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Orange Julius

Orange juice, milk, sugar, vanilla and ice blended until thick and frothy. The creamsicle-style shopping-mall drink, made at home in five minutes.

Not yet ratedThis recipe has no ratings yet 5 min total Serves 2 servings Easy
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How to Make Orange Julius

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  1. Put the orange juice, milk, sugar, vanilla and ice in a blender.

  2. Blend on high for 1 minute, until the ice is crushed and the drink is thick, smooth and frothy.

  3. Pour into two tall glasses, garnish with the orange slices and serve at once with a straw.

Tips for Making Orange Julius

  • Blend for the full minute. It crushes the ice fine and whips air into the drink, and that froth is what makes it an Orange Julius.
  • Use a good orange juice, ideally freshly squeezed or a chilled not-from-concentrate one. It is the main flavour, and the drink can only be as good as it.
  • Drink it straight away. It separates as it stands, and the foam collapses within minutes.

What to Serve with Orange Julius

  • Hot dogs
  • Soft pretzels
  • Salted popcorn

Storing & Reheating Orange Julius

Best made and drunk at once. If it separates, blend it again for 15 seconds. Not suitable for keeping.

Orange Julius FAQ: Common Questions

How long does Orange Julius take to make?

About 5 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and of cooking. The recipe serves 2.

What are the key tips for making Orange Julius?

Blend for the full minute. It crushes the ice fine and whips air into the drink, and that froth is what makes it an Orange Julius. Use a good orange juice, ideally freshly squeezed or a chilled not-from-concentrate one. It is the main flavour, and the drink can only be as good as it. Drink it straight away. It separates as it stands, and the foam collapses within minutes.

What should I serve with Orange Julius?

Hot dogs; Soft pretzels; Salted popcorn.

Is Orange Julius suitable for a special diet?

This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.

How many calories are in Orange Julius?

About 142 kcal per serving, with 3 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 2 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.

Orange Julius Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.

142Calories
3gProtein
28gCarbs
2gFat
0gFibre
26gSugar
30mgSodium

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