Copycat Orange Julius
Remember those frothy, creamy orange drinks from the mall food court days? The ones that tasted like a dreamsicle had a baby with a milkshake? Yep, that’s the one. This homemade Copycat Orange Julius recipe nails it — tangy, sweet, frothy, and ridiculously refreshing. Best part? You can whip it up in your blender with a handful of pantry staples. Pajamas optional, but encouraged.
Why You’ll Love It
- Nostalgia in a glass. One sip and you’ll be transported straight back to your teenage mall-rat days.
- Quick & easy. Toss it in a blender, push a button, and voilà.
- Budget-friendly. Why pay $5 a cup when you can make a whole blender full at home?
- Customizable. Sweeter? Less sweet? Extra frothy? You’re in charge now.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. can frozen concentrated orange juice
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons vanilla pudding powder
- 15ish ice cubes
Instructions
- Add the orange juice concentrate, milk, water, sugar, vanilla extract, and pudding powder to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the ice cubes gradually, blending until the mixture is frothy and creamy.
- Optional: Place the mixture in the freezer for 10–15 minutes before serving for an extra-chilled drink.
Pro Tips
- Want it lighter? Swap in almond milk or oat milk.
- Need more creaminess? Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream (no judgment here).
- For brunch vibes – garnish with a slice of orange on the rim of your glass.
Pairing Suggestions
- A plate of fluffy scrambled eggs and toast — because balance.
- Fresh fruit salad if you’re pretending to be healthy.
- Or just pair with Netflix and your couch. Honestly, that’s the move.
Favorite Tools Used
- Blender: The real MVP here.
- Measuring spoons & cups
Final Thoughts
This Copycat Orange Julius is everything you loved about the mall version — only fresher, cheaper, and available on demand in your very own kitchen. Make it once and you’ll never shell out money for the food court version again.
Did you give it a try? Let me know how it turned out for you in the comments below!
Copycat Orange Julius
This easy Copycat Orange Julius recipe blends frozen orange juice concentrate, milk, vanilla, and ice into a frothy, creamy drink that tastes just like the mall favorite. Ready in minutes, it’s refreshing, nostalgic, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up.
Equipment
- Blender – The real MVP here.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. can frozen concentrated orange juice
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons vanilla pudding powder
- 15 or more ice cubes
Instructions
- Add the orange juice concentrate, milk, water, sugar, vanilla extract, and pudding powder to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the ice cubes gradually, blending until the mixture is frothy and creamy.
- Optional: Place the mixture in the freezer for 10–15 minutes before serving for an extra-chilled drink.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Want it lighter? Swap in almond milk or oat milk.
- Need more creaminess? Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream (no judgment here).
- For brunch vibes – garnish with a slice of orange on the rim of your glass.
- A plate of fluffy scrambled eggs and toast — because balance.
- Fresh fruit salad if you’re pretending to be healthy.
- Or just pair with Netflix and your couch. Honestly, that’s the move.
Nutrition
Serving: 6 ServingsCalories: 201kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 39mgPotassium: 481mgFiber: 1gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 347IUVitamin C: 82mgCalcium: 124mgIron: 0.2mg
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