Description
This orange creamsicle drink is a nostalgic, creamy refreshment bursting with citrus and vanilla flavor. Perfect for summer gatherings, pool parties, or a quick indulgent treat, this frosty drink combines orange juice, vanilla ice cream, and milk into one irresistible beverage. Easy to make and endlessly customizable for dietary needs, it’s sure to become a warm-weather favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup milk
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Orange slices, for garnish
- Optional:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Honey or sugar, to taste
- Orange zest (for enhanced flavor)
- Coconut milk or almond milk (for dairy-free option)
Instructions
- Squeeze fresh oranges to extract 1 cup of juice. Strain to remove pulp, if desired.
- Add orange juice, vanilla ice cream, and milk to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with honey or sugar, if needed.
- Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance flavor (optional).
- Pour into glasses.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with orange slices.
- Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy.
Notes
- Chill all ingredients before blending for a frostier texture.
- For a tropical twist, add a splash of mango or pineapple juice.
- Vegan version: use plant-based ice cream and dairy-free milk.
- Add orange zest for stronger citrus aroma.
- Best served immediately; if storing, blend again before serving due to separation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blended
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: ~220
- Sugar: ~24g
- Sodium: ~75mg
- Fat: ~8g
- Saturated Fat: ~5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~32g
- Fiber: ~0.5g
- Protein: ~4g
- Cholesterol: ~25mg