This homemade Orange Julius is a nostalgic treat, offering a velvety smooth texture and bright citrus flavor without the artificial aftertaste. By blending fresh orange juice with milk and sugar, you create a rich, creamy base that gets aerated into a delightful froth when mixed with ice. It’s the perfect refreshing drink for a hot summer day or a comforting pick-me-up on a lazy afternoon. The combination of dairy and citrus creates a unique balance that is both indulgent and refreshing. Serve it immediately to enjoy the maximum frothiness, and feel free to adjust the sweetness to your personal preference. ItâÂÂs a simple yet impressive drink that feels like a special occasion in a glass.
Orange Julius Type Drink
Description
This homemade Orange Julius is a nostalgic treat, offering a velvety smooth texture and bright citrus flavor without the artificial aftertaste. By blending fresh orange juice with milk and sugar, you create a rich, creamy base that gets aerated into a delightful froth when mixed with ice. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect refreshing drink for a hot summer day or a comforting pick-me-up on a lazy afternoon. The combination of dairy and citrus creates a unique balance that is both indulgent and refreshing. Serve it immediately to enjoy the maximum frothiness, and feel free to adjust the sweetness to your personal preference. ItâÂÂs a simple yet impressive drink that feels like a special occasion in a glass.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the sugar, milk, orange juice, and cold water into a blender jar.
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Add the finely crushed ice to the blender.
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Secure the lid and blend on high speed for 10 to 15 seconds until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
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Pour the drink immediately into glasses and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 181.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.7g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 1.2mg1%
- Sodium 25.2mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 42.9g15%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 40.6g
- Protein 2.7g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a closer taste to the original commercial version, substitute the cold water with carbonated water. Note that this will reduce the frothiness slightly as the carbonation takes over.
You can vary the flavor profile by substituting some or all of the orange juice with strawberry or pineapple juice for a fruitier twist.
Be careful not to overfill your blender jar, as the mixture expands significantly during blending. Fill no more than halfway to avoid spills.
Adjust the amount of sugar based on the sweetness of your orange juice and personal preference. You may also use simple syrup for easier blending.
