A dead simple cookbook app to manage your personal recipes. No fuss, just cooking.

Shortcuts

Save recipe from image

With this Apple Shortcut, you can extract a recipe from any photo and import it to the Cookbook app. Simply open up the recipe image, hit "Share", and select the Shortcut.

Save recipe from website

With this Apple Shortcut, you can extract a recipe from a website and import it to the Cookbook app. When on a website with a recipe, hit "Share" and select the Shortcut.

Use the appropriate Shortcut version for recipes in different languages. Shortcuts only work with Apple Intelligence.

FAQs

What can I do with the Cookbook App?

Create, organize, and store your recipes—simple as that. Add ingredients, cooking instructions, categorize and/or tag by e.g. meal type, and search through everything instantly.

What can I NOT do with the app?

The app won't sync across devices, or store photos. It's intentionally minimal. Think of it as a focused recipe notebook, not a social cooking platform.

Can I import my recipes?

Yes. Select a JSON file with your recipes and the app handles the rest. There's a template you can export to see the exact format. You can also use Siri Shortcuts to import recipes programmatically from images or websites!

Does it work on iPad and Mac?

The app is optimized for iPhone, but should at least run on iPad and Mac, too.

Can I share recipes with others?

Yes. Tap the share button on any recipe and send it via AirDrop, Messages, Mail—whatever works. Recipients with the Cookbook App can import it directly.

Can I back up my recipes?

Yes, you can export your entire collection as a JSON file. When you need it, import it back.

What if I find a bug or want a feature?

Shoot me an email. I can't promise I'll add every feature request—this is a side project, after all—but I'm listening.

About me

Hi, I'm Jacob Stahl, a product designer, foodie, and home cook.

When searching for a way to store and manage my personal recipes, I could only find cluttered solutions full of ads and features I didn't need. So I built and launched my own minimalistic app.

Maybe you find it useful, too? Give it a try!