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Immerse yourself in the seasonal magic with this easy Christmas Potpourri recipe. Whether you choose to simmer it on your stovetop or elegantly present it as a thoughtful gift, enhance the experience with my free printable labels.
Homemade gifts such as Infused Olive Oil, Homemade Amaretto, or even simple spice blends such as Gingerbread Spice or Chai Spice Mix are some of my favorite gifts to give.
What I Love About This Recipe
- Great for Gifting: It makes a wonderful gift due to its delightful and customizable fragrance. Packaged in a jar or in a bag, it offers a thoughtful and homemade touch for loved ones.
- Festive Aroma: Christmas Potpourri fills your home with a captivating blend of fragrances, including cinnamon, citrus, cloves, and spices, creating an inviting and warm atmosphere.
- Customizable: Tailor your potpourri to your preferences by adjusting the ingredients and proportions, allowing you to create a personalized fragrance that suits your taste.
Ingredients Needed
- Bags – To arrange your potpourri you can place it in cellophane bags or in a large mason jar with a lid.
- String – If using bags I like to tie mine with baker’s twine for a festive touch.
- Labels – Print these Christmas potpourri labels on label paper and stick them on the bags.
- Spices – You will need cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom, whole cloves, half a vanilla bean, and rosemary or a sprig of pine. All of these can be found on the spice aisle in your grocery store.
- Fruit – You have the option to use fresh or dried fruit. My preference is to use fresh cranberries and dried oranges. If using fresh fruit you’ll need to gift it 2 to 3 days after you prepare it.
How to Make Christmas Potpourri
- Arrange the ingredients. If using place the label on your bag first. Then fill your bag with the cranberries. Top with the cinnamon sticks and dried orange slices. Add the cardamom seeds, whole cloves, vanilla bean, star anise, and rosemary sprigs.
- Add the string. Tie the string around the bag to seal it.
- To use. Pour the Christmas potpourri contents into a large pot and fill it 3/4 of the way full with water.
- Heat. Place the pot over low heat on your stovetop and let it simmer for as long as you want the scent to remain. Continue to add water as it cooks down.
Christmas Potpourri Recipe
Step into the enchantment of the season with this effortless Christmas Potpourri recipe. Whether you opt for simmering on the stovetop or presenting it as a heartfelt gift, elevate the experience with complimentary printable labels I've provided.
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Servings: 1 Bag
Calories: 165kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ cups Fresh Cranberries or dried
- 4 – 5 slices Dried Oranges
- 3 – 4 Cinnamon Sticks
- 2 sprigs Rosemary or pine
- 1 Vanilla Bean halved and split
- 2 Star Anise
- 1 tablespoon Cardamom Seeds
- 2 teaspoons Whole Cloves
Instructions
- Arrange the ingredients. If using place the label on your bag first. Then fill your bag with the cranberries. Top with the cinnamon sticks and dried orange slices. Add the cardamom seeds, whole cloves, vanilla bean, star anise, and rosemary sprigs.
- Add the string. Tie the string around the bag to seal it.
- To use. Pour the Christmas potpourri contents into a large pot and fill it 3/4 of the way full with water.
- Heat. Place the pot over low heat on your stovetop and let it simmer for as long as you want the scent to remain. Continue to add water as it cooks down.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 191mg | Iron: 3mg
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