Description
A refreshing and creamy Orange Julius recipe that combines fresh orange juice, milk, and a hint of vanilla for a smooth and delightful citrus beverage. Perfect for a quick, easy, and delicious drink to enjoy any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Orange Julius Ingredients
- 1 cup orange juice (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 cup milk (can substitute with almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
- ½ cup ice
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (optional, for extra citrus flavor)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a blender, add the orange juice, milk, ice, water, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and orange zest if using, ensuring all components are ready for blending.
- Blend until smooth: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust the thickness by adding more ice for a thicker drink or more water for a thinner consistency if desired.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the blended drink and add more powdered sugar if you prefer a sweeter flavor, blending again briefly to incorporate.
- Serve immediately: Pour the Orange Julius into glasses, ready to be enjoyed fresh and chilled.
- Optional garnish: Garnish with a slice of orange or an additional sprinkle of orange zest for an attractive presentation and enhanced citrus aroma.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for a brighter, more natural flavor, although store-bought juice works well too.
- Substitute milk with almond or oat milk to make this drink dairy-free.
- Adjust the sweetness and citrus zest amount according to your taste preferences.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor; leftover drink may separate or lose its frothy quality.
- Adding more ice will give a thicker, frostier texture similar to the classic orange julius consistency.
