Description
Orange Julius brings zesty California sunshine to your glass with a creamy, frothy blend of fresh orange juice, milk, vanilla, and ice. Refreshing and nostalgic, this classic drink delivers a delightful coolness you’ll savor sip by sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) frozen orange juice concentrate
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) vanilla ice cream
Sweeteners:
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 3 cups (420 grams) ice cubes
Instructions
- Place frozen orange juice concentrate, sugar, milk, vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a high-powered blender.
- Activate blender and pulse on high speed, creating a smooth, creamy consistency while ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Continue blending for approximately 30-45 seconds until the mixture becomes frothy and light with a uniform texture.
- Transfer the vibrant orange beverage into chilled serving glasses, ensuring an even pour.
- Enhance presentation by garnishing with a fresh orange slice perched on the glass rim and inserting a playful striped straw.
- Serve immediately to preserve the drink’s refreshing temperature and delightful frothy texture.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for a brighter, more vibrant flavor if you prefer a less processed taste.
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk to make this drink dairy-free and suitable for different dietary needs.
- Reduce sugar or use a natural sweetener like honey or stevia for a healthier version that still maintains the classic Orange Julius taste.
- Freeze extra Orange Julius in popsicle molds for a fun summer treat that kids and adults will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 261
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 43 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg