25 Microsoft Copilot Prompts for Stunning Food Posters

Food posters have this amazing power to make you hungry just by looking at them. You know that feeling when you see a perfectly crafted image of a burger or a steaming bowl of pasta, and suddenly you’re craving that exact dish? That’s what great food photography and poster design can do.

Microsoft Copilot has become my go-to tool for AI images. It uses the same image generation model as ChatGPT, but here’s the thing – it offers a much higher image generation limit for free users.

Head over to copilot.microsoft.com and you can start creating professional-looking food posters without hitting those frustrating daily limits too quickly. I’ve tested dozens of prompts, and the results have been consistently impressive.

The AI understands food photography principles really well. It gets the importance of lighting, texture, composition, and those small details that make food look irresistible. Plus, you can iterate quickly, trying different angles or adjustments until you get exactly what you’re looking for.

25 Tested Prompts for Stunning Food Posters

I’ve spent hours testing different prompt combinations, and these 25 have given me the best results. Each one is designed to create a specific mood and style that would work perfectly for restaurants, food blogs, or marketing materials.

1. The Ultimate Gourmet Cheeseburger

Prompt: Create a poster of a massive, juicy gourmet cheeseburger, shot from a low, heroic angle. The patty should be thick and perfectly grilled with visible char marks, covered in dripping, melted aged cheddar cheese. Focus on the glistening sesame seed bun, crisp lettuce, a thick slice of ripe tomato, and glistening caramelized onions. The background should be a dark, moody gastropub setting with soft, warm light hitting the burger. Include the text “Behold the King” in a bold, regal font at the top.

Create a poster of a massive, juicy gourmet cheeseburger, shot from a low, heroic angle. The patty should be thick and perfectly grilled with visible char marks, covered in dripping, melted aged cheddar cheese. Focus on the glistening sesame seed bun, crisp lettuce, a thick slice of ripe tomato, and glistening caramelized onions. The background should be a dark, moody gastropub setting with soft, warm light hitting the burger. Include the text "Behold the King" in a bold, regal font at the top.

This prompt creates that larger-than-life burger that looks like it belongs in a premium restaurant. The low angle makes it look heroic, and the dramatic lighting adds sophistication.

2. Crispy Chicken Sandwich Explosion

Prompt: Create an advertisement for a crispy chicken sandwich with a dynamic, explosive composition. Show the sandwich being pulled apart, with strings of melted mozzarella cheese stretching between the two halves. The chicken should have a visibly crunchy, golden-brown coating. The background should be a vibrant, solid color like electric yellow, with crumbs and spices scattered around. The text “Unleash the Crunch” should be in a modern, sans-serif font with a slight motion blur effect.

Create an advertisement for a crispy chicken sandwich with a dynamic, explosive composition. Show the sandwich being pulled apart, with strings of melted mozzarella cheese stretching between the two halves. The chicken should have a visibly crunchy, golden-brown coating. The background should be a vibrant, solid color like electric yellow, with crumbs and spices scattered around. The text "Unleash the Crunch" should be in a modern, sans-serif font with a slight motion blur effect.

The action shot here is what makes this work. It captures that satisfying moment of the first bite, which is exactly what draws people in.

3. Classic Philly Cheesesteak

Prompt: Create a poster for a classic Philly cheesesteak, overflowing with thinly sliced, steaming ribeye steak, sautéed onions, and molten provolone cheese. Use a close-up, macro shot to emphasize the texture of the meat and the gooey cheese. The setting should be a rustic wooden board with a few stray pickled peppers on the side. The lighting should be dramatic, with a single light source creating deep shadows. Add the text “A Taste of Philly” in a classic, vintage script.

Create a poster for a classic Philly cheesesteak, overflowing with thinly sliced, steaming ribeye steak, sautéed onions, and molten provolone cheese. Use a close-up, macro shot to emphasize the texture of the meat and the gooey cheese. The setting should be a rustic wooden board with a few stray pickled peppers on the side. The lighting should be dramatic, with a single light source creating deep shadows. Add the text "A Taste of Philly" in a classic, vintage script.

