Strawberry Orange Julius Ninja Slushi
This Ninja SLUSHi Strawberry Orange Julius is a treat that always disappears fast. It's creamy, fruity, cold, and packed with that classic orange-and-vanilla flavor people already love, with strawberries giving it a bright, sweet twist.
Ninja SLUSHi Strawberry Orange Julius
Are you on the SLUSHi train yet? I bought one of the early versions of these a few months after they were released, and it has been one of the best small appliances! You can slush just about everything in this thing, and I can't get enough.
I LOVE a good Orange Julius from the mall, but have you seen the prices lately? WHOA. It is much easier to just whip them up at home.
Why You'll Love This Dish
- Easy To Make - Everything goes into the blender, then into the Ninja SLUSHi, so the prep stays fast and simple.
- Great Texture - The mix turns out creamy, icy, and smooth with very little effort.
- Family Friendly - It has familiar fruit flavors that work for kids and adults.
- Perfect For Warm Weather - This is a cold, refreshing pick for hot afternoons and casual gatherings.
- Easy To Change Up - You can swap fruit, adjust sweetness, or lean more orange or more strawberry.
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Recipe Shopping List
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate - This is the base flavor and brings strong citrus taste without watering down the drink. It gives you that classic orange drink flavor in a very convenient form.
- Water - Water thins the concentrate to the right consistency so it blends smoothly and freezes properly in the machine.
- Frozen Strawberries - These add sweetness, berry flavor, and a thicker frozen texture. Frozen raspberries or frozen mango can work if you want a different fruit profile.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk - This adds sweetness and a creamy, rich finish. It helps the drink taste fuller and smoother than plain sugar would.
- Heavy Cream - Heavy cream gives the slush a soft, creamy body that makes it feel closer to a dessert drink. Half-and-half can work for a lighter version, though the texture won't be quite as rich.
- Vanilla Extract - Vanilla ties the citrus and berry flavors together and gives the drink that familiar creamsicle-style edge.
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How To Make This Recipe
This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
- Add the frozen orange juice concentrate, water, frozen strawberries, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and vanilla to a blender.
- Blend until the mixture is fully smooth with no large strawberry pieces left.
- Pour the blended mixture into the Ninja SLUSHi machine.
- Run the machine on the smoothie setting until the drink is frozen and slushy.
- Serve right away in chilled glasses.
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Recipe FAQ
You'll get the best texture right after the SLUSHi cycle finishes. You can blend the liquid mixture ahead and keep it in the fridge for several hours before freezing.
Store leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container. The texture will firm up quite a bit, so it won't stay as soft as it was right out of the machine.
Let it sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes, then stir well or re-blend until it loosens back into a slushy texture.
Yes. Frozen mango, peaches, raspberries, or a mixed berry blend can work here. Keep the total fruit amount close to the original so the texture stays balanced.
You can use half-and-half in place of heavy cream for a lighter result. The drink will still taste good, though it may be a little less creamy.
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Strawberry Orange Julius
This refreshing orange julius copycat is spiked with strawberries for the perfect cool, sweet treat right at home!
Ingredients
- 1 can frozen orange juice
- 3 cans water
- 12 ounce bag frozen strawberries
- 3 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
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Instructions
- Blend everything together in a blender until smooth.
- Add to the Ninja Slush on the smoothie setting until frozen.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 230Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 33mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 1gSugar: 15gProtein: 3g
Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!
