Description

This Homemade Orange Julius recipe recreates the classic mall favorite right in your kitchen. It blends frozen orange juice concentrate, milk, water, sugar, and vanilla to create a frothy, creamy drink that’s refreshing and nostalgic. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can whip up this sweet citrus treat in minutes—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a special treat for any time of year.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

1 can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed (12 ounces)
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

To Serve

12 ice cubes

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Instructions

Blend the Liquid Base: In a blender, combine the thawed orange juice concentrate, milk, water, sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend on medium speed until the mixture is completely smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
Add Ice: Add the ice cubes to the blender. Blend again on high speed until the drink is frothy and the ice is fully crushed, giving the Orange Julius its signature creamy texture.
Serve: Pour immediately into chilled glasses. Serve with a straw and garnish with an orange slice if desired. Enjoy while cold and frothy.

Notes

For a slightly healthier version, reduce the sugar or use a sugar substitute.
For extra creaminess, use whole milk or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
This recipe is easy to double for a crowd—simply adjust ingredient quantities and blend in batches if necessary.
Ensure the ice is well blended for a smooth, icy texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 (about 10 ounces)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 8mg