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How to Make the Best Homemade Orange Julius Recipe at Home

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Make your own copycat Orange Julius recipe at home. It’s quick, easy, and tastes just like the classic citrusy treat we love!

If you’re a fan of the classic Orange Julius drink, we’ve got a copycat recipe that’s going to knock your socks off!

This deliciously creamy and citrusy drink is perfect for hot summer days or whenever you’re craving something sweet and refreshing.

The best part? You don’t have to go to the mall or stand in line at the Orange Julius kiosk anymore.

With our copycat recipe, you can make this homemade Orange Julius right at home with just a few simple ingredients.

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What is an Orange Julius?

Orange Julius is an American chain of beverage stores. There signature Orange Julius drink is a frothy drink made with orange juice, sweetener, milk, vanilla and powdered egg white.

They have been in business since the 1920’s and are usually located inside shopping mallls.

How to Make Orange Julius Recipe

Who else has fond memories of going to the local mall with friends and looking forward to enjoying an Orange Julius drink before leaving?

There is quite the history with Orange Julius. It has been around since 1926, but was bought out by Dairy Queen in 1987.

My sisters and I would go with our mom to Orange Julius each year as a special treat for our birthdays. We would each get the yummy orange fruit smoothie.

Though, I secretly think my mom loved it more than us!! 🙂 I continued that tradition with my kids.

At the time of this writing there are still 963 locations throughout the United States. Thankfully 3 are in my state!

Ingredients for Copycat Orange Julius Recipe

I’ll admit to being a bit skeptical when trying this drink. How could it be as good as the original orange drink?

Well, I’m happy to say it does not disappoint! It is so easy to make at home and is one of the most refreshing drinks.

So grab your blender and let’s get started on making your very own refreshing Orange Julius recipe at home.

  • 12 oz Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate
  • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar (can also add powdered sugar)
  • 1/2 Cup Whole Dairy Milk (you can also use almond milk or coconut milk)
  • 1 Cup Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Ice Cubes
  • Orange Slice (mix it up by adding frozen bananas)

Kitchen Tools

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Add orange juice, vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract, milk & sugar to a blender.

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Blend until smooth.

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Pour into a glass. Garnish with an orange slice.

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Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy orange tasty treat.

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I hope you enjoyed this copycat Orange Julius recipe. Let me know if you give it a try!

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Orange Julius Recipe

Yield: 1 Orange Julius
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 16 minutes

Enjoy the classic Orange Julius taste at home with this easy-to-follow copycat recipe! Learn how to make the delicious beverage in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate
  • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Whole Milk
  • 1 Cup Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Orange Slice

Instructions

  • Add orange juice, vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract, milk & sugar to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Pour into a glass.
  • Garnish with an orange slice.
  • Serve immediately. 
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