Orange Julius

Remember standing in line at the Orange Julius stores in the mall for these drinks in the 90's? I totally do! :D These are a perfect summer treat to cool you down!

Makes 2 large or 4 small glasses

Ingredients

1 cup milk (whole, 2%, or skim)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 6-ounce can frozen orange juice concentrate
1/2 cup sugar (or sugar substitutes, check package for equivalence)
1 1/2 cups ice

Equipment

Blender
Glasses

Instructions

1. Blend the milk and vanilla: Pour the milk and vanilla in a blender and pulse until combined.
2. Add the frozen concentrate: Add the frozen orange juice concentrate. Blend until fully combined with the milk.
3. Add the sugar and ice cubes: Blend until cubes are crushed and mixture has thickened. If things end up a little thick, just add a tablespoon of water and mix once again.
4. Pour and enjoy: Pour the drink into glasses. Serve with a straw and sip your way to blissful happiness.