Best 5 Refreshing Orange Ice Recipes

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**Refreshing Orange Ice: A Summer Treat to Beat the Heat**

Escape the summer heat with our tantalizing collection of orange ice recipes, offering a symphony of flavors and textures to cool you down. From classic frozen orange juice pops to creamy orange sherbet and tangy orange granita, these delectable treats are bursting with zesty citrus goodness. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can whip up these icy delights at home and enjoy a refreshing escape from the scorching sun.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE ICE CREAM



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This award-winning Orange Ice Cream recipe is made with fresh squeezed orange juice and makes the most delicious treat on a hot summer's day.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time P1DT15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ΒΌ cups fresh squeezed orange juice ((6-8 oranges))
1 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice ((or substitute))
3/4 cup granulated sugar ((or more if needed, if oranges are not overly sweet))
2 cups heavy cream
1 Tablespoon orange Jello*

Steps:

  • Add orange juice, lemon juice and sugar to a mixing bowl and stir well to combine. Taste and add a little more sugar if it's not sweet enough. Whisk in cream and orange Jello.
  • Freeze/churn according to ice cream maker instructions. *If using a modern electric ice cream maker (that doesn't require ice/salt) freeze the bowl of the ice cream maker overnight and refrigerate the liquid mixture for several hours (or overnight), before churning. Both need to be completely chilled.
  • Store in the freezer for 1-2 weeks, in an airtight container with a piece if plastic wrap against the surface to help keep it from crystalizing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 28 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 25 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ORANGE ICE TEA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     beverage

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups water
7 black tea bags (recommended: Red Rose)
3 cups sparkling water, chilled
1/2 small orange, thinly sliced
Ice
Fresh mint or basil sprigs, to garnish

Steps:

  • Special equipment: a 60-ounce (7 1/2 cups) pitcher
  • For the syrup: In a small saucepan, bring the orange juice and sugar to a boil over medium-high heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool for 20 minutes.
  • For the tea: In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the tea bags and remove the pan from the heat. Allow the tea to steep and cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard. Pour the tea and syrup into a pitcher and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To serve: Pour the sparkling water into the pitcher and add the orange slices. Pour the tea into 4 ice-filled glasses. Garnish with fresh mint, or basil, and serve.

REFRESHING ORANGE ICE



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This sherbet has been part of my family's Thanksgiving tradition for three generations. We eat it along with the rest of the meal...the tangy, creamy flavor complements the turkey and all the trimmings.-Carol Lydon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups water, divided
1 cup sugar
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 1 cup water and sugar to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in orange juice concentrate, lemon juice and remaining water. Transfer to a freezer-proof bowl. Cover and freeze until firm., Remove from the freezer. Beat until blended. Beat in cream. Cover and return to freezer. Remove from the freezer 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ORANGE JULIUS RECIPE



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This Creamy Orange Julius Recipe is a quick, refreshing beverage that's perfect for summer time!

Provided by Courtney Rowland

Categories     Smoothies & Drinks

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 oz. can frozen orange juice concentrate
1 1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
12 ice cubes

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  • Add ice cubes (depending on the size of your ice cubes, you may want more or less. I suggest starting with 8-10). Blend again until ice cubes are crushed and the drink is smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 10 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 70 grams sodium, Sugar 37 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat

ITALIAN WATER ICE - ORANGE



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I was searching for Italian Ice and I came across this... Taste great - just make sure you keep stirring it while it is freezing. Check for other flavors I've posted.

Provided by Peeeee

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time P1DT20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups water
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 grated orange, rind of (no white part)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Boil water and sugar together for 5 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Stir in juice and peel.
  • Pour into shallow bowl and put in freezer.
  • As it starts to freeze, keep stirring the outside crystals into the center and mix in peel.
  • Do about every half hour -MUST DO!.
  • When real slushy, stop and freeze overnight.
  • To serve, you must scrape very thin layers of the slush off the top.
  • I use a big spoon with sharp edges moving it sideways.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 36.9, Protein 0.3

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and juicy oranges for the best flavor and juiciness.
  • Be sure to zest the oranges before juicing them to get the most flavor.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the orange juice to help balance the sweetness.
  • Use fresh mint leaves for garnish to add a refreshing touch.
  • Serve the orange ice immediately or freeze it for later.

Conclusion:

Refreshing orange ice is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for a hot summer day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a refreshing and flavorful snack that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to cool down, give this refreshing orange ice a try!

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