Sun Kissed Frozen Orange Cream Slush (Printable)
Refreshing frozen citrus treat with vanilla ice cream and fresh oranges
# What You'll Need:
→ Citrus & Fruit
01 - 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice (from about 4-5 medium oranges)
02 - 1 tablespoon orange zest
→ Creamy Base
03 - 1 cup vanilla ice cream
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk
→ Sweetener & Extras
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - 2 cups ice cubes
# How to Make It:
01 - Add the freshly squeezed orange juice, orange zest, vanilla ice cream, heavy cream, whole milk, honey or sugar, and vanilla extract into a blender.
02 - Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and has a uniform slushy consistency.
03 - Taste the slush and add more honey or sugar if desired, depending on the natural sweetness of the oranges. Blend briefly to incorporate.
04 - Pour into chilled glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with an orange slice or a fresh mint sprig if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It tastes like a creamsicle grew up and went to culinary school.
- Zero cooking means your kitchen stays cool when the world outside is melting.
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- Do not use bottled juice because it has been pasteurized into blandness and you will wonder why your slush tastes like disappointment.
- Freeze your glasses for 15 minutes before serving because a warm glass turns slush into soup within minutes.
03 -
- Zest your oranges before juicing them because trying to zest a collapsed half orange is a frustrating and thankless task.
- Roll each orange firmly on the counter before cutting to release more juice and essential oils from the peel.