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You Only Need 6 Ingredients and 30 Minutes to Make This “Delicious” Gnocchi Alfredo Bake

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Jan ValdezAssistant Recipe Producer
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published Feb 24, 2026
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Overhead shot of the finished gnocchi alfredo bake in a black cast iron pan, topped with grated cheese and herbs.
Credit: Photo: Ryan Liebe ; Food Stylist: Ben Weiner

You know those nights when you want something comforting but don’t have hours to commit to a big cooking project? Enter: this simple gnocchi Alfredo bake that uses just six ingredients and only takes about 30 minutes from start to finish. The gnocchi soaks up the sauce as it bakes, rendering each bite tender and pillowy, while the Parmesan adds that salty, savory finish that makes Alfredo so satisfying. It’s rich, creamy, and everything I want on a cold winter day.

Get the recipe: Gnocchi Alfredo Bake

What Makes Gnocchi Alfredo Bake So Good

What really makes this dish work is how easy it is to prepare. The base starts out with a simple béchamel sauce made from butter, flour, and milk — three ingredients I always have on hand. Baking it all together means the gnocchi absorbs some of that sauce, and then it’s broiled until golden-brown on top. This recipe proves you don’t need a long ingredient list to make a delicious and hearty dinner, and that’s a big win in my book! I like to serve it with a simple spinach salad or sautéed green beans to round out the meal.

How to Make Gnocchi Alfredo Bake 

  • Cook the gnocchi. Boil the gnocchi according to the package directions, drain well, and set aside so it’s ready to fold into the sauce.
  • Make the sauce. Melt butter in an oven-safe skillet, cook the garlic until fragrant, stir in the flour, and whisk in the milk until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the cheese and gnocchi. Add the Parmesan cheese, then gently stir in the cooked gnocchi so everything is evenly coated.
  • Bake and broil. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the sauce is bubbling, then broil until the top is golden-brown.

Tips for Making Gnocchi Alfredo Bake

  • Any gnocchi works. Fresh, frozen, or shelf-stable gnocchi all work well here; just cook them according to the package first.
  • Use the right skillet. Make sure your skillet has high sides, or size up so there’s room to stir everything without the sauce bubbling over.

Get the recipe: Gnocchi Alfredo Bake

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