Custom recipes
Register each preparation with a title, emoji, cooking notes and an exact duration, ready to reuse anytime.
The kitchen timer that never forgets
Save your recipes with their exact cook time and let the alarm fire on schedule, even if the phone is locked or the app is closed.
Available for: Android
What it does
Exact alarms
AlarmManager.setAlarmClock fires on the second, even with Doze mode active, without requiring invasive permissions.
Resilient to process death
Remaining time is computed against a persisted end timestamp, so it survives the system killing the app or a device reboot.
Live theming and bilingual UI
A lilac/pink palette in Light, Dark, or System theme, with live Spanish/English language switching, no restart needed.
Backup without broad permissions
Export and import your recipes as JSON via the Storage Access Framework, without requesting general storage access.
FAQ
Do I need an internet connection to use it?+
No. Little Chef Timer works 100% offline: everything is stored locally on the device.
Does the alarm still fire if my screen is locked or battery saver is on?+
Yes. It uses AlarmManager.setAlarmClock, which fires precisely even in Doze mode, with no special permissions needed.
Can I back up my recipes if I switch phones?+
Yes, you can export and import them as a JSON file using the system's file picker.