Description
Orange Julius delivers a nostalgic blast of creamy citrus sweetness straight from California mall memories. Cool refreshment blends smooth orange juice, milk, vanilla, and ice into a frothy drink that brings instant happiness to anyone craving a classic summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) frozen orange juice concentrate, partially thawed (no water added)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) ice
Sweetening and Flavoring Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Optional Ingredients:
- Raw egg or egg white powder
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Orange slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Gather fresh ingredients and a powerful blender to create this iconic creamy beverage.
- Add chilled orange juice, cold milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and crushed ice into the blender container in a precise sequence.
- Pulse the mixture on medium-high speed for 15-20 seconds, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the texture becomes light and airy.
- Carefully transfer the frothy liquid into tall, chilled glasses, leaving a small space at the top for garnishing.
- Optional: Top the drink with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh orange slice to enhance visual appeal and add a complementary flavor profile.
- Insert a long straw into each glass and serve immediately to preserve the drink’s signature creamy, refreshing consistency.
Notes
- Blend ingredients quickly to maintain the signature frothy texture, avoiding over-mixing.
- Use fresh orange juice for the most vibrant and natural citrus flavor.
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the drink extra cold and refreshing.
- Opt for vanilla extract with pure vanilla for a richer, more authentic taste.
- Serve immediately after blending to capture the drink’s light, airy consistency.
- Store any leftover mixture in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for best quality.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg