This Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Gnocchi is the ultimate cold-weather comfort dish — silky, rich, and perfectly hearty thanks to the pillowy gnocchi. It blends pumpkin purée, warm spices, garlic, and vegetable broth with tender gnocchi for a cozy bowl that feels like a hug. Whether you serve it as a comforting main dish or a warming starter, this soup will instantly become a fall and winter favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Creamy, cozy, and deeply satisfying
Gnocchi adds heartiness and texture
Quick one-pot meal ready in under 30 minutes
Vegetarian & easily made vegan
Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep
Restaurant-style flavor with minimal effort
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
3 cups pumpkin purée
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp nutmeg
½ tsp thyme
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 lb (450 g) potato gnocchi
1 tbsp maple syrup (optional, for balance)
Fresh sage or parsley, for garnish
Parmesan cheese (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft and fragrant.
- Add Pumpkin & Spices
Stir in the pumpkin purée, smoked paprika, nutmeg, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in Broth
Add vegetable broth and stir until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Gnocchi
Add the gnocchi directly to the soup. Cook for 4–6 minutes until gnocchi floats and becomes tender.
- Make It Creamy
Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream (or coconut milk) and maple syrup. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Finish & Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh herbs or parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
Conclusion
This Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Gnocchi delivers pure comfort in every spoonful. The silky pumpkin broth combined with soft, chewy gnocchi creates a perfect harmony of texture and flavor. Cozy, simple, and incredibly delicious — it’s a fall and winter must-make recipe you’ll want again and again.
