Description
Enjoy a nostalgic and refreshing Orange Julius made in just 5 minutes! This homemade version delivers a perfectly frothy, creamy, and tart orange drink reminiscent of the classic treat. Combining frozen orange juice concentrate, milk, vanilla pudding mix, and a touch of sweetness, this recipe is simple, quick, and customizable for your preferred consistency and taste.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 ounces (¾ cup) frozen orange juice concentrate, no sugar added
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 3-4 tablespoons powdered sugar (3 tbsp for more tartness)
- 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix powder (or substitute 2 teaspoons vanilla extract)
- 1¼ cups ice (approx. 16 ice cubes)
- Optional: 1 pasteurized egg (about 3 tablespoons) OR 1 tablespoon egg white powder
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the frozen orange juice concentrate, whole milk, powdered sugar, and instant vanilla pudding mix powder into a high-powered blender.
- Blend Smooth: Process these ingredients until the mixture is smooth and frothy, ensuring the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Add Ice and Egg White: Incorporate the ice cubes and the optional pasteurized egg white or egg white powder to the blender for a creamy frothy texture.
- Blend to Desired Consistency: Blend again to achieve your preferred texture, whether a thick smoothie or a slushy with some ice chunks. Remember, blending longer will thin the drink.
- Adjust Sweetness and Thickness: Taste your Orange Julius and add more powdered sugar if a sweeter drink is desired, or a bit of orange zest or concentrate for extra tanginess. Briefly blend after additions.
- Modify Thickness if Needed: If the drink is too thin, blend in additional ice cubes; if too thick, add a splash of milk and blend briefly to reach the perfect consistency.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the Orange Julius into glasses and enjoy right away for the best frothy texture and fresh flavor.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute whole milk with a plant-based milk like almond or oat and omit the egg white.
- The optional pasteurized egg white adds a rich creaminess but can be skipped safely.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on your preference and the sweetness of your orange juice concentrate.
- Use a high-powered blender to effectively crush the ice and combine ingredients smoothly.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the characteristic frothy texture before it settles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
