Christmas Potpourri

Fill your home with the cozy, enchanting aroma of the holidays with this easy homemade Christmas Potpourri recipe. Crafted with a medley of festive ingredients like cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and fresh rosemary sprigs, this stovetop potpourri also features the citrusy sweetness of sliced oranges, the vibrant pop of cranberries, and a touch of warm vanilla. Ready in just 10 minutes, this all-natural, simmering blend makes your house smell like Christmas morning and can be reheated again and again, spreading joy throughout the season. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a delightful, DIY gift idea, this Christmas Potpourri is a must-have for creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

3 pieces Cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons Whole cloves
2 pieces Star anise
2 pieces Fresh rosemary sprigs
1 whole Orange
1 cup Cranberries
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
4 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

1. Slice the orange into 4-5 thick rounds. Leave the peel on for maximum fragrance.

Step 2

2. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, rosemary sprigs, and cranberries.

Step 3

3. Add the 4 cups of water to the saucepan, ensuring the ingredients are fully submerged.

Step 4

4. Bring the potpourri to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 5

5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the vanilla extract.

Step 6

6. Let the mixture simmer uncovered, adding more water as needed to prevent it from drying out.

Step 7

7. Enjoy the festive aroma filling your home! This potpourri can be reheated multiple times—just store it in the refrigerator overnight in a sealed container and add fresh water before reheating.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1227.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	213.2

Total Fat 3.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 69.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 4.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 344.1mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 676.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.4%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 79.2%