Macro photography works incredibly well for sandwiches like this. You can see every detail of the melted cheese and tender meat.

4. Creamy Carbonara Perfection

Prompt: Create a poster for a creamy carbonara pasta dish. Capture a close-up of a fork twirling the spaghetti, coated in a luscious, glossy egg and parmesan sauce with crispy pancetta pieces. The lighting should be warm and intimate, as if in a cozy Italian restaurant. A glass of white wine is blurred in the background. The text “Simply Irresistible” should be in a flowing, handwritten script.

Create a poster for a creamy carbonara pasta dish. Capture a close-up of a fork twirling the spaghetti, coated in a luscious, glossy egg and parmesan sauce with crispy pancetta pieces. The lighting should be warm and intimate, as if in a cozy Italian restaurant. A glass of white wine is blurred in the background. The text "Simply Irresistible" should be in a flowing, handwritten script.

This prompt captures movement, which is so important for pasta dishes. The twirling action makes it feel alive and appetizing.

5. Deep-Dish Chicago Pizza

Prompt: Create a dynamic action shot of a slice of deep-dish Chicago-style pizza being lifted from the pan, showcasing an epic cheese pull. The thick layers of chunky tomato sauce, cheese, and toppings should be clearly visible. The background should be a warm, bustling pizzeria environment. Use the headline “Deeply Satisfying” in a strong, blocky font.

Create a dynamic action shot of a slice of deep-dish Chicago-style pizza being lifted from the pan, showcasing an epic cheese pull. The thick layers of chunky tomato sauce, cheese, and toppings should be clearly visible. The background should be a warm, bustling pizzeria environment. Use the headline "Deeply Satisfying" in a strong, blocky font.

The cheese pull is everything in pizza photography. This prompt ensures you get that satisfying stretch that makes people’s mouths water.

6. Fluffy Bhature with Chole

Prompt: Create an ad for hot, fluffy Bhature served with a side of spicy Chole (chickpea curry). The shot captures one giant, puffed-up bhatura, so light it looks like it could float away, with a second one on the plate next to the rich, dark chickpea curry. The background is a bustling, vibrant dhaba (roadside restaurant) setting. Focus on the texture of the bread and the garnished curry with onion rings and a wedge of lime. The text “Puffed to Perfection” should be in a fun, bold font.

Create an ad for hot, fluffy Bhature served with a side of spicy Chole (chickpea curry). The shot captures one giant, puffed-up bhatura, so light it looks like it could float away, with a second one on the plate next to the rich, dark chickpea curry. The background is a bustling, vibrant dhaba (roadside restaurant) setting. Focus on the texture of the bread and the garnished curry with onion rings and a wedge of lime. The text "Puffed to Perfection" should be in a fun, bold font.

Indian breads like bhature are all about that fluffy texture. This prompt captures the lightness that makes them so special.

7. Street-Style Taco Trio

Prompt: Create an advertisement featuring a trio of street-style tacos. Each taco should be filled with different, vibrant ingredients: one with grilled steak, one with spicy chorizo, and one with fresh fish. Use a close-up shot that highlights the textures—the char on the meat, the fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a wedge of lime on the side. The background should be a colorful, festive Mexican tile pattern. The text “Taste the Fiesta” should be in a lively, playful font.

Create an advertisement featuring a trio of street-style tacos. Each taco should be filled with different, vibrant ingredients: one with grilled steak, one with spicy chorizo, and one with fresh fish. Use a close-up shot that highlights the textures—the char on the meat, the fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a wedge of lime on the side. The background should be a colorful, festive Mexican tile pattern. The text "Taste the Fiesta" should be in a lively, playful font.

Variety shots work great for tacos because you can show different flavors and textures in one image. The colorful background adds to the festive feeling.

