Orange Julius recipe with fresh orange juice is a fun twist on your favorite cocktail, a refreshing cocktail to enjoy at any time of the day or night. This citrusy and sweet drink is made from Julius – is an easy and quick orange juice recipe that will help brighten up your meal.
It all starts with freshly squeezed orange juice and simple syrup; however, you can buy bottled oranges and lemonade concentrate which will cut down some of the prep work.
This recipe is one of our favorites because it is super easy to make and a great drink to enjoy after a long day. We also like this recipe because it is so versatile.
You can use fresh lime juice instead of the fresh orange juice, you can use store bought orange juice concentrate or even concentrate from fresh lemonade that comes in a bottle.
There are many benefits of this recipe and one of the best is that it is a healthy alternative to any alcoholic drink. Because it is so easy to make and that you use so little ingredients, there are no calories from alcohol.
Another benefit to making this drink at home is no need for a mixer or shaking your cocktail. You simply pour, mix and serve – creating a perfect cocktail every time!
How To Make Orange Julius Recipe With Fresh Orange Juice?
Prepare time: 10 min
Ingredients
- 2 fresh oranges
- 2 tsp. freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 1/4 cup simple syrup divided (1 cup)
- 1/2 cup vodka (optional)
Instructions
Step 1. Peel orange and cut in half.
Step 2. Squeeze oranges and measure out the juice. You should get about 2 cups of fresh orange juice. We used fresh orange juice here, but you can use store bought concentrate, too.
Step 3. Measure out 1 cup of simple syrup into a bowl and stir with lemon juice to dissolve sugar into a syrup consistency.
Step 4. Place the two oranges in a clean jar or container with a tight lid (a coffee mug works well).
Step 5. Pour the simple syrup over the oranges, leaving 1/2 inch of airspace.
Step 6. Press down on the oranges with a bowl, muddler or wooden spoon so most of the syrup gets released and keeps on coming out as you stir.
Step 7. Let sit for at least 1 hour before serving to allow some of the flavors to infuse. The longer it sits, the better the drink will be!
Nutrition Facts Of Orange Julius Recipe With Fresh Orange Juice
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 48.3g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 5mg
- Sugar: 45.5g
5 Amazing Health Benefits Of Orange Julius Recipe With Fresh Orange Juice
1. Skin Care
Oranges are rich in citric acid, vitamin C, folic acid and potassium. There are a lot of vitamins and minerals that make the skin look healthy.
2. Heart Health
Fresh orange juice is very rich in vitamin C and vitamin A. Vitamin C is known to slow down the thinning of the arteries which can lead to heart diseases like atherosclerosis.
Vitamin A also promotes healthy vision and protects against macular degeneration. It also protects our cells from oxidative damage which helps fight against cancer.
3. Prevents Cancer
Oranges are rich in natural fruit acids that can help prevent cancer formation by inhibiting the growth of abnormal cell growths.
The fruit acids also have antifungal and antibacterial properties which can help in the prevention of fungal and bacterial infections.
4. Brain Function
The chemical structure of oranges is very similar to that of the neurotransmitter symptomize, which helps improve brain function by increasing the strength of synapses in our brain.
The antioxidants present in the juice also protect brain cells from damage caused by free radicals and damage to neural tissue, thus preventing memory loss and dementia.
5. Prevents Constipation
Oranges are very high in fiber. The soluble fiber present in oranges can help fill us up, making it a great fruit to eat if you have a sensitive stomach.
The citric acid in the fruit also stimulates the digestive tract by increasing the production of saliva, which helps dissolve food particles and move them through your system.
Conclusion
Orange Julius recipe with fresh orange juice is an easy and quick orange juice recipe that will help brighten up your meal.
It all starts with freshly squeezed orange juice and simple syrup; however, you can buy bottled oranges and lemonade concentrate which will cut down some of the prep work.
