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Orange Julius (Copycat Style) - Creamy, Frothy, Refreshing

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup orange juice (fresh-squeezed or high-quality store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole milk for creaminess; use almond, oat, or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup water (helps with blending and froth)
  • 2–3 tablespoons sugar (or honey, maple syrup, or agave; adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla pudding mix or instant vanilla drink mix (optional) for extra body and that classic flavor vibe
  • Pinch of salt (balances sweetness)
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups ice (more ice for thicker, frostier texture)
  • Optional add-ins: 2 tablespoons frozen orange concentrate for a stronger orange punch; 1–2 tablespoons powdered milk or collagen for extra creaminess and protein

Method
 

  1. Chill your liquids: If you can, use cold orange juice and milk. Colder ingredients make a thicker, frothier drink.
  2. Add base ingredients to the blender: Pour in orange juice, milk, water, sugar, vanilla, optional pudding mix, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Blend briefly: Run the blender for 10–15 seconds to dissolve the sugar and incorporate the vanilla.
  4. Add ice: Start with 1 cup of ice. Blend on high until smooth and foamy, 20–30 seconds. If you want a thicker texture, add the remaining 1/2 cup ice and blend again.
  5. Taste and adjust: Add a little more sugar for sweetness, a splash of milk for extra creaminess, or a few ice cubes for thickness. Blend again for 5–10 seconds.
  6. Serve immediately: Pour into chilled glasses. You should see a light, bubbly foam on top—that’s the signature finish.