8. Loaded Nachos

Prompt: Create a dramatic, close-up shot of nachos being loaded with toppings. Show a hand pouring a thick, creamy nacho cheese sauce over a mountain of tortilla chips, which are already covered in seasoned ground beef, jalapeños, and black beans. The lighting should be moody and focused on the cascading cheese. The text “Load. It. Up.” should be in a strong, commanding font, with each word on a new line.

Create a dramatic, close-up shot of nachos being loaded with toppings. Show a hand pouring a thick, creamy nacho cheese sauce over a mountain of tortilla chips, which are already covered in seasoned ground beef, jalapeños, and black beans. The lighting should be moody and focused on the cascading cheese. The text "Load. It. Up." should be in a strong, commanding font, with each word on a new line.

The action of pouring cheese creates movement and anticipation. It’s that moment right before you dig in that this prompt captures perfectly.

9. Soul-Warming Ramen

Prompt: Create a poster for a steaming bowl of ramen. The shot should be from a three-quarters angle, showing rich, flavorful broth, wavy noodles, a perfectly soft-boiled egg with a jammy yolk, tender slices of chashu pork, and fresh green onions. Steam should be visibly rising from the bowl. The setting is a dark, intimate ramen shop. The text “Soul in a Bowl” should be in a font that mimics Japanese calligraphy.

Create a poster for a steaming bowl of ramen. The shot should be from a three-quarters angle, showing rich, flavorful broth, wavy noodles, a perfectly soft-boiled egg with a jammy yolk, tender slices of chashu pork, and fresh green onions. Steam should be visibly rising from the bowl. The setting is a dark, intimate ramen shop. The text "Soul in a Bowl" should be in a font that mimics Japanese calligraphy.

Steam is crucial for hot dishes like ramen. It adds that sense of warmth and freshness that makes the dish look inviting.

10. Artful Sushi Presentation

Prompt: Create a poster showcasing a variety of delicate, precisely made sushi rolls and sashimi on a traditional slate platter. Use a clean, minimalist aesthetic with bright, natural lighting. Focus on the glossy texture of the fresh fish, the vibrant orange of the roe, and the perfect form of the rice. The background is a serene, light bamboo setting. The text “The Art of Freshness” should be in an elegant, minimalist font.

Create a poster showcasing a variety of delicate, precisely made sushi rolls and sashimi on a traditional slate platter. Use a clean, minimalist aesthetic with bright, natural lighting. Focus on the glossy texture of the fresh fish, the vibrant orange of the roe, and the perfect form of the rice. The background is a serene, light bamboo setting. The text "The Art of Freshness" should be in an elegant, minimalist font.

Sushi is all about precision and freshness. This prompt emphasizes the artistry and clean presentation that makes good sushi so appealing.

11. Crispy Spring Rolls

Prompt: Create an image of crispy, golden-brown vegetable spring rolls, stacked on a plate with a sweet chili dipping sauce. One roll is broken open to show the steaming, colorful vegetable filling. The lighting should highlight the crispy texture of the wrapper. The background is simple and clean. The text “Crispy, Golden, Gone.” should be in a sharp, modern font.

Create an image of crispy, golden-brown vegetable spring rolls, stacked on a plate with a sweet chili dipping sauce. One roll is broken open to show the steaming, colorful vegetable filling. The lighting should highlight the crispy texture of the wrapper. The background is simple and clean. The text "Crispy, Golden, Gone." should be in a sharp, modern font.

Breaking one roll open is a smart technique that shows both the crispy exterior and the fresh interior. It tells the complete story of the dish.

12. Molten Chocolate Lava Cake

Prompt: Create a poster for a decadent molten chocolate lava cake. Capture the moment the cake is cut open, with a river of warm, liquid chocolate oozing out onto a white plate. A light dusting of powdered sugar and a single fresh raspberry sit beside it. The lighting is dark and sensual, with a spotlight on the flowing chocolate. The text “Indulgence Awaits” should be in a luxurious, serif font.

