15-Min Creamy One-Pot Vegan Gnocchi Soup: Comfort Food in a Flash

Time: 15 Minutes | Yield: 4 Servings

Maximum Comfort, Minimum Cleanup: Your 15-Minute Soup Solution

When the weather turns chilly, or you need a moment of warmth and comfort, nothing beats a creamy, satisfying soup. However, “creamy soup” typically refers to lengthy simmer times, multiple pots, and a multitude of heavy ingredients.

Not anymore.

Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to the 15-Minute Creamy One-Pot Vegan Gnocchi Soup! This recipe is a true kitchen miracle: it’s hearty, rich, entirely dairy-free, and goes from pantry to bowl in just a quarter of an hour. By using quick-cooking potato gnocchi and a few simple tricks to build flavor fast, this soup achieves incredible depth and creaminess right in the same pot you start with.

If you’re looking for the ultimate fast comfort food that feels gourmet but is shockingly easy, this is your new winter staple.

The Power of the One-Pot Speed Trick

The key to keeping this recipe under 15 minutes is choosing ingredients that cook simultaneously and quickly.

1. Shelf-Stable Gnocchi: Unlike dried pasta, shelf-stable, pre-made potato gnocchi cooks in boiling liquid in just 3-5 minutes. It’s the perfect speedy starch for soup.
2. Fast-Sauté Aromatics: By using a bit of vegan butter or oil to quickly sauté the base ingredients (like garlic and onion powder), we build a strong flavor foundation in the first two minutes.
3. Plant Milk Magic: Using full-fat coconut milk or a creamy oat milk delivers an instant, luxurious velvet texture without needing any heavy cream or lengthy thickening steps.

Essential Ingredients for Your Creamy Gnocchi Dream

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• $1/2$ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
• 4 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)¹
• 1 (15 oz) can full-fat coconut milk (or substitute with creamy oat milk)²
• 1 (16 oz) package shelf-stable potato gnocchi (ensure it’s egg-free for vegan!)
• 1 cup chopped baby spinach or kale (optional, for greens)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Garnish: Fresh basil or parsley

The 15-Minute One-Pot Method: Step-by-Step

1. Sauté the Base (3 minutes): In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil/vegan butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and dried herbs (thyme or Italian seasoning). Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic!
2. Build the Liquid (2 minutes): Pour in the 4 cups of vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil.
3. Add the Gnocchi (5 minutes): Once boiling, add the entire package of gnocchi. Reduce the heat slightly and cook the gnocchi according to the package directions, typically 3-5 minutes, until they float to the surface.
4. Cream and Finish (3 minutes): Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the can of coconut milk (or oat milk) and bring the soup back up to a gentle simmer. Add the chopped spinach or kale, stirring until the greens are wilted (about 1 minute).
5. Season and Serve (2 minutes): Taste the soup and season generously with salt and pepper. Because the gnocchi absorbs liquid, you will need adequate seasoning. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.

Pro-Tips for Maximum Flavor and Speed

• Gnocchi Type Matters: Use the shelf-stable vacuum-sealed potato gnocchi (found in the pasta aisle). It cooks much faster than frozen gnocchi and contributes to the overall speed of the recipe.
• The Creamiest Secret: For the richest, creamiest result, use full-fat coconut milk. Don’t worry, the coconut flavor completely disappears into the savory, herbal notes! If you want a lower-fat option, ensure you use a “barista blend” or extra-creamy oat milk.
• Add a Veggie Boost: This soup can be customized quickly. If you want more substantial vegetables, add chopped mushrooms or pre-sliced sun-dried tomatoes along with the garlic and herbs in Step 1.
• Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the garlic for a subtle warming kick.

This 15-Minute Creamy One-Pot Vegan Gnocchi Soup is the perfect proof that you can have deeply comforting, complex, and healthy food even on the busiest weeknights. Enjoy the warmth and the zero cleanup!