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How to Import Recipes from Websites

Master the art of importing recipes from any website with YummJar's powerful AI import feature.

October 20, 2025
7 min read

Import Recipes with One Click

One of YummJar's most powerful features is its ability to import recipes from virtually any website. No more copy-pasting ingredients or retyping instructions – let AI do the work for you.

How Website Import Works

YummJar uses advanced AI to parse recipe websites and extract all the important information:

  • Ingredients with precise measurements
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Cooking and preparation times
  • Serving sizes
  • Recipe photos
  • Nutritional information (when available)

Step-by-Step Import Guide

  1. Find Your Recipe: Browse your favorite recipe website (AllRecipes, Food Network, Bon Appétit, or any food blog).
  2. Copy the URL: Copy the recipe page URL from your browser.
  3. Open YummJar: Launch the YummJar app on your device.
  4. Paste & Import: Tap the "+" button, select "Import from URL," and paste the link.
  5. Review & Save: YummJar will automatically extract all recipe data. Review it and tap "Save."

Works with 2,000+ Websites

YummJar's AI is trained to work with thousands of recipe websites, including popular sites and small food blogs. Even if a website has ads, pop-ups, or unusual formatting, YummJar can extract the recipe accurately.

AI Enhancement After Import

Once imported, YummJar automatically:

  • Generates a beautiful food image for the recipe
  • Detects and categorizes the recipe type
  • Adds relevant tags
  • Detects the recipe language
  • Structures ingredients and instructions properly

Pro Tips

Batch Import: You can import multiple recipes at once by pasting several URLs. YummJar will queue them and process each one.

Edit After Import: All imported data is fully editable. Add personal notes, adjust ingredients, or modify instructions to suit your taste.

Save from Mobile: Use the share sheet on mobile browsers to send recipes directly to YummJar without copying URLs.