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Orange Julius Recipe

Orange Julius

Orange Julius is a creamy, frothy orange drink made with orange juice, milk, vanilla, and ice. It has a smooth texture and a sweet citrus flavor that feels refreshing and nostalgic.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 3 Servings
Course: Beverages, Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 oz frozen orange juice concentrate half a can
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 12 ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Add frozen orange juice concentrate to the blender.
  2. Pour in the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  3. Drop in the ice cubes.
  4. Start blending on high speed until the mixture turns smooth and frothy.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed, then pour into glasses and serve right away.
My Tip: I blend for a full 30 seconds to get that airy texture similar to orange julius dq.

    Notes

    • Frozen orange juice concentrate gives the classic Orange Julius flavor, so avoid using fresh orange juice.
    • Whole milk creates a creamy texture similar to orange julius at Dairy Queen, though low-fat milk works for a lighter drink.
    • Adjust sugar based on taste since some orange juice concentrates taste sweeter than others.
    • Blend slightly longer to get the frothy texture that makes this drink feel smooth and airy.
    • Serve right after blending for the best taste and texture, since the drink thickens as it sits.