# How to delete a recipe

Published: 2026-02-06 · Last updated: 2026-02-06

If you no longer need a recipe in your collection, you can delete it from Honeydew. Keep in mind that deletion is permanent, so make sure you truly want to remove the recipe before confirming.

## How to delete a recipe

1

**Open the recipe**

Navigate to the recipe you want to delete and tap to open it.

2

**Tap the menu icon**

Look for the three-dot menu icon (sometimes called the "more" button) in the top-right corner of the recipe screen and tap it.

3

**Select Delete**

From the menu that appears, tap "Delete" or "Delete Recipe."

4

**Confirm deletion**

A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you're sure. Tap "Delete" to permanently remove the recipe.

Deleting a recipe is permanent and cannot be undone. The recipe will be removed from all cookbooks and your meal plan. If you're unsure, consider removing the recipe from a cookbook instead of deleting it entirely.

## Alternatives to deleting

If you just want to tidy up a cookbook without losing a recipe forever, you can remove the recipe from a specific cookbook instead. The recipe will still exist in your main collection and can be added back to any cookbook later.

## Related Articles

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