Recipe Cost Calculator
Calculate the total batch cost and per-serving cost of any recipe, factoring in ingredient usage fractions, packaging, and cooking energy.
Batch Recipe Cost Formula
Total Recipe Cost = Σ(Ingredient Package Cost × (Used / Total Size)) + Packaging + Cooking Energy + Labor- Ingredient Fraction: Exact fractional cost of bulk ingredients used in the batch.
- Packaging: Deli containers, bakery boxes, parchment paper, or vacuum seal bags.
- Cooking Energy: Stovetop gas or oven electricity consumption ($0.25 to $0.60 per bake).
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Assumptions & Limitations
- Pantry spices and cooking oils are calculated based on fractional teaspoon/tablespoon usage.
- Does not include kitchen equipment capital depreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cost pantry spices in a recipe?
A standard spice container ($4.00 for 2 oz) contains roughly 12 teaspoons ($0.33/tsp). For recipe costing, assign $0.15 to $0.35 per pinch, teaspoon, or dash rather than ignoring micro-ingredients.
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