This wooden gnocchi board is a traditional Italian pasta tool used to shape and texture handmade gnocchi. Also known as a gnocchi paddle or rigagnocchi, it features evenly spaced grooves that imprint dough as it is gently rolled across the surface, creating the characteristic ridges associated with classic gnocchi.
These ridges are more than decorative. They increase the surface area of each piece, helping sauces cling more effectively and improving texture and flavour in finished dishes. Using a gnocchi board allows home cooks to achieve results similar to those found in traditional Italian kitchens, where gnocchi are shaped by hand rather than pressed or extruded.
Crafted from solid wood and made in Italy, this board provides a natural, tactile surface that is gentle on soft dough and easy to control. Its compact size makes it comfortable to hold and simple to store, while still allowing efficient shaping of multiple pieces. In addition to gnocchi, it can also be used to form other small ridged pasta shapes, such as cavatelli, making it a versatile tool for fresh pasta preparation.
Suitable for both beginners learning to make gnocchi from scratch and experienced cooks seeking traditional methods, this gnocchi board offers a simple, manual alternative to mechanical pasta tools. It encourages a hands-on approach to pasta making and adds an element of craft to the process.
Key Features
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Traditional wooden gnocchi board for shaping handmade gnocchi
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Grooved surface creates ridges that help sauces cling
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Also suitable for forming other small ridged pasta such as cavatelli
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Compact, easy-to-handle design for controlled shaping
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Solid wood construction with a smooth working surface
Dimensions
Dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly due to the natural characteristics of wood.
Care Instructions
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Hand wash only with warm water
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Do not soak or place in dishwasher
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Dry thoroughly after use
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Occasionally treat with a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to maintain the wood
Made in Italy.
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Inventory Last Updated: Dec 19, 2025
