- In her newest recipe, Michelin-trained chef Poppy O’ Toole (aka @poppycooks) teams up with Ocado to create the deliciously wacky Maris Piper Potato Ice Cream
- This unique dessert recipe blends ice cream with Poppy’s signature ingredient, the humble potato, for a bold but tasty twist on the classic summer dessert
- Poppy’s potato ice cream is topped with crunchy, umami maple bacon or potato sticks for a veggie twist
- Find Poppy and Ocado’s simple, low-cost, no-churn recipe below, via @poppycooks on Instagram and at Ocado.com
Today, as part of her new partnership with the UK’s largest dedicated online retailer Ocado, rising culinary star Poppy O’Toole (@poppycooks) unveils a brand new recipe with a unique spin on everyone’s favourite summer treat.
The ‘Potato Queen’ has taken her passion for the UK’s most versatile and culturally beloved vegetable – the humble potato – to new heights and evolved it into an entirely new form. Introducing Maris Piper Potato Ice Cream: the ultimate dessert where sweet meets savoury with a low-cost, no-churn ice cream method.
While the thought of using potatoes in ice cream might seem bizarre, Ocado and Poppy have redefined the boundaries of this iconic ingredient. Thanks to their naturally fluffy texture, Maris Piper potatoes are the perfect complementary ice cream addition, creating a smooth, creamy finish that’s rich in both flavour and consistency. No Maris Pipers? No problem – any trusty white potato will do the trick just as well.
Taking the sweet-meets-savoury trend to the next level, Michelin-trained Poppy has elevated her Potato Ice Cream recipe with a topping of maple bacon – a sticky, umami-rich addition that delivers a satisfying crunch and a burst of saltiness for the tastebuds. For those seeking a veggie alternative, Poppy also suggests topping the ice cream with crispy potato sticks, for a crunchy, textural twist.
Savoury ice creams are fast becoming a credible new direction in dessert-making – with chefs and home cooks alike experimenting with ingredients like beetroot, miso and olive oil to add depth and intrigue. Poppy’s Maris Piper ice cream sits firmly in that space: surprising, yes, but balanced and genuinely delicious. It builds on the enduring appeal of sweet-salty pairings – think chips dipped in a McFlurry – and turns it into a bold but totally scoopable summer treat.
But whilst Poppy’s recipe provides an unexpected savoury twist, she’s certainly not compromising on flavour, saying: “People might know me for my roasties, but now it’s time for potato-based desserts to enter the chat. Sounds a bit wild, I know – but trust me, it works. I’ve always loved showing how everyday ingredients can surprise you, and teaming up with Ocado gave me the perfect excuse to finally master the art of potato ice cream. Maris Pipers give it that velvety, creamy texture while keeping the sweetness in check, and topped with a bit of maple bacon or potato sticks? You’re in summery dessert heaven. Unexpected, unapologetic, and absolutely delicious.”
Nicola Waller, Buying Director at Ocado Retail says: “This recipe is a brilliant example of how experimenting with unusual flavour combinations and ingredients is creating bold, surprising takes on everyday classics. Who better to bring this trend to life than Poppy – the queen of potatoes – who’s developed this potato ice cream recipe just for us. It’s fun, unexpected, easy to make, and totally delicious. With her recipe and the ingredients available at Ocado.com, it’s never been easier to try something new at home.”
This collaboration brings together Ocado’s commitment to innovation and quality with Poppy Cooks’ culinary creativity, inspiring home cooks to think outside the box. Poppy Cooks’ exclusive recipe can be found at: @poppycooks, and buy all the ingredients now at Ocado.com.
