Orange Cream Milkshake

Sep 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy and refreshing milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with fresh orange juice and zest for a true orange cream flavor.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup (80.0 ml)fresh orange juice
1.0 tsp (2.0 g)fresh orange zest
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, and 2 cups vanilla ice cream to a blender.
Add 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract and 1 tsp fresh orange zest.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency. Add 1 tablespoon milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best bright citrus flavor. If you prefer a stronger orange taste, slightly increase the orange juice.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make orange cream milkshake?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make orange cream milkshake ahead?

Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy and refreshing milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with fresh orange juice and zest for a true orange cream flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

686 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

79.0g Carbs

14.0g Protein

69.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~686 cal · 35g fat · 79g carbs · 14g protein · 70g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 686 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 130 min·7.6 mi·~15200 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 93 min·4.7 mi·~9300 steps
Moderate cycling 70 min·14.0 mi
Swimming laps 96 min
Jogging 67 min·5.6 mi·~10700 steps
Stair climbing 63 min·~5650 steps
Dancing 112 min
Bodyweight circuit training 70 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 159 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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