Ladder Nutrition Recipes
Updated Oct 16, 2026
What are Recipes?
Recipes let you build custom recipes with multiple servings and calculate accurate macros, so when you eat that recipe you can log it correctly.
How do I access Recipes?
There are two ways:
- From the main Nutrition screen, tap the Recipes pill at the top.
- Tap the Search button, then tab over to My Recipes.
How do I create a Recipe?
There are five ways to add a new recipe:
- Manual Entry: Fill out all the recipe fields by hand: name, servings, ingredients, and instructions.
- Paste Recipe URL/Link: Copy a recipe link from online and paste it into Ladder. The app analyzes the page and converts it into a recipe automatically.
- Paste Recipe Text: Paste recipe text directly, whether from a website, ChatGPT, Gemini, or written out yourself.
- Take a Photo: Photograph a recipe from a physical cookbook. The app converts the image into the appropriate fields.
- Share from Browser (iOS): While viewing a recipe on a webpage on your mobile device, tap the Share icon and select Ladder. This analyzes the page and creates the recipe automatically.
What information is included in a Recipe?
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Image | Added by you, or auto-generated once required fields are complete |
| Recipe Name | Keeps your recipes organized and searchable |
| Source Link (optional) | The URL where you found the recipe |
| Source Name (optional) | The name of the cookbook or website |
| Total Servings (required) | How many servings the full recipe yields |
| Total Weight in Grams (optional) | The total weight of the finished recipe |
| Ingredients | Individual ingredients used to estimate macros |
| Instructions | Step-by-step preparation directions |
What types of recipes can I import automatically?
Supported
- Public recipe websites and blogs
- Text copied from any source
Not currently supported
- Paywalled recipes (sites that require login or subscription)
- Social media posts (Instagram, Facebook/Meta, TikTok)
For unsupported sources, use Manual Entry or Paste Recipe Text instead.
Can I edit or delete a recipe?
Yes to both. Tap the recipe, then tap the three dots in the top right corner and select Edit Recipe or Delete.
How are macros calculated for recipes?
Macros are calculated based on the ingredients added to the recipe.
Can I adjust the serving size when logging a recipe?
Yes. You can adjust the serving size or convert into grams (if applicable) when logging.
Can I duplicate or share a recipe?
Not currently. Duplicating or copying recipes, and sharing recipes with other Ladder members, are not available at this time.
Why didn't my recipe URL work?
The URL may not have worked because:
- The recipe is behind a paywall or requires login.
- The recipe is from a social media platform (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook).
- The page structure couldn't be read properly.
Try instead: copy the recipe text and use Paste Recipe Text.
What if the auto-generated recipe has errors?
Edit the recipe directly to fix any errors, or delete it and try importing again.
Still stuck? Ask Maive.
Maive can check your account, fix the common stuff, and hand off to a real person when needed.
