Christmas Potpourri

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

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.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 5 min
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 1 serving
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 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

📝 Instructions

7 steps

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (1226.6g)

Calories		212
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		2.5 g	3%
	Saturated Fat	0.0 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		64 mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate		50.3 g	18%
	Dietary Fiber	17.2 g	61%
	Total Sugars	17.2 g
Protein		2.5 g	5%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		434 mg	33%
Iron		4.9 mg	27%
Potassium		532 mg	11%

*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: 21 cal (9.2%%)

Protein: 12 cal (5.1%%)

Carbs: 200 cal (85.6%%)