Cooking is one of those activities in Loftia that makes everyday life feel a little more rewarding. Whether you’re preparing a quick smoothie, making a warm bowl of soup, or working toward a new recipe, the Cooking Station gives you plenty of ways to turn gathered ingredients into something useful.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to craft and upgrade your Cooking Station, what you need for each upgrade, and every recipe listed for Levels 1, 2, and 3. I’ve organized everything by station level so you can find the recipes you can make right now and see what becomes available as you progress.
If you’re just starting out, don’t worry about unlocking every recipe immediately. Begin with the ingredients you already have, then work toward the research bundles that open up more cooking options.
Loftia Cooking Recipes Guide – Upgrades, Ingredients
The Cooking Station is a personal crafting station used to prepare dishes, drinks, and desserts.
| Station Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Category | Housing – Stations and Storages |
| Type | Crafting Station |
| Rarity | Personal |
| Maximum Refining Count | 5 |
| Processing Slots | 1 |
| Energy Cost | 3 |
| Crafted At | Project Station |
Materials Needed to Craft the Cooking Station
To craft your first Cooking Station at the Project Station, gather:
- 5 Metal Scraps
- 5 Scrap Wire
- 5 Clay
Once you have the materials, craft the station and place it in your home.
How to Upgrade the Cooking Station
The Cooking Station has three recipe levels listed in the available data. Each upgrade requires completing a specific research bundle before you can provide the construction materials.
Upgrade to Level 2
First, complete the Forest Cook bundle at the Overgrowth Research Station.
Then gather these materials:
| Material | Amount |
|---|---|
| Screws | 10 |
| Copper Bar | 2 |
After completing the bundle and collecting the materials, upgrade your Cooking Station to Level 2.
Upgrade to Level 3
To unlock the next upgrade, complete the Urban Eats bundle at the Museum Research Station.
Then gather:
| Material | Amount |
|---|---|
| Bricks | 4 |
| Screws | 10 |
| Power Cable | 2 |
With the bundle complete and the materials ready, you can upgrade the station to Level 3 and access its additional recipes.
Level 1 Cooking Recipes
Level 1 is a good place to start building your cooking routine. These recipes use familiar ingredients such as carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, eggs, berries, and mushrooms.
| Recipe | Ingredients | Output |
|---|---|---|
| Carrot Cake | Carrot, Butter | 2 |
| Carrot Soup | Carrot | 2 |
| Chef Salad | Lettuce, Egg | 2 |
| Creamy Summer Soup | Carrot, Tomato | 2 |
| Fried Eggs | Egg, Cooking Oil | 2 |
| Fries | Potato, Cooking Oil | 2 |
| Fruit Smoothie | Wild Berries, Sugar | 2 |
| Garden Salad | Tomato, Lettuce, Carrot | 2 |
| Mush & Chips | Portobello Mushrooms, Potato | 2 |
| Potato Soup | Potato, Milk | 2 |
| Power Smoothie | Tomato, Wild Berries | 2 |
| Scrambled Eggs | Egg, Butter | 2 |
| Shakshuka | Tomato, Egg | 2 |
| Tomato Soup | Tomato | 2 |
| Veggie Egg Scramble | Tomato, Lettuce, Egg | 2 |
Good Recipes to Start With
- Fruit Smoothie: A simple option if you have Wild Berries and Sugar.
- Fried Eggs: A straightforward recipe for using eggs and Cooking Oil.
- Garden Salad: Useful for putting several basic vegetables together.
- Tomato Soup: A simple recipe when you have tomatoes to spare.
Level 2 Cooking Recipes
Level 2 expands your menu with more meals, baked goods, drinks, and recipes using ingredients such as bananas, coconuts, cacao, cinnamon, and wheat.
| Recipe | Ingredients | Output |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Curry | Banana, Coconut, Onion | 2 |
| Banana Pudding | Banana, Milk | 2 |
| Bioluminescent Ivy Soup | Bioluminescent Ivy, Onion | 2 |
| Blooming Onion | Onion, Wheat, Cooking Oil | 2 |
| Cauli Bites | Cauliflower, Wheat | 2 |
| Chocolate Cake | Cacao, Wheat | 2 |
| Chocolate Porridge | Cacao, Coconut | 2 |
| Cinnamon Rolls | Cinnamon, Wheat | 2 |
| Cinnamon Tea | Cinnamon, Sugar | 2 |
| Coconut Water | Coconut, Sugar | 2 |
| Croissant | Milk, Wheat, Egg | 2 |
| Eggnog | Egg, Milk, Cinnamon | 2 |
| Eggplant Tagine | Eggplant, Cumin | 2 |
| Flaxseed Bread | Flax, Banana | 2 |
| Fruit Salad | Watermelon, Wild Berries | 2 |
| Hot Chocolate | Cacao, Milk | 2 |
| Mushroom Milanese | Oyster Mushrooms, Wheat | 2 |
| Mushroom Soup | Portobello Mushrooms, Enoki Mushrooms | 2 |
| Onion Soup | Onion, Salt | 2 |
| Pancakes | Wheat, Sugar, Egg | 2 |
| Ratatouille | Tomato, Eggplant, Onion | 2 |
| Spaghetti al Pomodoro | Wheat, Tomato | 2 |
| Sweet Porridge | Banana, Cinnamon, Honey | 2 |
| Waffles | Wheat, Wild Berries, Butter | 2 |
What to Focus on at Level 2
Level 2 is a great time to start collecting a wider range of ingredients. Keep an eye out for the ingredients used across several recipes, especially Wheat, Milk, Egg, Cinnamon, and Cacao.
