A copycat Orange Julius made in the blender using orange concentrate, milk, vanilla extract, and a little bit of sugar!

A couple cups of Orange Julius with fresh oranges on the side.

Why We Love This Orange Julius

  • Minimal Ingredients: With just a few common ingredients, it delivers big flavor.
  • Creamy and Refreshing: Smooth texture with a burst of citrus.
  • Customizable: Adjust sugar to your preference.
  • Easy to Make: Blend quickly for instant enjoyment.
  • Enjoy Anytime: Perfect for any occasion, it’s always a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients being added to the blender.

Ingredients In Orange Julius

  • Orange Juice Concentrate: Provides the primary orange flavor and sweetness.
  • Whole Milk: Adds creaminess and richness to the texture.
  • Powdered Sugar: Enhances sweetness and contributes to a smoother texture.
  • Vanilla Extract: Complements the orange flavor in your orange julius.
  • Ice Cubes: Creates a cold, frothy texture, making the drink refreshing.

Blended Orange Julius still in the blender.

Ready-to-drink Orange Julius with a straw in it and cut oranges around it.

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Orange Julius

By Chelsea Lords
This copycat Orange Julius is made in the blender using orange concentrate, milk, vanilla extract, and a little bit of sugar—done in just 5 minutes!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2 large servings

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients 
 

  • 1/2 of a (12-ounce) container orange juice from concentrate, not thawed
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar see note 1
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract increase/reduce to personal preference
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions 

  • Combine everything in a blender and process until completely smooth and no ice chunks remain.
  • Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: Adjust sweetness by scaling down powdered sugar to personal preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 68mg | Potassium: 734mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 117mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Chelsea

Hello, and welcome to Chelsea’s Messy Apron! I’m Chelsea, the recipe developer, food photographer, and writer behind the site. I’m passionate about creating simple, reliable, and delicious recipes that anyone can make.

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29 Comments

  1. Merium says:

    5 stars
    This was utterly delightful !! So I would like to say thank you for this astounding recipe!

    Reply
    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      I am so happy to hear! Thanks so much! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Cementine Wilcox says:

    5 stars
    I love this! I reduced the milk and put a little whipping cream on it was like whip cream on the top!

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    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      I am so happy you loved this Orange Julius! Thanks so much for your comment! 🙂

      Reply