Jamba Juice Orange C-Booster Copycat

Jamba Juice lovers… holla! I didn’t realize so many people crave Jamba Juice like I do until my healthy copycat recipes started blowing up!

This Jamba Juice Orange C-Booster copycat takes just 4 ingredients: orange juice, frozen peaches, frozen pineapple and frozen bananas. It’s dairy free with no sherbet and no added sugar, and it blends up in under a minute.

The Best Orange C-Booster Jamba Juice Copycat (4 Ingredients, Dairy Free)

When I’m under the weather, my mind immediately turns towards a soothing Jamba Juice Orange C-Booster. It’s overflowing with vitamin C, and nothing feels better on a sore throat than a cold smoothie.

I had the flu (yes, the real flu) a couple of months ago and it knocked. me. out. I was in bed for a week and my body felt on fire. The body aches were the worst part! I’ll stop complaining… there’s a reason nurses make the worst patients. Since being sick is a form of torture, I of course needed Jamba to comfort me. Thanks to my sweet honey, Orange C-Booster made an appearance. It almost makes being sick worth it. Almost.

Do you know what my Mango-A-Go-Go, Peanut Butter Moo’d, Razzmatazz and Caribbean Passion have in common? They are 4 ingredients or less, dairy free, gluten free and scrumptious FULL! Let’s keep this party going with the Orange C-Booster.

Okay, I’ll try to chill out on using so many exclamation points… really, I’ll do my best.

Why You’ll Love This Orange C-Booster Smoothie

• Only 4 ingredients. Orange juice, peaches, pineapple and banana make the whole smoothie.
• No sherbet. A frozen banana replaces the orange sherbet, so there is no dairy or added sugar.
• Soothing and cold. Nothing feels better on a sore throat than a frosty, citrusy smoothie.
• Makes two. One batch makes two large smoothies, so you can share or save one for later.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here is what goes into this Jamba Juice Orange C-Booster copycat and why. Exact amounts are in the recipe card below.

• Orange juice: The base of the smoothie and where most of the bright, citrusy flavor and vitamin C comes from. Pure, freshly squeezed orange juice tastes best. If you buy it, choose a 100% juice that is not from concentrate and read the label for added sugar.
• Frozen peach slices: Peaches add a soft, sweet, summery flavor that rounds out the tart orange. Frozen slices also keep the smoothie thick and cold without ice. Look for bags with only peaches on the ingredient list, with no syrup or added sugar. Ripe peaches you slice and freeze yourself work just as well.
• Frozen pineapple chunks: Pineapple adds a tangy, tropical kick. Frozen pineapple blends into a frosty, slushy texture. You can buy it frozen or freeze your own. I cut my own pineapple and put half of the chunks in a ziplock bag to freeze. The other half is supposed to make it to the refrigerator, but it’s usually devoured by my daughter and me.
• Frozen bananas: The secret ingredient. The original recipe calls for orange sherbet, which contains added sugar and dairy. A frozen banana replaces the sherbet, and its creamy texture tastes like vanilla ice cream. Don’t believe me? Try my 3 ingredient blender ice cream.

Freezing bananas is really simple. Wait until your bananas are the perfect yellow, not green and not brown. Peel up to 6 bananas, place them in a gallon ziplock bag, squeeze out as much air as possible, seal and toss it in the freezer for at least 4 to 6 hours.

How to Make an Orange C-Booster

1. Freeze the fruit ahead. Make sure your bananas have been in the freezer for at least 4 to 6 hours. If you are freezing your own pineapple, cut it into chunks and freeze it in a sealed bag too. Frozen fruit is what makes this thick and frosty without watering it down with ice.
2. Pour in the orange juice. Add the orange juice to the blender first. Liquid on the bottom helps the blades spin freely and pulls the frozen fruit down.
3. Add the frozen peaches and pineapple. Layer them on top of the juice. There is no need to thaw them, since frozen fruit straight from the freezer gives the thickest, coldest smoothie.
4. Add the frozen bananas last. Break them into chunks if they are whole so the blender can grab them easily. Adding the ingredients in this order keeps the blades from jamming.
5. Blend. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds, until the smoothie is completely smooth. It should be a bright, sunny orange with no flecks of fruit and a thick, slushy swirl in the jar. If the blender struggles, stop, stir and blend again.
6. Adjust. Too thick? Add a splash more orange juice. Too thin? Add a few more frozen pineapple or peach pieces and blend again briefly.
7. Pour and enjoy. Divide between two tall glasses and serve right away while it is still cold, thick and frosty.

Ways to Customize Your Orange C-Booster

• Fresh pineapple. Freeze your own pineapple chunks instead of buying them frozen.
• Extra creamy. Add more frozen banana for a thicker, ice cream like smoothie.
• More peach. Swap some of the pineapple for extra peaches for a softer, sweeter flavor.

Also, if you don’t have a quality blender… the time is now. I LOVE my Vitamix, but many others have had success with BlendTec and Ninja. Choose your weapon.

Orange C-Booster FAQs

• What is in the Jamba Juice Orange C-Booster? The original recipe calls for orange sherbet. This copycat uses orange juice, peaches, pineapple and frozen banana instead of the sherbet.
• Is this smoothie dairy free? Yes. Frozen banana replaces the sherbet, so there is no dairy at all.
• Does it have added sugar? No. All of the sweetness comes from the fruit and the orange juice.
• How many servings does this make? One batch makes two large smoothies, so it is easy to share or split into smaller glasses for kids.
• Can I use store bought orange juice? Yes. Freshly squeezed tastes best, but a 100% orange juice that is not from concentrate works well. Check the label for added sugar.
• Can I make it without bananas? You can use extra frozen peaches in place of the banana. The smoothie will taste brighter and more tart, and it will be a little less creamy.
• Why is it good when you are sick? It’s cold, soothing and full of citrus. When I had the flu, this was the smoothie I wanted, and nothing feels better on a sore throat.
• Can I save leftovers? Smoothies are best fresh. Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays and blend them with a little more orange juice when you want another.
• Can I use fresh fruit? Yes, but the smoothie will be thinner. Add a handful of ice to keep it cold and thick.
• What blender should I use? I love my Vitamix, but a BlendTec, a Ninja or any strong blender will turn frozen fruit smooth in about 30 to 45 seconds.

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Orange C-Booster Smoothie

This Orange C-Booster smoothie blends fresh orange juice, frozen peaches, frozen pineapple and frozen bananas until thick and smooth. It is a four ingredient, dairy free Jamba Juice copycat with no sherbet.

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Ingredients

  

• 3 cups pure freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 cups frozen peach slices
• 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
• 2 frozen bananas

Instructions

 

• In a quality blender, add ingredients in order listed. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth.
• Pour into glass and enjoy!

Made this smoothie? Leave a star rating in the recipe card and tell me how it turned out in the comments below. Happy blending! I’d love to hear which Jamba copycat you want next.

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