Creamsicle 3 Ingredient Orange Milkshake Recipe + Video
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This Orange Milkshake tastes just like an orange creamsicle bar! It’s a sweet and refreshing treat that will fill you with nostalgia. And the best part is that this orange creamsicle recipe takes just 3 ingredients to make!
It’s like orange creamsicles meets orange sherbert – all in one easy drink! It’s one of my favorite recipes on hot summer days and an easy way to skip the ice cream truck and make your own milkshake recipe easily right at home.
That first sip gives you the perfect tangy orange flavor, and is sure to take your down memory lane in terms of taste.
Our entire family thinks that this is one of the best drinks out there – and I love the fresh orange taste!
Making homemade milkshakes doesn’t have to be hard. All you need is listed below on the printable recipe card.
Simple ingredients create the best orange flavors and one of the best smoothie recipes out there. You’ll be hooked the first time you make this yummy milkshake!
Creamy Orange Milkshake
Transform your favorite childhood treat into a creamy, dreamy orange cream shake!
Each glass packs a punch of flavor but has less sugar and fewer calories than many other orange creamsicle milkshake recipes.
The secret? No ice cream! Instead, use your favorite vanilla coffee creamer to create that sweet, creamy swirl.
Plus, this recipe creates four servings so there’s plenty to go around!
Recipe Video
Be sure to watch the video! Look for it in the recipe card, at the bottom of this post.
To see us make this orange creamsicle recipe from start to finish, watch the video in this post!
If you love this creamy orange milkshake, try my mandarin cheesecake salad — it also tastes like a Creamsicle!
For another incredible shake, try my copycat patriotic freakshake!
I’ve also got a delicious rice pudding recipe that’s a great way to use up the leftover creamer from this one.
Feeling boozy? Check out these scrumptious boozy Creamsicle Jello shots, or a sweet cocktail that puts a raspberry-orange twist on your childhood push pops.
Ingredient Notes and Swaps
- Vanilla Coffee Creamer – I use International Delight French Vanilla creamer — the liquid kind from the refrigerated section (near the milk).
Since it makes up the bulk of the liquid in the orange cream shake, the powdered kind won’t work. You can, however, use a different brand!
Dairy-free vanilla creamers will work well too. Or, keep scrolling to learn an easy homemade hack. - Orange Juice – Stick with storebought for this orange creamsicle recipe. You’ll get a more consistent flavor and you’re guaranteed to have the right amount!
- Whipped Cream – This is what gives this orange milkshake that classic creamsicle flavor.
Either a spray can or a tub of Cool Whip will work, or whip up a quick batch of my homemade recipe.
Best Toppings for an Orange Cream Shake
A few slices of fresh fruit are a simple and pretty garnish for your orange creamsicle shake, and you can’t go wrong with a maraschino cherry on top!
Sprinkles make everything more fun, and you can use regular jimmies or some sanding sugar to give it a little sparkle.
Tips for the Creamiest Orange Creamsicle Milkshake
- Adjust the consistency.
If your shake is too thick, add a little extra liquid as it blends until it’s just right.
But be sure to use milk or extra creamer, not juice, to keep the texture ultra creamy.
- Easy prep.
Freeze multiple batches of juice so you always have some on hand.
Store the solid cubes in a large ziploc bag and use within 6 months for best results.
- Make it more vibrant.
Add two to three drops of food coloring to your orange creamsicle milkshake, then slowly increase the amount as needed until it reaches the desired hue.
- Short on time?
You can pour in the juice as a liquid and use 2 cups of regular ice cubes instead.
Just be aware that the overall flavor of the orange creamsicle shake will be milder and the consistency will be a bit thin.
Orange Creamsicle Recipe FAQ
Easily increase the amounts for a larger group or reduce them by half if it’s just the two of you.
Depending on the size of your blender, you may need to work in batches to ensure everything is thoroughly combined.
You can create a DIY version by combining 1 cup half and half with ¼ cup powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
Sure! Just swap out the juice with whichever other flavor you’re in the mood for. Pineapple, mango, or a tropical blend would be especially delicious.
Or, try frozen strawberries or raspberries instead of juicy ice cubes.
Enjoy!
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Creamsicle 3 Ingredient Orange Milkshake Recipe + Video
Ingredients
- 1 cup International Delight French Vanilla Creamer, liquid creamer
- 2 cups store bought orange juice, frozen into ice cubes
- whipped cream
- fresh orange slices, optional
Instructions
- Combine creamer and orange juice cubes in a blender, use pusher or scrape down sides until mixture is of shake consistency. Add additional creamer or milk if you need to thin it out more.
