Orange Dreamsicle
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of summer with this creamy and refreshing Orange Dreamsicle recipe! This easy-to-make frozen treat combines freshly squeezed orange juice, whole milk, and a touch of heavy cream to create a smooth and velvety base, perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and enhanced by fragrant vanilla extract and a hint of orange zest. Pour this luscious mixture into popsicle molds, freeze, and you'll have eight dreamy popsicles bursting with citrusy sweetness and creamy texture. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this delightful recipe is perfect for hot days or a quick dessert fix. Whether you’re reminiscing about classic orange-vanilla ice cream bars or creating new summer memories, these homemade Orange Dreamsicles are sure to impress both kids and adults!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 set Ice popsicle molds or small paper cups
- 8 sticks Popsicle sticks
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or flavor by adding a bit more sugar or vanilla extract if desired.
Carefully pour the mixture into ice popsicle molds or small paper cups, leaving a small amount of headspace at the top for expansion as it freezes.
Insert popsicle sticks into the center of each mold. If using paper cups, cover the tops with a piece of aluminum foil and poke the sticks through the foil to help them stay upright.
Place the molds in the freezer for at least 4-6 hours, or until the popsicles are completely frozen solid.
Once frozen, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds to loosen the popsicles, then carefully pull them out.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Orange Dreamsicle!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 89 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.0 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 947 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
