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This homemade Orange Freeze is creamy, frosty, and bursting with bright citrus flavor. Made with 3 simple ingredients, it’s the perfect refreshing treat for hot summer days and tastes just like your favorite drive-in classic.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
 If you’re a fan of nostalgic summer treats, you’re going to love this Orange Freeze recipe. Growing up, one of my favorite summer traditions was heading to the local drive-in on a warm evening and ordering a frosty orange freeze.
A freeze is similar to a milkshake but it is usually made with sherbet instead of ice cream. Â Where a milkshake is creamy, a freeze is frosty!
You can make your freeze any flavor you want but my favorite is orange. An orange freeze is super easy to make at home – no drive in needed!
It’s cool, refreshing, and packed with bright orange flavor blended into a smooth, creamy drink. This Orange Freeze is guaranteed to hit the spot. One sip and you’ll be transported back to those carefree summer nights at the drive-in.
Ingredients Needed
- Orange Sherbet
- Orange Juice
- Milk
How to Make An Orange Freeze
- Place all the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend. In just a few seconds you have a delicious, refreshing summertime treat.
Tips from leigh Anne
- You can make other flavor combinations like Lemon Sherbet with lemon lime soda or lemonade, lime Sherbet with lemon lime soda, or Rainbow Sherbet with orange juice.
- Use very cold ingredients. Starting with chilled orange juice and ice cream helps create the thick, frosty texture that makes an Orange Freeze so refreshing
- Adjust the thickness. For a thicker freeze, add a little more ice cream. For a thinner, more drinkable version, add a splash of milk or extra orange juice.
- Blend just until smooth. Overblending can cause the mixture to become too thin. Blend only until the ingredients are combined and creamy.
- Serve immediately. Orange Freezes are best enjoyed right after blending when they are thick, cold, and frosty.
- Freeze your glasses. For an extra-special drive-in experience, place your serving glasses in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before serving.
- Garnish for fun. Top with whipped cream, an orange slice, or a sprinkle of orange zest for a pretty presentation.
- Scale the recipe easily. This recipe can be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd, making it perfect for summer parties and family gatherings.
There’s a reason Orange Freezes have remained a favorite summer treat for generations. With their creamy texture, bright citrus flavor, and refreshing frosty goodness, they’re the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. Whether you’re recreating fond memories of trips to the local drive-in or introducing this classic treat to a new generation, this easy homemade Orange Freeze is sure to become a summertime favorite.
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Orange Freeze
Ingredients
- 2 cups orange sherbet
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add a straw and a spoon and enjoy!
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LinneA says
I always loved orange dreamsickle and haven’t had it in a while
Found this quick and easy recipe and love it and so do my grandkids
Thanks
Judy says
If you use another combination of sherbet and soda, do you still use milk?
Leigh Anne Wilkes says
yes
Sherry says
I haven’t made this yet, but I will soon