Create a poster for a decadent molten chocolate lava cake. Capture the moment the cake is cut open, with a river of warm, liquid chocolate oozing out onto a white plate. A light dusting of powdered sugar and a single fresh raspberry sit beside it. The lighting is dark and sensual, with a spotlight on the flowing chocolate. The text "Indulgence Awaits" should be in a luxurious, serif font.

The flowing chocolate is the star here. This prompt captures that indulgent moment that makes desserts irresistible.

13. Perfect Pancake Stack

Prompt: Create an advertisement for a stack of fluffy, golden-brown pancakes. The shot should be a side profile showing a pat of butter melting and dripping down the stack, with a generous cascade of maple syrup flowing over the top. A few fresh blueberries are scattered around. The background is a bright, cheerful morning kitchen. The text “Your Morning Masterpiece” should be in a friendly, rounded font.

The melting butter and flowing syrup create movement and make the pancakes look fresh off the griddle. Perfect for breakfast marketing.

14. New York Cheesecake Elegance

Prompt: Create a poster for a creamy, New York-style cheesecake. The shot features a perfect slice on a plate, with a focus on the rich, dense texture and the buttery graham cracker crust. A simple swirl of raspberry coulis decorates the plate. The lighting is soft and elegant. The text “Pure. Creamy. Perfection.” should be in a sophisticated, classic font.

Create a poster for a creamy, New York-style cheesecake. The shot features a perfect slice on a plate, with a focus on the rich, dense texture and the buttery graham cracker crust. A simple swirl of raspberry coulis decorates the plate. The lighting is soft and elegant. The text "Pure. Creamy. Perfection." should be in a sophisticated, classic font.

Less is more with cheesecake. This prompt focuses on the texture and simplicity that makes a great cheesecake stand out.

15. Royal Chicken Biryani

Prompt: Create a poster for a royal Chicken Biryani, presented in a traditional handi (clay pot) with the lid being lifted to release a plume of aromatic steam. The shot should be a close-up, three-quarters angle, focusing on the long, distinct grains of basmati rice, perfectly cooked and colored with saffron and herbs. Showcase succulent, masala-coated chicken pieces nestled amongst the rice, garnished with fried onions, fresh mint leaves, and a whole boiled egg. The background should be dark and opulent, with hints of silk fabric and traditional Indian brassware, lit with warm, dramatic lighting. The text “A Royal Affair” should be written in an elegant, calligraphic font at the bottom.

Create a poster for a royal Chicken Biryani, presented in a traditional handi (clay pot) with the lid being lifted to release a plume of aromatic steam. The shot should be a close-up, three-quarters angle, focusing on the long, distinct grains of basmati rice, perfectly cooked and colored with saffron and herbs. Showcase succulent, masala-coated chicken pieces nestled amongst the rice, garnished with fried onions, fresh mint leaves, and a whole boiled egg. The background should be dark and opulent, with hints of silk fabric and traditional Indian brassware, lit with warm, dramatic lighting. The text "A Royal Affair" should be written in an elegant, calligraphic font at the bottom.

The theatrical element of lifting the lid creates drama and emphasizes the aromatic aspect of biryani. The steam and rich colors make it look truly royal.

16. Colorful Artisanal Donuts

Prompt: Create a vibrant and playful poster for artisanal donuts. Show a variety of donuts with colorful glazes, sprinkles, and creative toppings arranged in a fun pattern on a pastel-colored background. One donut has a bite taken out of it. The lighting is bright and even. The text “Sweeten Your Day” should be in a fun, bubbly font.

Create a vibrant and playful poster for artisanal donuts. Show a variety of donuts with colorful glazes, sprinkles, and creative toppings arranged in a fun pattern on a pastel-colored background. One donut has a bite taken out of it. The lighting is bright and even. The text "Sweeten Your Day" should be in a fun, bubbly font.

The variety and bright colors make this perfect for bakeries or cafes. The bite taken out shows the texture inside.

