Refreshing & simple Copycat Orange Julius takes a minute to make and tastes just like the real thing. It is a favorite family treat!
Copycat orange julius is one of our go to breakfast drinks!! To complete the meal just add one of our favorite breakfast casseroles or a big stack of pancakes.
What is an Orange Julius?
Who here has had an Orange Julius before? We’ve been long-time fans and recently decided to try making our own copycat version at home. But, what is an Orange Julius?
It’s an American chain famous for their orange drink (orange julius) that is made up of ice, orange juice, sweetener, milk and vanilla. It’s kind of like an orange juice smoothie, except it’s more creamy and frothy. We think it tastes like a melted orange creamsicle.
This recipe is so quick and easy that even a kid can put it together. Best of all, it tastes just like the real version, which means we can make this at home whenever we want.
I cannot wait to make this orange julius recipe again. It really is so simple and tastes so delicious! I have a feeling we will be making this all summer long.
As easy as just blend!!
The orange julius ingredients include:
- frozen orange juice
- milk
- water
- sugar
- vanilla
- ice cubes.
Luckily, we had pretty much all of these ingredients at our house already!
BLEND. To make this yummy recipe, just throw everything in the blender and blend until nice and smooth. It’s that easy!
Recipe FAQ
Use fresh orange juice: If you don’t have orange juice concentrate, freeze an equal amount of fresh orange juice in an ice cube tray (or a glass pan, and then break it into pieces) and put that in the blender with the other ingredients. Using fresh OJ and adding more ice will just change the texture and flavor, which isn’t what you want!
Texture: Adjusting the texture to your liking is quite easy. You can reduce the amount of added water/milk for a thicker texture or increase it if you prefer a thinner texture
Julius with a twist: Add other flavors to the orange julius bananas or strawberries are particularly delicious. Just keep in mind that it will cause a thicker or thinner texture.
STORE leftovers (if you have any) it in the fridge for a day or so in an airtight container, but it’s much better to have it fresh! You can also pour any leftovers into a popsicle mold as a cool treat.
For more delicious drinks, check out:
Orange Julius Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the blender.
- Blend until smooth and serve immediately. ENJOY!
Looks Nice definitely should try thanks 🙂
I think you should too! It is delicious!
It was really good. I used to work in one of those little cafe’s in a mall, 1957 I was 15 lol and we made them different, we used fresh orange juice, ice, orange sherbet, vanilla and no sugar. I’d make your recipe again for sure, we enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing it is definitely a 5 star (should be a 10)
Awe, thank you for saying that! That sounds delicious, the way you used to make it!
Definitely needed sLightly more vanilla and a touch more milk but pretty good overall.
Thank you for trying this recipe!
I used a couple extra ice cubes, unsweetened vanilla almond milk instead of the milk, and 1 Tbs. truVIa in place of the sugar and thought it was pErfect!
That does sound perfect!! Thanks for sharing!
sixty years ago i remember the original Orange julius stands offered to add a banana for an extra 10 cents. it’s the real deal!
also fantastic with vanilla ice cream / milk combo for a real milkshake taste
Great idea!! Thanks!!
I used fresh Orange juice thst i froze ahead of time. After mixing tge ingredients i felt it Needed twice as much frozen juice, sugar and vAnilLa, but tasted great!
Thank you for giving it a try 🙂 We love this all summer long!
i’M GLAD IT’S SHORT TO MAKE, YOU CAN’T FING AN ORANGE JULIUS STORE THAT OFTEN ANYMORE!
Amazin’. We make ’em every night.
So happy to hear that! Thank you!!
It taste different than the orange Julius I grew up on. Just not as orangey. Next time I will use orange juice instead of water maybe that will work
Try my orange smoothie
Six ounces orange juice
Two tablespoons plain yogurt
Quarter cup of sugar
One cup of ice
Blend well
Enjoy
Try my creamsicle shake
Six ounces orange juice
One half cup ice
Blend
Add four scoops vanilla ice cream
Blend
Pour in a tall glass
Add one scoop vanilla ice cream
Enjoy with a spoon and a straw
Made this for a very special Christmas Eve breakfast 2020. Even the leftovers the next morning were good! Will definitely make again 🙂
Happy to hear that! We love this drink! Thank you!
“NIRVANA IN A NUTSHELL”…..so good !
Deb
Glad you think so 🙂 Thank you!
I just made this not even 5 minutes ago and it is delicious, my grandmother who doesn’t even like it, likes this recipe. It was insanely good will keep this recipe for the future!!
Tell your grandma, I am happy she tried it & liked it! Thank you!
I just made this recipe and oh my goodness…yum!!
I used OJ, rather than water, but followed the recipe to the letter otherwise.
I personally think the vanilla is a little strong, so I will half it next time and I know it will be perfect!
Thank you for the recipe, this is one of my favorite frozen drinks and it’s getting more & more difficult to find.
You are welcome! I appreciate you trying it. Thank you for letting me know!
Wow, no words, it’s so good! Thanks!!!