I haven’t had a real Orange Julius for a long time, so I can’t really say if this drink is a true replica. But it is yummy. We made it for a mid-morning snack today in answer to Jeff’s hankering (and inspiration).
Healthy Orange “Julius”
makes (3) 8-ounce servings
- 3 oranges
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon raw agave syrup or raw honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond milk
Combine all ingredients in blender container or Vita-Mix wet container. Blend on HIGH until smooth.
© Copyright 2007 by Wardeh Harmon.
I bet this was better! I had fond memories of Orange Julius being SOOOO good when we occasionally indulged as a child, but having had one a couple times in the past few years, I ended up being really disappointed. They were at different places, and they weren’t really anything to rave about. I thought perhaps the first time that I just got a “bad batch”, but then it happened again. So… I wouldn’t buy another one. But sometimes I make my own at home. Yumm!
(Oh, and the [most likely terribly unhealthy] Triple Berry Smoothie that Orange Julius makes is DELICOUS)
I have good memories of Orange Julius, too. We frequently got them when we went to the mall. I wonder what made yours that you bought so bad? Love, Wardeh
I love these smoothies! Here’s my favorite Orange Julius version (not so healthy as yours!)
OJ Frosty
1 12 oz can of orange juice concentrate
2 cups milk (we use raw)
1 cup granulated sugar (we use Rapadura to taste)
2 cups water
2 tsp. vanilla
about 30 ice cubes
Blend in VitaMix. I think it is a great copy of Orange Julius!
Let me know what you think!
Momma
Thanks for sharing your recipe! This must make alot. And does the real Orange Julius have that much sugar? I bet this tastes good. I will try it with OJ concentrate but I’ll reduce the sugar and use agave instead. Love, Wardeh
Ha-ha! We were still adjusting our taste buds last year at this time. I still make this recipe but use only about 1/4 cup honey. Sometimes I also use real oranges. I think the real Orange Julies DOES use that much sugar! This recipe fills my VitaMix and serves all ten of us.
Momma
Hi, there! Thanks for the update on your recipe — I’m glad to hear you’ve cut back on the sugar.
Love, Wardeh
Stopped reading to make this - so delicious and fresh tasting vs. the “real” thing. I had only two oranges and soy rather than almond milk but it works. Adding this into my routine for sure!