17. Summer Ice Cream Scoop

Prompt: Create an ad for a refreshing scoop of strawberry ice cream in a waffle cone. Use a close-up shot that captures the creamy texture and small chunks of real strawberries. A single drop of melted ice cream is about to fall from the bottom of the cone. The background is a soft-focus summer day scene. The text “Summer in a Scoop” should be in a light, script font.

Create an ad for a refreshing scoop of strawberry ice cream in a waffle cone. Use a close-up shot that captures the creamy texture and small chunks of real strawberries. A single drop of melted ice cream is about to fall from the bottom of the cone. The background is a soft-focus summer day scene. The text "Summer in a Scoop" should be in a light, script font.

That drop about to fall creates urgency – you need to eat it now before it melts. Perfect for hot weather marketing.

18. Golden Masala Dosa

Prompt: Create a poster showcasing a golden, crispy Masala Dosa. The dosa should be rolled into a large, perfect cone, taking up most of the frame, with a hint of the spiced potato filling peeking out from the end. It is served on a traditional banana leaf with three small bowls of colorful chutneys (coconut, tomato, and mint) and a bowl of steaming sambar. The lighting is bright and natural, reminiscent of a South Indian breakfast. The text “Crispy, Golden, Divine” should be in a clean, modern font.

Create a poster showcasing a golden, crispy Masala Dosa. The dosa should be rolled into a large, perfect cone, taking up most of the frame, with a hint of the spiced potato filling peeking out from the end. It is served on a traditional banana leaf with three small bowls of colorful chutneys (coconut, tomato, and mint) and a bowl of steaming sambar. The lighting is bright and natural, reminiscent of a South Indian breakfast. The text "Crispy, Golden, Divine" should be in a clean, modern font.

The cone shape and peek of filling show exactly what makes a dosa special. The traditional presentation adds authenticity.

19. Perfect Eggs Benedict

Prompt: Create a poster for a classic eggs benedict. The shot is a close-up focusing on a perfectly poached egg being pierced, with the golden yolk running down over the hollandaise sauce and Canadian bacon. The English muffin below should be lightly toasted. The lighting is bright morning light. The text “The Perfect Start” should be in an elegant, serif font.

Create a poster for a classic eggs benedict. The shot is a close-up focusing on a perfectly poached egg being pierced, with the golden yolk running down over the hollandaise sauce and Canadian bacon. The English muffin below should be lightly toasted. The lighting is bright morning light. The text "The Perfect Start" should be in an elegant, serif font.

The runny yolk is the money shot for eggs benedict. This prompt captures that perfect moment of the yolk breaking.

20. Fresh Orange Juice Splash

Prompt: Create a poster for fresh-squeezed orange juice. The image should be dynamic, showing an orange being squeezed with juice splashing into a tall, clear glass. The lighting should be bright and back-lit to make the juice glow. Fresh oranges, some cut in half, are in the background. The text “Pure Sunshine” should be in a clean, energetic font.

Create a poster for fresh-squeezed orange juice. The image should be dynamic, showing an orange being squeezed with juice splashing into a tall, clear glass. The lighting should be bright and back-lit to make the juice glow. Fresh oranges, some cut in half, are in the background. The text "Pure Sunshine" should be in a clean, energetic font.

The action and backlighting make the juice look incredibly fresh and appealing. Perfect for health-focused marketing.

21. Comforting Oatmeal Bowl

Prompt: Create an ad for a hearty bowl of oatmeal. The shot is warm and comforting, with steam rising from the bowl. The oatmeal is topped with sliced almonds, fresh berries, and a drizzle of honey. The bowl is held by a person wearing a cozy sweater. The lighting is soft and warm. The text “Warmth in a Bowl” should be in a comforting, handwritten font.

Create an ad for a hearty bowl of oatmeal. The shot is warm and comforting, with steam rising from the bowl. The oatmeal is topped with sliced almonds, fresh berries, and a drizzle of honey. The bowl is held by a person wearing a cozy sweater. The lighting is soft and warm. The text "Warmth in a Bowl" should be in a comforting, handwritten font.

