A rich, creamy, and refreshing orange creamsicle milkshake made with vanilla ice cream and fresh orange juice, delivering a perfect balance of citrus and sweetness.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Beverage
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups vanilla ice cream
3/4 to 1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup cold whole milk
1 to 2 teaspoons orange zest
1–2 tablespoons sugar or honey (optional)
Whipped cream (optional)
Orange slices for garnish
Vanilla extract (optional, 1/2 teaspoon)
Instructions
Add vanilla ice cream into a blender.
Pour in fresh orange juice and cold milk.
Add orange zest and optional vanilla extract.
Add sugar or honey if needed.
Blend for 20–30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness.
Prepare a chilled glass.
Pour the milkshake into the glass.
Top with whipped cream and orange slices.
Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor.
Frozen juice cubes can make the shake thicker.
Avoid over-blending to maintain a creamy texture.
Chill the glass before serving for better consistency.