Name: Orange Julius
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
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

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.

The Best Orange Julius
Ingredients In Orange Julius
How To Make An Orange Julius
Try Something New!
Tips For Success
More Citrus Treats
Orange Julius Recipe

The Best Orange Julius

Nothing takes me back to my childhood faster than an Orange Julius. My siblings learned how to make it in their foods class, and it became a tradition for my mom to whip one up every Christmas morning. So it was frequently made in my home!

It’s one of those drinks that’s impossible to mess up—so simple, so refreshing, and completely delicious.

Naturally, I had to share my Orange Julius recipe here! With just a few ingredients and a couple of minutes, you’ll have a drink that’s as nostalgic as it is irresistible. You’re going to love it!

Ingredients In Orange Julius

Orange juice concentrate: Use straight from the freezer—no need to thaw.
Whole milk: Swap whole milk for almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
Powdered sugar: Adjust the amount to suit your sweetness preference.
Vanilla extract: Taste and adjust the amount for a stronger or subtler flavor.
Ice cubes: Blend until completely smooth for the best texture.

Blended Orange Julius still in the blender.

How To Make An Orange Julius

Combine ingredients. Add all the ingredients to a blender.
Blend. Blend everything until the ice is all combined and it’s frothy.
Serve. Immediately after blending, pour into glasses and enjoy! It’s sure to be a hit!

Variations

Try Something New!

Top your drink with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm flavor.
Add some frozen berries, like strawberries or raspberries, for extra fruitiness.
Use coconut milk instead of regular milk for a tropical flavor like a Pina Colada.

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

Tips For Success

Pick Good Ingredients: Use the best orange juice concentrate and real vanilla for great flavor.
Sweeten to Taste: Add powdered sugar until it’s as sweet as you like.
Blend Until Smooth: Make sure there are no ice bits for a creamy texture.
Enjoy Right Away: Drink your Orange Julius fresh because it doesn’t store well.
Use Cold Ingredients: Chill the milk and water for an extra refreshing drink.

More Citrus Treats

Lemon Poppyseed Cookies with a delicious glaze
Lemon Pie from a famous bakery
Key Lime Pie with a graham cracker crust
Lemon Berry Slush refreshing and delicious
Lemon Blueberry Bread quick and easy to make

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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

Total Time: 5

Servings: 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.

Storage: Orange Julius is best enjoyed fresh and doesn’t store well once blended.

Nutrition

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

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