A wooden gnocchi board (also called a gnocchi paddle or rigagnocchi) is the traditional Italian pasta tool used to shape and texture handmade gnocchi. After you portion your dough, you gently roll each piece across the grooved beechwood surface to imprint the classic ridges — fast, consistent, and highly controlled.
Those ridges aren’t just for looks. They increase surface area, creating sauce-clinging ridges that hold butter-and-sage, pesto, ragù, or creamy sauces far better than smooth dumplings. The result is gnocchi with better texture, improved presentation, and a more “restaurant-style” finish — without any machinery.
Crafted from solid beechwood (faggio) and made in Italy, this compact board is easy to hold and store, while the handle gives you a secure grip during shaping. It’s ideal for home cooks learning authentic technique and for serious pasta makers who want a simple, durable Italian pasta tool that performs every time.
Quick How-To (Chef Method)
- Roll dough into a rope and cut into small pillows.
- Lightly flour the board.
- Place one piece on the grooves and roll with gentle pressure (or press with your thumb) to form ridges.
- Boil until they float; finish in sauce so the ridges grab and glaze.
Key Features
- Traditional wooden gnocchi board for shaping handmade gnocchi
- Grooved surface creates ridges that help sauces cling
- Also suitable for forming other small ridged pasta such as cavatelli
- Compact, easy-to-handle design for controlled shaping
- Solid beechwood construction; made in Italy
Dimensions
- Approx. 4 1/2" L × 2 1/2" W
Dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly due to the natural characteristics of wood.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash only with warm water
- Do not soak or place in dishwasher
- Dry thoroughly after use
- Occasionally treat with a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to maintain the wood
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Inventory Last Updated: Jun 17, 2026
