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Recipe – Facebook Ads (with Templates)

Written by Bertrand
Updated over 6 months ago

Recipe – Facebook Ads (with Templates)

Why It Matters

Templates are part of Recipes and allow you to create ads based on proven layouts used by major companies. Instead of starting from scratch, you can select an ad style from the library and adapt it to your brand.

The bottom line: Get high-performing, professional Facebook ads in minutes using curated templates that you can customize with your own products, models, and brand identity.

What You'll Learn

  • How to access and use the Template feature in Recipes

  • How to choose from curated, proven Facebook Ad templates

  • How to insert your own products, models, and text

  • How to adapt ads for brand identity and campaigns

  • Practical examples with shoes, clothing, and models

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before creating Facebook ad templates, you'll need:

  • Create a Brand: Set up your brand identity first

  • Create a Campaign: Establish your campaign within the brand

  • Access Recipes: Navigate to Recipes menu and select Facebook Ad

Steps to Create Template Ads

  1. Choose Template

    • Browse the curated ad categories (e-commerce, fashion, etc.)

    • Select an ad template you like

  2. Add Your Content

    • Choose your image(s) to associate with the template:

      • Single image, or

      • Multiple images via the Collage feature

  3. Write Your Prompt

    • Describe how to replace or adapt elements

    • Be specific about what changes you want

  4. Generate

    • Click "Create Design" to generate the ad with your chosen ingredients and text

Example Walkthroughs

Blue Jeans Ad

Starting Point: Jogger ad template
Your Ingredients:

  • Image 1: Jogger

  • Image 2: Blue jeans

Prompt: "Replace the jogger with blue jeans, adjust ad text to match"

Result:

  • Blue jeans swapped in place of jogger

  • Ad text updated for jeans

  • Brand visual identity (paint splatters, purple theme) automatically included

Timberland Shoes Ad

Starting Point: Fashion ad template
Your Ingredients: Timberland shoe image

Prompt: "Replace the shoe in the original ad with the Timberland shoe. Adapt text to match."

Result:

  • Ad text updated to shoe-specific messaging ("Built for trails. Weatherproof, durable, designed all day")

  • Template adapted seamlessly to the product

Model + Product Combination

Starting Point: Fashion ad template
Your Ingredients: Model image, blue jeans, Timberland shoes (via Collage)

Steps:

  1. Create a Collage with model + jeans + shoes

  2. Insert the collage into the ad template

  3. Prompt the AI to use these elements in the ad

Result:

  • Ad uses the same model as in other campaign assets

  • Includes brand visual style (color swashes, paint splatters, bulbs)

  • Purple and blue tones aligned with brand identity

Pro Tips for Success

Clear Prompts Work Best: Always provide clear, descriptive prompts when modifying template ads

Use Collage for Complex Ads: Combine multiple elements (model + clothing + product) using the Collage feature first

Match Your Messaging: Adjust ad text alongside images for cohesive messaging

Brand Identity Matters: Your brand identity setup influences background, colors, and visual props in every ad

Next Steps

Ready to create professional Facebook ads? The Template feature in Recipes unlocks fast, professional, and proven Facebook Ad creation.

Get started: Navigate to Recipes → Facebook Ad → Choose Template

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