. The addition of cheese varies by preference and tradition, and the recipe suggests flexibility with gnocchi type, including pumpkin or sweet potato variations. Some regional variations include raisins or tomato sauce, but the core preparation focuses on cinnamon butter and sugar.
Ingredients
- 400-500 g gnocchi (14-17oz) If you want to make your own see my recipe
- 120 g butter (4oz)
- 50 g brown sugar (2oz)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (flat tablespoon)
- 1-2 cinnamon stick used for decoration
- 50 g Parmigiano Reggiano cheese 2oz) optional, or grana cheese
Instructions
- If you are making homemade gnocchi you will need to make them first.
- Put a pot of water on to boil for the gnocchi. Add salt once it starts to boil and bring to the boil again.
- Melt the butter in a pan that is big enough to hold the cooked gnocchi too. Once the butter has melted add the ground cinnamon and stir until you have a smooth sauce.
- Cook the gnocchi in the boiling water (fresh gnocchi take only 2-3 minutes depending on the size) They are ready when they rise to the surface.
- Once the gnocchi rise to the surface of the water, drain them with a slotted spoon and place them in the pan with butter and cinnamon. Mix together and plate
- Sprinkle with brown sugar just before serving. Add grated cheese if required. I decorated with a piece of cinnamon stick.
Notes
- Pumpkin or sweet potato gnocchi can be used as alternatives.
- Adding raisins or serving with tomato sauce is traditional in some Veneto areas.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 481 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 481kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 736mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 48mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 856IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 214mg | 21% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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