This Orange Milkshake is so delicious and refreshing, perfect for summertime or any time you need a little pick-me-up.
This creamy milkshake would be great served with other fruit flavored summer treats like raspberry blondies and blueberry white chocolate cookies.
If you love sweet and creamy drinks that are perfect for hot summer days, then this is the recipe for you. Your entire family is going to fall in love quickly with this orange milkshake recipe.
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Is an Orange Milkshake Good for Your Health?
One of the best things about oranges is that they are full of vitamin C, which helps prevent cell damage, fights inflammation and boosts your immune system. Oranges also contain calcium, fiber, folic acid and potassium, which all work together to help your heart, blood and bones.
So, what could be better than taking that delicious orange juice concentrate and turning it into an even more amazing milkshake?
Plus, since there’s cream and ice cream in this shake, you are also getting the added benefits of protein and calcium in the dairy products. So, we could say this homemade milkshake is for our health right?
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The flavor of this delicious Orange Milkshake is so rich and mouthwatering, it’s perfect for summertime or any time you need a little pick me up.
- Easy to make: All you have to do is put all of the ingredients in the blender, and turn it on.
- Makes memories: When you drink this shake with your kids, you’ll be reminded of the ice cream bars you used to eat when you were a kid, and then you can share some of your memories with your children.
- So delicious: The flavors of vanilla and orange combined are a special treat that can’t be beat.
If you love orange recipes like this one then you may also enjoy this orange fluff recipe.
🥘 Ingredients
You only need a handful of ingredients to help you make this creamy and sweet milkshake. Gather these simple ingredients and great ready to enjoy this sweet treat.
- Heavy cream: This makes your shake rich and creamy.
- Vanilla bean ice cream: Use a high quality ice cream for the best flavor.
- Orange juice concentrate: The concentrate adds an added burst of flavor to the shake.
See the recipe card for a complete list of ingredients and quantities.
🔀 Substitutions
Heavy cream: If you want a lighter option, you can use half-and-half instead.
Vanilla bean ice cream: A lighter option for this would be low fat ice cream or frozen yogurt.
Orange Juice: If you don’t have orange juice concentrate, you can use regular orange juice and reduce the amount.
🌈Variations / Options / Add-Ins
With this delicious orange creamsicle milkshake recipe, the sky is the limit when it comes to variations. You can easily make this recipe your own by adding some of your favorite ingredients.
Ice cream: Add a more intense orange flavor by using orange ice cream or orange sherbet instead of vanilla.
Toppings: Top with whipped cream, a cherry, and an orange slice for garnish. You could also add chocolate chips, crushed cookies, sprinkles or chocolate curls on top of the whipped cream.
If you want to try a different fruit flavored creamy drink, try this raspberry cheesecake smoothie.
🥄 Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
You only need a handful of kitchen tools to help you make this homemade milkshake recipe. Grab these tools and get ready to enjoy this sweet treat.
- Measuring cup and spoon: You’ll use a liquid measuring cup, dry measuring cup, and a measuring spoon.
- Blender: All of the ingredients get mixed together here.
- Serving glass and straw: It’s fun to drink your milkshake in a glass jar with a straw. Plus, you can see how pretty it looks.
🔪 How to Make This Orange Milkshake
Making this homemade orange shake is so easy. Just follow the instructions below and you will have a creamy sweet drink in no time at all.
Step 1: Mix the First Three Ingredients
In a blender, mix the sugar, cream, and vanilla.
Step 2: Add Ice Cream and Concentrate
Add the ice cream and orange juice concentrate and blend until smooth.
Step 3: Freeze
Place in the freezer for 30-60 minutes.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Serve with a straw and orange slice. You can also add any toppings you like. Enjoy!
👩🍳 Pro Tips
Making this delicious Orange Milkshake is so easy, but there are a few things that you can do to make sure it turns out perfectly every time.
- Be sure to use a high-quality vanilla bean ice cream for the best flavor.
- If you want a really thick and creamy milkshake, add an extra scoop of ice cream.
- For an extra boost of flavor, add a few drops of orange extract.
❓ Recipe FAQs
You can store this orange milkshake in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Be sure to place it in an airtight container before freezing.
When you are ready to enjoy this delicious milkshake, simply place it in the refrigerator and allow it to thaw for about 30 minutes.
Yes, you can use regular vanilla ice cream, but the flavor will not be as intense.
🙏 Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with this Orange Milkshake:
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Orange Milkshake
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Equipment
- Measuring cup and spoon
- Blender
- Serving glass and straw
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 2 1/2 cups vanilla bean ice cream
- 12 ounces orange juice concentrate
Instructions
- In a blender, mix the sugar, cream and vanilla.2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon vanilla
- Add the ice cream and orange juice concentrate and blend until smooth.2 1/2 cups vanilla bean ice cream, 12 ounces orange juice concentrate
- Place in freezer for 30-60 minutes.
- Serve with a straw and orange slice.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Be sure to use a high-quality vanilla bean ice cream for the best flavor.
- If you want a really thick and creamy milkshake, add an extra scoop of ice cream.
- For an extra boost of flavor, add a few drops of orange extract.