The human element and cozy setting make this feel homey and comforting. Great for cold weather or wellness marketing.

22. Golden French Fries

Prompt: Create an advertisement for golden, crispy french fries. The shot is a dynamic, mid-air shot of fries tumbling out of a red and white striped carton. Each fry should look perfectly crisp, with visible salt crystals. The background is a clean, solid color like deep blue. The text “Simply Golden” should be in a bold, fun font.

Create an advertisement for golden, crispy french fries. The shot is a dynamic, mid-air shot of fries tumbling out of a red and white striped carton. Each fry should look perfectly crisp, with visible salt crystals. The background is a clean, solid color like deep blue. The text "Simply Golden" should be in a bold, fun font.

The mid-air shot creates energy and shows the crispiness of the fries. The contrast against the blue background makes the golden color pop.

23. Homestyle Chocolate Chip Cookies

Prompt: Create a poster for freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. The shot features a stack of warm, soft cookies, with one broken in half to show the melted, gooey chocolate chips inside. A glass of cold milk is next to the stack. The lighting is warm and homey. The text “Just Like Mom’s” should be in a friendly, nostalgic script.

Create a poster for freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. The shot features a stack of warm, soft cookies, with one broken in half to show the melted, gooey chocolate chips inside. A glass of cold milk is next to the stack. The lighting is warm and homey. The text "Just Like Mom's" should be in a friendly, nostalgic script.

The broken cookie shows the texture, and the milk adds to the homey feeling. Perfect for comfort food marketing.

24. Refreshing Iced Coffee

Prompt: Create an advertisement for an iced coffee beverage. The shot is a refreshing close-up of a tall glass filled with iced coffee, with cream swirling beautifully into the dark liquid. Condensation is visible on the outside of the glass. The background is a bright, slightly blurred café setting. The text “Your Daily Chill” should be in a cool, modern font.

Create an advertisement for an iced coffee beverage. The shot is a refreshing close-up of a tall glass filled with iced coffee, with cream swirling beautifully into the dark liquid. Condensation is visible on the outside of the glass. The background is a bright, slightly blurred café setting. The text "Your Daily Chill" should be in a cool, modern font.

The swirling cream and condensation make this look incredibly refreshing. Perfect for coffee shops and summer promotions.

25. Explosive Pani Puri

Prompt: Create a fun, explosive advertisement for Pani Puri (also known as Golgappe). The poster should feature a close-up, action shot of a crispy puri being cracked open and filled with potato and chickpea mash, then being dipped into a bowl of spicy green pani (flavored water), causing a small splash. The colors should be incredibly vibrant. The background is a colorful, out-of-focus Indian street market scene. The text “Explosion of Flavor” should be in a playful, energetic font.

Create a fun, explosive advertisement for Pani Puri (also known as Golgappe). The poster should feature a close-up, action shot of a crispy puri being cracked open and filled with potato and chickpea mash, then being dipped into a bowl of spicy green pani (flavored water), causing a small splash. The colors should be incredibly vibrant. The background is a colorful, out-of-focus Indian street market scene. The text "Explosion of Flavor" should be in a playful, energetic font.

The action and splash capture the excitement of eating pani puri. The vibrant colors reflect the bold flavors.

These prompts are just starting points. Feel free to modify them based on your specific needs. Change the colors, adjust the text, or swap out ingredients to match your menu or brand.

The key is understanding what makes each prompt work and applying those principles to your own food photography needs. Whether you’re creating social media content, menu designs, or marketing materials, these techniques will help you create images that make people hungry and ready to take action.

Microsoft Copilot makes it easy to iterate and refine your images until they’re exactly what you need. Don’t be afraid to try variations or combine elements from different prompts to create something uniquely yours.

25 Microsoft Copilot Prompts for Stunning Food Posters