If you enjoy making desserts, recipes such as Chocolate Cake, Cinnamon Rolls, Pancakes, and Waffles give you more options. For savory dishes, try Banana Curry, Ratatouille, or Mushroom Soup.
Level 3 Cooking Recipes
Level 3 adds more advanced dishes, including rice-based meals, soups, salads, and recipes using ingredients such as Pineapple, Soybeans, Rice, Spinach, and Algae.
| Recipe | Ingredients | Output |
|---|---|---|
| Baba Ganoush | Eggplant, Garlic, Cumin | 4 |
| Chakalaka | Chili Pepper, Carrot, Onion | 3 |
| Chili Soup | Chili Pepper, Tomato | 3 |
| Congee | Rice, Salt | 3 |
| Ful Medames | Soybeans, Tomato, Cumin | 4 |
| Gimbap | Rice, Spinach, Algae | 3 |
| Miso Soup | Soybeans, Enoki Mushrooms, Algae | 4 |
| Mushroom Stir-fry | Enoki Mushrooms, Radish | 3 |
| Nasi Lemak | Rice, Coconut | 3 |
| Omurice | Egg, Rice, Tomato | 3 |
| Oyster Mushroom Gyoza | Oyster Mushrooms, Spinach, Garlic | 4 |
| Pineapple Cake | Pineapple, Wheat, Honey | 3 |
| Pineapple Fried Rice | Pineapple, Rice | 3 |
| Pineapple Skewer | Pineapple | 3 |
| Radish Kimchi | Radish, Garlic, Salt | 4 |
| Rice Pudding | Rice, Milk, Sugar | 3 |
| Summer Salad | Soybeans, Radish, Honey | 4 |
| Sweet Soymilk | Soybeans, Sugar | 4 |
| Tamago Sushi | Rice, Egg, Algae | 3 |
| Tomato Basil Soup | Tomato, Basil | 4 |
| Tropical Smoothie | Pineapple, Coconut | 3 |
| Winter Soup | Portobello Mushrooms, Potato, Basil | 4 |
Level 3 Recipe Tips
- Rice recipes: Rice is used in several Level 3 dishes, including Congee, Gimbap, Nasi Lemak, Omurice, Pineapple Fried Rice, Rice Pudding, and Tamago Sushi.
- Soybean recipes: Soybeans are useful for Ful Medames, Miso Soup, Summer Salad, and Sweet Soymilk.
- Pineapple recipes: Save Pineapple for whichever dish you want to prepare, since it appears in several recipes.
- Mushroom recipes: Keep different mushroom types in mind. Portobello, Enoki, and Oyster Mushrooms are used in different dishes.
Cooking Station Quests
The Cooking Station is also listed as required for these quests:
- The First Sprout
- Yes, Chef!
If you’re working through these quests, keep your station available and check the quest requirements as you progress.
Beginner Tips for Cooking
Gather Ingredients Before You Start
It’s easier to cook when you have a small stock of common ingredients ready. Collect vegetables, eggs, berries, and mushrooms as you explore, and keep track of ingredients needed for recipes you want to make.
Upgrade When You’re Ready
You don’t need to rush straight to Level 3. Start with Level 1 recipes, then complete the Forest Cook and Urban Eats bundles when you’re ready to expand your menu.
Check the Recipe Before Using Rare Ingredients
Some ingredients appear in several recipes. Before using a limited ingredient, check whether you want to save it for another dish.
Keep Your Recipes Organized by Level
If you’re looking for a recipe and can’t find it at your station, check whether it belongs to Level 2 or Level 3. The upgrade requirements determine when those recipes become available.
The Cooking Station gives you a lot to work toward as you build your home and explore Loftia. Start with the basic recipes, gather ingredients as you go, and unlock higher levels through the research bundles.
I recommend keeping this guide handy as a recipe reference. As your station improves, you’ll have more meals, drinks, and desserts to experiment with—and more reasons to keep exploring for ingredients.