- Pour about 3 ounces of shake into the bottom of an 8 ounce glass. Add a dollop of whipped cream. Add about 3 ounces more of shake, and then add another dollop of whipped cream. Give shake a light stir to swirl whipped cream and shake. Add 2 ounces of shake and top off with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh orange slice.
- Repeat until all glasses are filled.
- Serve and enjoy!
Video
Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published March 2015, updated and republished December 2024
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Donna – this really speaks to me – I always loved dreamsicles! How do I keep myself in check? I don't think I have perfected this but will add that exercise seems to make all the difference for me. More water, more exercise and limited breads and treats helps – which is perfectly unfortunate!
Did you know you can still buy Dreamsicles?
My husband loves creamsicles. I think he will enjoy this.
How do I keep myself in check? Make sure I'm in bed early to get a good nights sleep and pray. Together it helps me be "good mommy" rather than "mean mommy".
I want one of these right now! This looks so good!
Omg! Love it… Very close to something I had at one of my favourite restaurants back home. Thanks for the recipe though could the creamer be substituted by anything else? Thanks 😃
Creamsicles were in my Top 3 growing up! I make the full fat version in a smoothie in the summertime with Hagaan Daas vanilla bean ice cream with orange crush soda. I know, I know…lol.
I can't wait to try this one out! I obviously haven't been keeping myself in check with calories but I've finally jumped on the bandwagon a few months ago and am feverishly pinning healther versions of my favorite foods to keep the fat and sugar down with the goal of cutting sugar out altogether. Thank you for making it easier for me to find the options to do just that!!
Where did you find Fat Free & Sugar Free in the same bottle?
This looked so good until I read the ingredients! A CUP OF CREAMER??? No WAY I am giving that to my children! We make our orange creamsicle shakes with orange cream Yoplait yogurt, frozen orange slices and orange juice.
that's for 4 servings.
That sounds much better!
recipe called for fat free and sugar free creamer.
I make these for a treat in the evening for my husband and myself and they are wonderful and the and children love them too
Can I use cool whip or does it have to be whipped cream?
A much simpler and healthier way to make one is equal parts OJ and fat free yogurt (plain or vanilla). So let's say 1/2 cup of each, a dash of vanilla, a splash of maple syrup, and 3-4 ice cubes. Put all in a blender on high for about 10 seconds, and low for about 20 seconds.. DELICIOUS !!! Play with the amount of vanilla & maple syrup according to your taste, and also the number of ice cubes. You don't want too many so it's too watery.
A much healthier version is equal parts OJ and fat free yogurt (plain of vanilla). So let's say 1 cup of each, a splash of maple syrup, a dash of vanilla extract, and 4-5 ice cubes. put all in a blender on high for about 10 seconds, then low for about 15-20 seconds (you don't want it to turn too watery) DELICIOUS !!! The amount of maple syrup and vanilla is to your taste.
As a pleasure as orange flavored vodka.
I HAVE A RECIPE FOR ORANGE JULIUS:1C.ORANGE JUICE,1C.VANILLA ICE CREAM3/4TSP.VANILLA EXTRACT,1/4C.SUGAR 1 HEAPING CUP ICE COMBINE ALL IN BLENDER & BLEND.MAKES 2 SERVINGS.IT CALLED FOR 2 EGGS BUT THE ICE CREAM HAS EGGS IN IT & TO ME IT TASTED LIKE THE REAL ORIGINAL ORANGE JULIOUS MY FAVORITE.I ALSO TAKE 1 SCOOP OF SLIM FAST ADD THIS TO THE BLENDER THEN ADD 2 TABLESPOONS OF COOL WHIP,1C.OF WATER & I ADD ORANGE WATER ENHANCER THEY EVEN HAVE NOW ORANGE VANILLA WATER ENHANCER.I LOVE WATER ENHANCERS I MAKE ICING FROM THEM WITH POWDERED SUGAR & A FEW TABLESPOONS OF BUTTER & I ADD IT TO MY CAKES,COOKIES & CUPCAKE RECIPES.NOT TOO MUCH JUST A FEW SQUIRTS.ALSO ITS REALLY SWEET SO I CUT DOWN ON THE SUGAR.I ADD 1/4C.SUGAR THE REST OF INGREDIENTS TASTE THE BATTER W/O EGGS B4 ADDING THE WATER ENHANCERS FLAVORING.
This brings back memories of orange cream pops when I was a kid. This was so much better than that ever was!
Now you just need to get rid of the silly jars, and go back to using REAL glasses
Wow, this Orange Milkshake is absolutely amazing! It’s a breeze to make and tastes like pure nostalgia.
Hi Myla!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn