Homemade Orange Juice with a Blender
Homemade orange juice is a burst of sunshine in every glass. This refreshing drink, made from fresh oranges, is perfect for brightening up your mornings or impressing guests at brunch. With its vibrant flavor and customizable sweetness, this easy recipe showcases the natural taste of oranges, making it both a delightful treat and a healthy option. Enjoy this revitalizing beverage chilled over ice for the ultimate refreshment!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (1 cup each) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium-sized fresh oranges (about 4 cups juice)
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or sugar (to taste)
- Ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions
- Wash the oranges thoroughly and cut them in half.
- Place the orange halves in a blender with 1/2 cup of cold water. Add optional sweetener if desired.
- Blend on high speed until smooth.
- For pulp-free juice, strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Pour over ice and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg