If you grew up sipping Orange Julius at the mall, get ready, because my Ninja Slushi version tastes just like you remember, but colder, creamier, and way easier to make at home. I’ve been running this machine since it dropped, so trust me when I say I’ve tested the ratios, fixed the mistakes, and dialed this recipe all the way in. This orange milkshake freezes perfectly, blends silky smooth, and delivers that sweet citrus-vanilla vibe every single time.
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Ninja Slushi Orange Milkshake/Julius Ingredients
- Orange Juice
- Milk: Any milk, including plant based milk will work. Whole milk works best for thick and creamy texture.
- Sugar or Sweetener
- Vanilla Extract
How to Make Ninja Slushi Orange Julius
Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Combine milk, sugar/sweetener, and vanilla extract before adding to the Ninja Slushi Machine. Stir to ensure the sugar/sweetener completely dissolves.
- Pour the mixture along with the orange juice into your Ninja Slushi. Press the milkshake button.
- Allow the machine to process. Let the machine run for 15-45 minutes, depending on the sugar content and temperature of the liquid.
- Once the cycle is complete, place a cup under the self-serve spout and pull the handle to dispense the milkshake.
Substitutions and Variations
- Pineapple
- Peach
- Watermelon
- Strawberry
- Add honey, agave, or maple syrup
Frequently Asked Questions and Recipe Pro Tips
Yes, but the texture won’t hit the same. A blender with ice works, but it won’t give you that creamy frozen slush.
Yes, creamy, citrusy, and smooth with that sweet vanilla finish.
Yes, any dairy-free or plant-based milk will work.
Yes, any of your favorite orange juice will work. If you use sugar-free you will have to add sugar or a sweetener like monkfruit or allulose or the machine won't process.
Yep. Add vodka, vanilla vodka, rum, or orange liqueur.
Yep, adjust it to your taste or swap for a sugar-free sweetener.
15-20 minutes depending on how cold your ingredients are.
Yes! Mix everything and refrigerate for a few hours before freezing.
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Ninja Slushi Orange Julius Milkshake
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3-4 cups orange juice Use less orange juice for less orange flavor and more (4 cups) for more orange flavor.
- 1 ½ cups milk Any milk will work. I used whole milk because it will create thick texture.
- ¾-1 cup sugar or sweetener Adjust to suit your taste and add more if you like it really sweet.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine milk, sugar/sweetener, and vanilla extract before adding to the Ninja Slushi Machine. Stir to ensure the sugar/sweetener completely dissolves.
- Pour the mixture along with the orange juice into your Ninja Slushi. Press the milkshake button.
- Allow the machine to process. Let the machine run for 15-45 minutes, depending on the sugar content and temperature of the liquid.
- Once the cycle is complete, place a cup under the self-serve spout and pull the handle to dispense the milkshake.
Nutrition
Nutrition Data
Macros are provided as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. This information is calculated using MyFitnessPal.com. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator. You are solely responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information provided is accurate, complete, and useful.
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