Best of 2026
The 4 best apps to save TikTok recipes.
Save TikTok recipes with a dedicated importer, then find the ingredients and steps when you are ready to cook.
At a glance
| App | Best for | Pricing | Works on |
|---|---|---|---|
 FoodieOur pick | Turning TikTok cooking videos into recipes in your own collection | Free + $4.17/mo (annual) or $4.99/mo | iOS, iPadOS |
 ReciMe | Saving social recipes on iPhone or Android | Free tier with weekly import limits; paid subscription available | iOS, iPadOS, Android, Web |
 CookBook | Collecting social recipes alongside a household cooking routine | Free for 20 recipes and 20 smart imports; paid upgrades available | iOS, Android, Web |
 Recipe Keeper | Keeping recipes across Apple, Android, and Windows | Free to try; check the store for upgrade terms | iOS, iPadOS, Android, Windows, macOS |
These four apps document TikTok recipe imports. Check whether the recipe is in the video, caption, or a linked page: each importer uses different source information, and missing amounts may need your attention.
The ranking
All 4 options compared
Our pick
FOODIE: Recipe Saver
Turn a TikTok cooking video into a recipe you can actually cook from. Foodie analyzes the video itself and brings the ingredients and steps into a clear, visual recipe, ready for your meal plan, grocery list, and cooking view.
- Pricing
- Free + $4.17/mo (annual) or $4.99/mo
What works well
- Save recipes from social media, websites, photos, and text
- Organize cookbooks, plan meals, and add ingredients to a grocery list
- Follow cooking steps and ask the AI assistant for ideas or changes
- Thoughtful design, with visual ingredients and a clear cooking view
- Analyzes the cooking video itself, not just its transcript
Keep in mind
- Available for iPhone and iPad; check the app for current free limits
- Saving a recipe can sometimes take longer because Foodie analyzes the full video
Inside FOODIE: Recipe Saver
ReciMe
ReciMe saves social recipes into cookbooks and connects them to a weekly meal plan and grocery list. It supports iPhone, iPad, Android, and the web; guided cooking and PDF exports are part of its paid plan.
- Pricing
- Free tier with weekly import limits; paid subscription available
What works well
- Imports from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other supported sources
- Cookbooks, a weekly meal planner, and grocery lists
- App available in English, Spanish, German, French, and Portuguese
Keep in mind
- Free imports have a weekly allowance
- Step-by-step cooking and some other tools require a paid plan
How saved recipes look in ReciMe
CookBook
Recipe imports, shared planning, and cooking tools
- Pricing
- Free for 20 recipes and 20 smart imports; paid upgrades available
What works well
- Imports from Instagram, TikTok, and other supported sources
- Recipe scanning, search, and translation tools
- Meal planning, shopping lists, and cooking mode
Keep in mind
- Check the plan limits before moving a large collection
- Import results depend on the information in the source
How saved recipes look in CookBook
Recipe Keeper
A recipe collection across phones, tablets, and computers
- Pricing
- Free to try; check the store for upgrade terms
What works well
- Imports from websites, Instagram, and TikTok
- Photo scanning for printed or handwritten recipes
- Recipe organization, shopping lists, and a meal planner
Keep in mind
- Check upgrade and sync terms for each platform you use
- Scanned or imported recipes may need editing
How saved recipes look in Recipe Keeper
The bottom line
Which one should you pick?
Save a recipe
How to save a TikTok as a recipe
Save a TikTok recipe in three steps. Processing time depends on the video and available recipe information.
- Share the TikTok
Open a public recipe video, tap Share, then open the system share sheet and choose Save to Foodie. You can also copy the link and paste it into Foodie.
- AI turns it into a recipe
Ingredients, steps, times and servings — with a link back to the original TikTok and its creator.
- Cook it tonight
Check the ingredients and amounts, add the recipe to a cookbook, and use it for your meal plan, grocery list, or step-by-step cooking.
Methodology
How we compared
This comparison was updated on October 22, 2026 using the publishers’ websites, help pages, and store descriptions linked below each app. It compares documented features, not measured performance or a hands-on test score. Features, limits, and prices can vary by plan, region, and app version.
- 01Recipe sources
- We distinguish structured recipe imports from saving a link or manually copying text.
- 02Planning and cooking
- We identify calendars, grocery lists, and cooking tools, including paid-plan requirements.
- 03Devices and access
- We compare supported platforms and free-versus-paid access. Check the official page before subscribing.
Try it for yourself
Try our #1 pick free.
Start your own recipe collection with Foodie, free to download. Premium $4.17/month annually adds unlimited AI generation and full meal planning.
Try Foodie for freeCommon questions
Frequently asked.
01How should I choose a recipe app?
Try one recipe from a source you use often. Check the ingredients, edit a quantity, find it again, and try the cooking and shopping tools you need. Also check the devices used by your household.
02Are all of these apps free?
Check the publisher’s current plan and store listing before paying. Free allowances, regional prices, and included features can change.
03Can an imported recipe need corrections?
Yes. Missing amounts, incomplete instructions, private posts, or unavailable source material can affect an import. Review the saved result against the original before cooking.
