Augustus Jackson

Augustus Jackson (April 16, 1808 – January 11, 1852) was a businessperson, chef, ice cream maker, and confectioner from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is credited as inventing a modern method of manufacturing ice cream and for new flavor development. He is nicknamed “the Father of Ice Cream”, despite not inventing ice cream. Jackson served for twenty years as a chef at the White House in Washington, D.C., before opening his own catering and confection business.

Early life and White House Chef Augustus Jackson was born on April 16, 1808, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Jackson worked as a chef in the White House in Washington, D.C. from 1817 until 1837. although mentions of salt and ice being used is mentioned as early as 1711 by English cookbook author Mary Eales in her book Mrs Mary Eales's Receipts. Additionally, Jackson developed techniques to control the custard while it was freezing. There is no evidence that Jackson patented any of his recipes or techniques. His ice cream flavors, techniques, and recipes are no longer documented.

Jackson died at the age of 43, on January 11, 1852.