Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine Recipe

Jamba Juice is known for their super tasty smoothies but how do they make them so nice? Well, we have the Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine recipe for you to make in your own kitchen!

This drink is super tasty refreshing and great for any occasion.

Keep on reading to learn how to make this amazing smoothie!

What is Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine?

The Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine is a tasty and smooth drink that has a sweet orange taste to it.

It’s a smoothie that can be enjoyed as a healthy breakfast and you can have it really any time and easily change the ingredients by adding more protein or fruit to match your dietary goals.

Kids and adults both love this drink and I made this for my little ones when I wanted them to eat more fruits which worked wonders.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of orange juice
  • 1/2 cup of vanilla frozen yogurt
  • 1/2 cup of orange sherbet
  • 1/2 cup of ice
  • 1/2 cup of milk

Optional Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon of honey or agave nectar
  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • A pinch of turmeric

What You’ll Need to Make Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine

Before you start, make sure you have these kitchen tools:

  • A blender
  • Measuring cups
  • A citrus juicer
  • A spatula

How to Make Your Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine

  1. Get Ready: Get your ingredients ready and if you are using fresh oranges then you will need to juice them first.
  2. Blend: Blend the orange juice, vanilla yogurt, orange sherbet, ice, and milk. If you are adding anything else extra to the smoothie blend that as well.
  3. Blend Until Smooth: Blend everything for a few minutes until it’s smooth, you may need to blend from low to high a few times to break down the fruits.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Taste your smoothie and if it’s too thick or sweet adjust it to match exactly how you like it by adding more honey or extra or less liquid.

Tips for a tasty smoothie

Feel free to change up the recipe to match exactly how you want it.

  • Dairy-Free: If you are avoiding dairy in your diet then you can use alternatives such as coconut milk and dairy-free yogurt.
  • Lower Calories: If you want the recipe to have fewer calories then you can use low-fat yogurt which will work as well.
  • More Fruits: Feel free to add extra fruits to the smoothie such as mango or pineapple which will give the drink an extra twist.

What Goes Well with This Smoothie

This Orange Dream Machine Recipe can easily be paired with many different mains and sides.

If you are having a healthy breakfast you could pair this with a slice of toast and peanut butter or Chilli Scrambled Eggs.

You can also pair it with mixed nuts or a granola bar which will be a pretty healthy meal.

You can also have this smoothie with a green salad for lunch which will pair well for another healthy meal.

Nutritional Information

Here is a quick summary of the nutritional info of this smoothie for one serving:

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 6 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 70 grams
  • Sugar: 60 grams
  • Fat: 6 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 3 grams
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg
  • Sodium: 80 mg
  • Fiber: 1 gram

Notes:

  • Feel free to change the amount of sugar you use in the recipe.
  • You can easily add a scoop of protein to the smoothie for your gym goers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Would it be alright to use fresh oranges instead of orange juice?

We always recommend using fresh ingredients in most of our recipes, fresh oranges will make the smoothie taste much nicer!

What if I can’t find orange sherbet?

Not everyone will have orange sherbet and if you are one of them you can use vanilla ice cream and a bit of orange juice as an alternative.

How do I make the smoothie thicker?

If you prefer the smoothie to be thicker all you need to do is add some more ice or fruits and fewer liquids.

Is this smoothie good for kids?

Smoothies are great for kids since it’s an easy way for them to get down their daily recommendations for fruits.

Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?

Feel free to make this smoothie ahead of time if you like, you can easily keep the ingredients in the freezer. When you are ready to make the smoothie you can blend it all together.

Wrapping Up

I hope you enjoyed learning how to make this tasty Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine recipe. It’s a super tasty drink and a great way to amp up your daily fruit intake.

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Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: DrinksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking timeminutes
Calories

250

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Try the Jamba Juice Orange Dream Machine Recipe at Home: Make a fun and flavorful orange smoothie just like the one from Jamba Juice!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of orange juice

  • 1/2 cup of vanilla frozen yogurt

  • 1/2 cup of orange sherbet

  • 1/2 cup of ice

  • 1/2 cup of milk

Directions

  • Get your ingredients ready and if you are using fresh oranges then you will need to juice them first.
  • Blend the orange juice, vanilla yogurt, orange sherbet, ice, and milk. If you are adding anything else extra to the smoothie blend that as well.
  • Blend everything for a few minutes until it's smooth, you may need to blend from low to high a few times to break down the fruits.
  • Taste your smoothie and if it's too thick or sweet adjust it to match exactly how you like it by adding more honey or extra or less liquid.

Notes

  • Dairy-Free: If you are avoiding dairy in your diet then you can use alternatives such as coconut milk and dairy-free yogurt.
  • Lower Calories: If you want the recipe to have fewer calories then you can use low-fat yogurt which will work as well.
  • More Fruits: Feel free to add extra fruits to the smoothie such as mango or pineapple which will give the drink an extra twist.
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Julia
Julia

I create recipes almost every day, sometimes with a little help from my husband (who’s a great taste tester!). Oh, and did I mention I’m a mom of two awesome kids, Sofia and Noah? They love trying my new recipes and always push me to create more and experiment with new dishes.