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Cook: Cooklang recipe app

Cook: Cooklang recipe app

Plain-text recipe manager

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Released
December 18, 2021
Updated
October 15, 2026

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Developer

Alexey Dubovskoy
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This app helps you organize recipes with detailed structure, including sections and ingredient references. It generates shopping lists that can be grouped by store section or recipe component. Recipes are stored in a plain text format, ensuring you always own your data and can access it offline.

✓Structured recipe organization
✓Recipe cross-referencing
✓Automatic shopping list generation
✓Customizable shopping list groupings
✓Offline recipe access
✓Recipe scaling by servings or ratio
✓Plain text recipe format
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What's New in Cook

0.13.0

October 15, 2026

Favourites Tap the heart on any recipe to keep it. The new Favourites tab shows them as one list or grouped by tag, with its own search. Favourites are saved with your recipes, so they travel with your collection. Manage recipes in the app Create, edit, rename, move and delete recipes, move and delete folders, and import a .cook file from Files. Photos and favourites follow along, and most actions can be undone. Search everything Find recipes across your whole library by title, ingredient or tag, by typing or by voice. Recent searches and recently opened recipes are ready before you type. Swipe actions Swipe a recipe or meal plan to add it to your shopping list, favourite it or delete it, or hold it for more. A fresh look A redesigned recipe list, recipe screen, meal plans and shopping list. Steps sit on cards, and a recipe a step links to opens with a tap. "+" on the recipes tab lets you create a recipe, import from a link, paste text, scan a photo or pick a file. Smarter shopping list When a recipe links to other recipes, choose which of them to add to the list. Fixes Step photos now show on recipes without sections. Menus and .webp/.heic photos sync from iCloud to your other devices. Photos set with image: show again. On iPad, recipes and Settings open in a larger window.

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Thanks for the new requested features

The new CRUD options are good. Thanks for listening and taking the time to add them. Two notes could you make it to where the + can make a new folder? Not too big of an issue though. Also, any way you can add WebDav syncing like how apps like Notability has? 5 stars for your support of the app.
Ccam_159

Additional basic features

It would be nice if we could do simple CRUD. The feeding in videos with the AI stuff is cool, but it still doesn’t have the basic CRUD options. Right now I’m forced with using Apple shortcuts/Files to add recipes and photos so it’ll be nice if we could do that and then also if the shopping list could be outputted into a file as well that we can pass through that would be great. Also the ability to re-categorize make folders move around folders. Other than that, it’s a pretty good app.
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Ccam_159

Different folder.

It would be great if the app allows to store the recipes outside of a default folder on iCloud. It crashes at the first startup multiple times but I hope it is resolved once the config files are set up.
PPmj83

Using this app deleted my files.

I tapped remove on a recipe to take it out of my shopping list and it’s now gone from iCloud. The whole .cook file has been deleted. Removing this app from my devices and asking for a refund.
Bbatsquatch47

Response from developer

Hi batsquatch47 I'm very sorry that your file was deleted. I can imagine how it is frustrating for you. Thank you for requesting a refund. I just wanted to note that CooklangApp is a read-only app and we rely on Apple infrastructure for iCloud synchronisation.  If you don't mind helping us, could you please send us more details on hello@cooklang.org about the context so we can try to reproduce that dreadful situation? What version of Mac and iOS do you use? How many (approximately) recipes do you have? Can you recall a few steps before this file disappear? Do you use only Mac and an iOS device or you have more? This information would greatly help us with identifying the issue. Thank you for your help -Alexey

FAQ

What is Cook's recipe format?

Cook uses the Cooklang format, which is an open-source plain text format. This ensures your recipes are always yours and can be accessed offline or with other compatible applications without vendor lock-in.

How does Cook organize recipes?

Cook allows you to organize recipes with distinct sections like dough, filling, or frosting. It also supports recipe references, letting you link to other recipes (e.g., pizza dough from a pizza recipe) instead of duplicating content.

Can Cook generate shopping lists?

Yes, Cook automatically builds shopping lists from your recipes. You can configure these lists to group ingredients by store section, recipe component, or even by store, making your shopping more efficient.

Does Cook work offline?

Yes, Cook works offline. Since recipes are stored in plain text files and can be synced via iCloud, CookCloud, or other sync apps, you can access and manage your recipes even without an internet connection.

How can I share or export recipes from Cook?

Cook allows you to share and export your recipes freely. Because they are in the plain text Cooklang format, they are easily transferable and usable across different platforms and applications.

What devices does Cook support?

Cook is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to work seamlessly across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

How often is Cook updated?

The latest version of Cook is 0.7.3, last updated on March 24, 2026. While this indicates a recent update, the frequency of future updates is not specified.

What is the user rating for Cook?

Cook has a rating of 3.8 stars based on 5 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed user reception.