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    Home » Recipes » Smoothies » Healthy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

    Published: Aug 20, 2021 by Linda Warren

    Healthy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

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    This healthy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie tastes just like the popular ice cream bar with flavors reminiscent of orange and vanilla. AND it's healthy! Packed with protein, antioxidants & Vitamin C, you can have all of the deliciousness and none of the guilt!

    Orange Creamsicle Smoothie on white table with orange slices around it.

    I used to love to run and catch the ice cream man that came around during the summer and grab one of those delicious creamsicles, all icy orange on the outside and creamy vanilla ice cream in the center. It was one of my favorite ways to keep cool.

    Now I can get that same flavor, without all the calories, in this creamy, dreamy orange cream smoothie, similar to an Orange Julius Smoothie but way better for you. It's easy to make and packs a healthy punch full of Vitamin C, protein, and important antioxidants. It's a great way to start the day or energize before or after a workout.

    Table of contents

    • Ingredients for Banana Orange Smoothie
    • Variations
    • How to Make an Orange Smoothie
    • More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
    Closeup of top of smoothie with whipped cream, mint leaf and slice of orange.

    Ingredients for Banana Orange Smoothie

    • Oranges - bring the Vitamin C to this smoothie but you can opt for any citrus in their place. Freeze the oranges prior to using for a thicker smoothie.
    • Almond milk - keeps this orange smoothie light and dairy-free but any milk can be used. For even more creaminess and flavor, think of substituting a vanilla coffee creamer for the milk.
    • Frozen Bananas - gives this orange dream smoothie a creamy thickness. However, if you don't have frozen on hand, fresh will work, it will just be a thinner mixture.
    • Greek Yogurt - adds the creaminess, a punch of protein and creates a feeling of satiety to stop that mid-morning snacking. Use a nut or coconut-based yogurt to keep this dairy-free.
    • Protein powder - adds additional protein. Use your favorite brand that adheres to your diet or lifestyle.
    Overhead of smoothie with oranges all around the base.

    Variations

    • Apple Banana Orange Smoothie - add 1 apple, cored, to this recipe for added fiber, Vitamin C and important antioxidants.
    • Blood Orange Smoothie - replacing navel oranges with blood oranges will result in a smoothie that is a little bit less sweet with a hint of raspberry-like flavor. It will also make one brightly colored beautiful smoothie!
    • Blueberry Orange Smoothie - add ½ to 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries to the mix
    • Carrot Orange Smoothie - Slice 1 large carrot and add to the blender. This addition gives an added boost of antioxidants, fiber, Vitamin K1 and potassium.
    • Cranberry Orange Smoothie - combine ½ cup frozen cranberries with the rest of the ingredients. It will make one beautifully colored, slightly on the tart side, smoothie.
    • Mandarin Orange Smoothie - replacing the navel oranges with mandarins will make the smoothie a little sweeter.
    • Orange Peach Smoothie - living in Georgia, this is a must! Just add 1 cup of peaches to this smoothie.
    • Strawberry Orange Smoothie - combine ½ to 1 cup of cut-up strawberries, either fresh or frozen.
    • Other variations include adding ½ to1 cup pineapple or raspberries to this recipe.
    • Try making with other citrus to replace the oranges, such as lemons or limes.

    How to Make an Orange Smoothie

    Ingredients on white table with zester and oranges.

    Gather the simple ingredients, fresh oranges, orange zest, frozen bananas, vanilla yogurt, milk, vanilla protein powder, and vanilla extract, and in 5 minutes breakfast is served!

    Steps 1-4 to make banana orange smoothie.
    1. Start making the orange smoothie by adding yogurt to a blender.
    2. Pour in almond milk or your favorite type of milk.
    3. Add in remaining ingredients, orange sections, orange zest, frozen bananas, vanilla and protein powder.
    4. Blend until smooth.
    Pour creamsicle smoothie into mason jar.
    1. Pour smoothie into mason jar then top with whipped cream, if desired, and garnish with an orange slice and a sprig of mint. Sip it through a straw or use a spoon to get every last drop.
    Looking down into smoothie with green polka dot straw, whipped cream and orange wedge.

    Cool, fresh and delicious this Orange Creamsicle Smoothie is great any time of year. In the winter, it boosts your Vitamin C and helps strengthen your immune system. In the summer it cools you off and has you thinking vacation.

    Whenever you have it, that delicious orange flavor, mixed with a hint of vanilla, will have you licking your lips and wishing there was more. Enjoy!

    More Healthy Smoothie Recipes

    Apple Pie Smoothie tastes like pie in a glass! And it's the healthy way to say hello to fall!

    Mango Orange Smoothie is a combination of mangos, orange juice, and bananas that lets you celebrate the flavors of summer year-round.

    Pineapple Orange Smoothie from Two Healthy Kitchens brings a tropical twist to a Creamsicle Smoothie with the addition of pineapple.

    Pumpkin Pie Smoothie tastes like dessert without the guilt. It's totally healthy, packed with plenty of fiber and protein, and bound to get any day started right.

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    Banana Orange Smoothie with slice of orange and mint garnish and orange napkin with oranges around it.

    Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

    This Orange Creamsicle Smoothie tastes like a cool creamsicle with fresh oranges and vanilla, plus bananas, yogurt, and protein to pack on the healthy!
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 506kcal
    Author: Linda Warren

    Ingredients

    • 5-6 oz. Greek vanilla-flavored yogurt or a non-dairy alternative
    • ¼ cup milk, regular, almond or opt for Vanilla Coffee Creamer
    • 2 oranges, peeled, seeded and broken into sections
    • 1 frozen sliced banana
    • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (2 Tablespoons)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon orange zest

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.

    Notes

    VARIATIONS
    • Apple Banana Orange Smoothie - add 1 apple, cored, to this recipe for added fiber, Vitamin C, and important antioxidants.
    • Blood Orange Smoothie - replacing navel oranges with blood oranges will result in a smoothie that is a little bit less sweet with a hint of raspberry-like flavor. It will also make one brightly colored beautiful smoothie!
    • Blueberry Orange Smoothie - add ½-1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries to the mix
    • Mandarin Orange Smoothie - replacing the navel oranges with mandarins will make the smoothie a little sweeter.
    • Orange Peach Smoothie - living in Georgia, this is a must! Just add 1 cup of peaches to this smoothie.
    • Strawberry Orange Smoothie - combine ½-1 cup of cut-up strawberries, either fresh or frozen.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 506kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 193mg | Potassium: 1411mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 64g | Vitamin A: 829IU | Vitamin C: 152mg | Calcium: 568mg | Iron: 1mg

    This post has been updated with more information, step-by-step directions, and new photos. It was first published on August 14, 2014.

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