🥘 Creamy Baked Vegan Gnocchi with Garlic Sage Sauce (Cozy One-Dish Winter Dinner)

When the temperature drops, there’s only one thing that hits the spot — a creamy, bubbling casserole straight out of the oven. This Creamy Baked Vegan Gnocchi is comfort food perfection: soft potato gnocchi tossed in a velvety garlic-sage sauce, baked until golden and bubbling, and finished with a sprinkle of crispy herbs.

It’s rich, it’s comforting, and it tastes like something you’d find at a cozy countryside café. The sauce is made from creamy cashews, oat milk, and a hint of nutmeg — completely dairy-free, yet unbelievably indulgent. The scent of sage and roasted garlic fills your kitchen as it bakes, wrapping you in that nostalgic, homey warmth that defines winter cooking.

This dish isn’t just a recipe — it’s a moment. It’s a crackling candle, a glass of wine, and a forkful of creamy, garlicky heaven. Perfect for family dinners, cozy date nights, or your next viral “Sunday dinner” pin that everyone saves for comfort-food inspiration.

💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🥔 Pillowy Gnocchi: Soft and fluffy, coated in silky sauce.
• 🌱 Completely Vegan: Dairy-free but rich and flavorful.
• 🕯️ Baked Comfort: Crispy golden top, creamy center.
• 🧄 Garlic Sage Heaven: Cozy, aromatic, and winter-perfect.
• 🍽️ One Pan Magic: Easy to make and easy to clean up.

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🥘 Creamy Baked Vegan Gnocchi with Garlic Sage Sauce (Cozy One-Dish Winter Dinner)

Courses: Dinner, Lunch

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 40 mins

Description

This Creamy Baked Vegan Gnocchi is the ultimate cozy dinner — soft, pillowy gnocchi baked in a velvety garlic-sage sauce. Rich, comforting, and dairy-free, it’s perfect for cozy nights in or your next Pinterest-worthy winter dinner idea.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

• 1 ¹⁄₂ cups unsweetened oat milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup 1/2 raw cashews, soaked 1 hour
• 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ¹⁄₂ tsp black pepper
• ¹⁄₂ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped

For the Bake:

• 1 lb vegan gnocchi
• ¹⁄₂ cup spinach or kale (optional)
• ¹⁄₄ cup vegan parmesan or breadcrumbs for topping

Instructions

Blend the Creamy Base:

1. In a blender, combine oat milk, cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth and creamy.
   

Sauté the Sage:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan, add chopped sage, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in sauce and simmer 5 minutes to thicken.
   

Combine with Gnocchi:

1. Toss cooked gnocchi and spinach in sauce until coated. Transfer to a baking dish.
   

Top & Bake:

1. Sprinkle with vegan parmesan or breadcrumbs. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
   

Serve Hot:

1. Garnish with extra sage and cracked pepper.
   

Note

🌟 Tips

• Add roasted mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth.
• Soak cashews in warm water for faster prep.
• Use store-bought gnocchi for a quick weeknight dinner.
• Don’t skip baking — it gives the top that irresistible crisp edge!

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