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If you are looking for a delicious, healthy and easy meal to make, this recipe for Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi is a great option! Made with purple sweet potatoes and gluten free flour, these gnocchi only require a few ingredients and are quite simple to make and very scrumptious to eat!

These sweet potato gnocchi are perfect for any occasion and they are a great way to impress your guests with their fabulous color! They pair well with a variety of sauces and toppings, making this a dish that you can easily customize to your liking!

If you are looking for more sweet potato recipes, try my: Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl with Pineapple and Lime Marinated Steak, Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash or Vegan Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe?

It is unique. Making gnocchi with purple sweet potatoes is sure to impress your guests. They are colorful, flavorful and so much fun!
It is healthy. Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. A nutritious option that you will love!
It’s gluten free. This recipe uses gluten free flour. That means people with dietary restrictions can enjoy these pillowy soft gnocchi too!

Ingredients

Here are notes about the ingredients needed to make these homemade gnocchi. All of these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store or an online retailer.

Sweet potato: Use cooked purple sweet potatoes.
Flour: Use gluten free flour. I like to use cassava flour.
Salt

Step-By-Step Instructions

Here is how to make this simple recipe.

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, use a fork to mash the sweet potatoes until they are smooth and creamy and there are no longer any lumps.

Step 2: Add the salt and 2 tablespoons of the flour. Knead the dough until it is no longer sticky, adding more flour as needed.

Step 3: Roll the dough into several ropes. Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the ropes into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4: Place gnocchi in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Spray with avocado oil and air fry at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

Step 5: Flip the gnocchi and continue to cook for 2-3 additional minutes.

Expert Tips

Cook your sweet potatoes in advance. This allows them time to cool, making it easier for you to handle the dough.
Be sure to mash the sweet potatoes well enough that there are no lumps. The lumps will not allow the dough to come together.
The amount of flour that you will need to use depends on how much moisture is in your sweet potatoes. Try to use as little as possible for light and fluffy gnocchi.
Make it simple and toss the cooked gnocchi with butter and parmesan cheese.

Variations

Instead of cooking these in the air fryer, feel free to cook them in a frying pan on the stove or bake them on a baking sheet in the oven.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these gnocchi with a cream sauce or tomato sauce. They would also be great alongside pork chops or steak.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use regular sweet potatoes?

Yes, regular orange sweet potatoes would also work for this recipe. It would also be fun to make a batch of purple gnocchi and a batch of orange gnocchi for an extra colorful dinner plate!

Can I use flour with gluten?

Yes. The amount of flour you will use may be different so just adjust based on the consistency of the dough.

What can I do with leftovers?

Store completely cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.

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If you make this recipe, don't forget to come back and leave a 5-star rating and a comment below.

Many Hugs,

Cathleen

gnocchi, purple sweet potatoes, gluten free, dairy free, vegan

entrees, salads

Yield: 2

Author: Cathleen Crobons