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Who here has had an Orange Julius before? We’ve been long-time fans and LOVE to make this copycat Orange Julius recipe!
You really only need 5 ingredients (plus ice), the most important being the orange juice concentrate. This isn’t something we always have on hand, so there may be some planning involved. Everything else is always available at our house.
Then, you simply blend – it’s literally ready in minutes! This is one the girls love to whip up because it really is crazy easy. Best of all, this drink tastes just like the REAL version, which means we can make this at home whenever we want (and it’s WAY cheaper)!!
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Few ingredients. It’s made up of ice, orange juice, sweetener, milk, and vanilla – so simple to make at home!
- Quick + easy. Our kids love to make this orange julius recipe – simply blend! It’s literally ready in minutes!
- Just like the original. 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.
Orange Julius Ingredients
- 6 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate – If you do not have frozen orange concentrate, omit the added water and use 1 cup of fresh orange juice along with orange zest (start with 2 tablespoons of zest and add more to taste).
- 1 cup milk – We prefer whole milk for a creamier drink. You can make it dairy-free and use coconut or almond milk.
- 1 cup water – added to get the right texture
- 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract – balances out the flavor of the drink
- ¼ cup granulated sugar – use more or less depending on the desired level of sweetness
- 1 cup ice cubes – keeps the drink cool, thick, and frothy
- optional ingredients – add frozen bananas, strawberries, or pineapple concentrate for a flavor twist
How to Make Orange Julius
- BLEND. Combine frozen orange juice concentrate, milk, water, vanilla, sugar, and ice cubes in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- For the best flavor, use orange juice concentrate because it is 6x more potent than orange juice.
- We prefer to use whole milk for the creamiest drink!
- For extra frothiness, blend in ¼-½ teaspoon of egg white powder.
- Add the 1 cup of ice gradually to reach your desired thickness.
Orange Julius Recipe
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate
- 1 cup milk, (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1 cup water
- 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine orange juice concentrate, milk, water, vanilla, sugar, and ice in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best flavor use orange juice concentrate because it is 6x more potent than orange juice.
- To use 1 cup of orange juice, omit the orange concentrate and water, and add in 2 tablespoons of orange zest.
- Whole milk helps produce a creamier drink.
- For extra frothiness, blend in ¼-½ teaspoon of egg white powder.
- Add the 1 cup of ice gradually to reach your desired thickness
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Store leftover Orange Julius in the fridge for up to 24 hours in an airtight container. Our favorite thing to do with leftovers is to pour them into a popsicle mold as a refreshing treat.
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This recipe was originally published August 2015.
I’m intrigued by the comment of the gal that mentioned egg white powder. I see they sell it on amazon. I plan on a purchase and trying it. About how much would one use in this recipe?
I haven’t ever added egg white powder to this before, so I’m not exactly sure how much.
This looks really good! Can’t wait to try it. I noticed you have pictured the small nugget ice. Does that work better than large ice cubes? I always loved the icy feel of an orange julius.
You could use either type of ice!
Delicious! I loved getting Orange Julius as a kid when we went to town. We still live very rural and this allows me to have the tasty treat at home…my family all love this recipe!
I will have to say you are one good cook, and so many of your followers appreciate the delicious recipes you share. With six children, it seems impossible that you have the time to do this but, believe me, it is much appreciated. This Orange Julius drink is spot on. One would pay a pretty penny to buy these at the store but what a treat to have it on hand whenever desired and no need to run out to purchase. This is simple, delicious and a crowd pleaser when doubling and tripling the recipe to share with others. I love the fact that I am not asking anyone to drink a raw egg. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe with us. I have put this recipe in my permanent recipe file box.
Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you enjoyed the drink and will again in the future too! That means a lot.
Was a delicious drink and very easy to make. My family and I love all the recipes that i have made from here. Thank you kristyn!
So simple and delicious. Tastes like the real thing. I did use the suggestion of freezing them. What a treat!
Thank you for your recipes
OMG!! I LOVE this recipe. It’s super easy and quick to make. It brings back memories of when I was younger and shopping and having to get Orange Julious before going home.
I haven’t tried this recipe yet but it sounds easy and delicious. I love orange julius drinks. I would also like to see a recipe for the pina colada julius which is also delicious.
Remember when I was young we used to buy them already made they were delicious.
How cool and refreshing this would be on a hot summer day; especially here in Texas right now.