AI cooking assistant
AI recipe generator from ingredients you have.
Appetizer helps you find recipe ideas and dinner ideas from your fridge and pantry. Generate recipes, plan your week, build grocery lists, and cook with step-by-step guidance.
AI recipe generator from ingredients you already have
Appetizer is an AI recipe generator built for real-life cooking. Add what is in your pantry or fridge and get recipe ideas you can actually make — fast.
If your main question is “what can I cook with what I have?”, Appetizer is designed around that exact intent.
Meal planning, grocery lists, and personalization
Appetizer also works as an AI meal planner: save recipes you like, build a weekly plan, and generate smart grocery lists. Add preferences (dietary needs, goals, quick meals) to get recipes that match your routine.
Appetizer is free to try. See details on Pricing or reach out via Contact.
TRUSTED BY
Home cooks worldwide — built for busy people.
Cook with what you have
Designed to reduce food waste.
Built for busy schedules
Fast ideas, simple planning.
Personalized
Preferences, goals, and diets.
Privacy-aware
Clear terms and support access.
Scan in seconds
Turn pantry photos into usable ingredients and ideas.
Plan in minutes
Build meal plans that match your goals and schedule.
Shop with confidence
Auto-generate grocery lists so nothing gets missed.
See the app in action
Real screens from Appetizer — scan ingredients, build a plan, and cook step-by-step.
Scan & understand
Turn pantry photos into recipes
Scan what you have, get nutrition insights, and instantly generate recipe suggestions.
Plan your week
Build meal plans in minutes
Choose your goal and schedule. Appetizer generates meals and totals, ready for shopping.
Cook with confidence
Step-by-step cooking mode
Follow clear instructions, track progress, and keep your hands free while you cook.
Chef AI
Ask questions while you cook
Get substitutions, healthier swaps, and quick answers tailored to your preferences.
Recipe cards, previewed
A look at how recipes will appear in the app — with time, calories, tags, and quick actions.
Mock recipes for preview only.
Everything you need to cook smarter
Designed for busy people who still want great food.
AI recipe generation
Create recipes from ingredients, cuisines, and goals.
Meal planning
Plan your week and keep your nutrition on track.
Smart scanning
Scan ingredients or receipts to build your pantry.
Pantry & favorites
Save what you love and reuse it anytime.
Grocery lists
Generate lists automatically and shop faster.
Cooking mode
Hands-free, step-by-step instructions while you cook.
Premium experience
A modern kitchen workflow — in one place.
Switch to dark mode, stay focused, and move from scanning to cooking without losing momentum.
How it works
Scan what you have. Get recipes you can cook. Build a plan in minutes.
Add ingredients
Scan your fridge, type items, or upload a photo.
Get instant recipes
Appetizer turns your ingredients into simple, doable meal ideas.
Plan + shop
Save favorites, build a meal plan, and generate a grocery list.
Loved by busy cooks
Built to remove friction from everyday cooking.
VERIFIED USER
“I stopped wasting groceries. I just scan what's in my fridge and it figures out dinner.”
Jade
Busy parent
VERIFIED USER
“The meal plan + shopping list combo is the real win. It saves me hours every week.”
Marcus
Fitness-focused
VERIFIED USER
“Cooking mode is perfect. It feels like having a chef next to me while I cook.”
Aisha
Home cook
Simple pricing
Start free. Upgrade when you want more power.
Free
$0
Try the core features.
- Recipe generation
- Shopping lists
- Favorites
Premium
Unlimited
For power users.
- Unlimited generations
- Meal plans
- Advanced scan
Ready to cook smarter?
Download Appetizer and start with what you already have.
Frequently asked questions
If you have more questions, email appetizer98@gmail.com.
What is an AI recipe generator?
An AI recipe generator suggests meals based on inputs like ingredients you have, your preferences, and your goals. Appetizer focuses on practical recipes you can actually cook with your pantry and fridge.
Can Appetizer suggest recipes from ingredients I already have?
Yes. Add ingredients from your pantry or fridge and Appetizer will generate recipe ideas based on what you have.
What can I cook with what I have?
That is the core use case. Appetizer helps you turn whatever is in your kitchen into dinner ideas, plus it can help you plan your week and build a grocery list.
Does Appetizer support meal planning?
Yes. You can create meal plans and keep your recipes and shopping organized in one place.
Is Appetizer free to use?
Yes. You can start free and upgrade later if you want more advanced features.
Is Appetizer available on iPhone?
Yes. Appetizer is available on iOS via the App Store.
Does Appetizer support dietary restrictions?
Yes. You can set preferences like allergies, diet types, and nutrition goals.
Do I need to type every ingredient?
No. You can scan ingredients or upload photos in supported flows.
Can I use it on desktop?
A web version is planned. For now, use iOS or Android.
APPETIZER
Your next meal plan starts with what you already have.
Scan ingredients, generate recipes, and cook with confidence — in minutes.