Orange Julius
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5
Orange Julius
Description
To prepare Orange Julius, all the ingredients are added to a blender and mixed until smooth. The result is a creamy, fruity beverage with a bright orange flavor complemented by the sweetness of banana and vanilla. The concentrated orange juice forms the citrus base, while milk adds body and a smooth mouthfeel. Ice cubes chill and slightly thicken the drink, making it refreshing.
The recipe allows for customization by replacing the banana with other frozen fruits such as strawberries, pineapple, mixed berries, or mango, providing a range of flavor profiles. It can also be adapted into vegan or protein-enriched versions by substituting milk types or adding protein powder. Serving immediately preserves the fresh, cold quality of the drink.
This drink is suitable as a breakfast beverage, snack, or light dessert, providing a balance of fruity sweetness and creaminess with an easy preparation method. The inclusion of orange zest elevates the citrus aroma and flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces orange juice concentrate frozen
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar confectioners
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- orange zest of 1
- 1 small banana frozen
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute fresh or frozen strawberries (1½ cups) for the banana to make a strawberry Orange Julius.
- Use 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple instead of banana to create a pineapple version.
- Try mixed berries (1½ cups) such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for a triple berry variation.
- Replace banana with mango from one whole mango or 1 cup frozen chunks for a mango Orange Julius.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute cow’s milk with almond milk or another non-dairy milk.
- Add one scoop of vanilla protein powder to boost protein content while maintaining flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 158 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 158kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 466mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 279IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 64mg | 71% |
| Calcium | 96mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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