Orange Julius Smoothies
Transport your taste buds to a refreshing citrus oasis with these Orange Julius Smoothies—a blissful blend of freshly squeezed orange juice, creamy milk, and a hint of vanilla. This quick and easy recipe captures the nostalgic flavor of the classic mall treat right in your kitchen, with just 5 minutes of prep time and no cooking required. Granulated sugar and orange zest add the perfect balance of sweetness and zesty brightness, while a touch of vanilla yogurt (optional) enhances the creaminess. Topped with ice cubes and blended to frothy perfection, this smoothie is a delightfully cool and satisfying drink for any time of day. Serve it immediately for the ultimate creamy orange indulgence, and garnish with orange zest or a citrus slice for a visually stunning finish!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cup Milk (whole, low-fat, or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 cup Vanilla yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
Ensure you have all the ingredients prepped and measured before starting.
In a blender, combine freshly squeezed orange juice, milk, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and orange zest.
Add the optional vanilla yogurt if you prefer a creamier texture.
Top the mixture with ice cubes, which will give the smoothie its signature frothy and cold consistency.
Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and free of ice chunks.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding a small amount of sugar if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately while cold and frothy.
Optional: Garnish with a slice of orange or a sprinkle of orange zest for an extra special touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 178 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1010 mg | 22% | |
*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.
