This butternut squash gnocchi recipe is a delicious fall dinner, filled with sage, thyme, an apple cider vinegar dressing, and creamy dollops of ricotta.It's easy to make on a sheet pan! Jump to Recipe JeanineDonofrio PhoebeMoorePublished: Oct 6, 2026I make this butternut squash gnocchi recipe every single fall. It’s like autumn on a baking sheet, thanks to the hearty potato gnocchi, butternut squash, earthy sage, red onion, and kale leaves that crisp up beautifully in the oven.I toss it all in a sweet and tangy apple cider vinegar dressing and finish it with creamy dollops of ricotta cheese before serving.Easy to make and packed with the best flavors of the season, it’s everything I want on a fall weeknight.

I hope you love this butternut squash gnocchi too!Why You’ll Love This Recipe It’s a sheet pan dinner. Just like in my classic sheet pan gnocchi, you don’t have to boil the gnocchi here.It softens as it roasts in the oven alongside the veggies, which means this recipe’s prep AND cleanup are a breeze! It’s packed with fall flavor, from the sweet, caramelized squash, earthy thyme and sage, and sweet and tangy dressing.When you’re craving cozy autumn comfort food, this recipe hits the spot.

The textures are amazing.I love how the crispy kale leaves play off the chewy gnocchi and creamy ricotta.These contrasting textures make this simple dish super satisfying.How to Make Butternut Squash GnocchiWhen I was first testing this butternut squash gnocchi

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