Name: Orange Julius
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups ice cubes; 295 millileter frozen orange juice concentrate about 10 ounces; 1 ¾ cup whole milk; ¼ cup granulated white sugar; 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar a.k.a. confectioners sugar or icing sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract; Orange slices or wedges; Whipped cream

This 5 minute homemade Orange Julius recipe couldn’t be easier to make. It’s a frosty creamsicle dream in a cup. Just blend, pour, and sip!

Why this recipe works

An orange Julius is a creamsicle-like frothy concoction that really hits the spot on a hot summer day. This frosted citrus drink is somewhere in between vanilla orange punch and a fruit smoothie. It tastes like a sippable creamsicle popsicle, and if you have yet to try one yourself, you won’t be disappointed!

This recipe only requires ice cubes, frozen orange juice concentrate, milk, sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Simply pour it all into a blender and blitz until it reaches your desired consistency and enjoy!

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

JUICE – You will need a can of orange juice concentrate. If you are unable to find it at the store you can easily make your own at home by pouring fresh orange juice into an ice cube tray, then freezing. Feel free to use a different concentrate for whichever flavor frosted drink you’d like. Pineapple or lemonade would be delicious!

SUGAR – Aside from granulated sugar, we are also using powdered sugar (also known as icing sugar or confectioners sugar) which will help make your drink frothy instead of having to use raw eggs which many recipes call for.

ICE – Taste and adjust as you go with the ice. We’ve provided a base for how much ice to use in your orange Julius, and have found that this is our favorite consistency. However, you can add extra ice if desired for even thicker, frostier texture.

How to Make an Orange Julius

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Add all ingredients into a blender and run for about 30 seconds or until you can no longer hear the ice cubes.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

Do I have to use whole milk?

The whole milk called for in this recipe provides an extra layer of creaminess, but you can substitute with regular milk or even almond milk if desired.

Serving Suggestions

This orange Julius recipe will make 3, 8-ounce highball glasses worth. Optionally garnish with a fresh orange wedge or slice and a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy chilled!

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