Stovetop Potpourri is a simple yet thoughtful homemade gift that’s perfect for the holiday season.
This fragrant blend of whole cloves, star anise, cinnamon sticks, cranberries, and orange slices creates a cozy, festive aroma that will fill any home with warmth.
It’s an easy, budget-friendly gift that can be made in just a few minutes and packaged in cute little bags tied with twine.
Whether you’re looking for a small gift for co-workers, friends, or family, this stovetop potpourri is a lovely way to spread holiday cheer and make any space feel like home.
I love this! These would make really great little gifts for your co workers & friends!
Stovetop Potpourri
Ingredients-
1 tsp Whole Cloves.
3-4 Star Anise
3-4 Cinnamon sticks.
1/3 cup Cranberries
1 orange.
Cute Baggies
Twine for the bow.
Instructions
Cut orange into slices.
Add all ingredients to 2 cups water
Simmer on stove and enjoy!
Variations:
Add More Fruit: You can include additional fruits like apple slices, lemon slices, or dried fruit like pineapple for a different fragrance.
Essential Oils: For an extra boost of scent, add a few drops of your favorite essential oils, like cinnamon, orange, or clove, to the water.
Herbs and Spices: Experiment with different spices such as ginger, nutmeg, or cardamom for a unique twist on the traditional potpourri.
Decorative Additions: For a more decorative touch, include dried flowers, pine cones, or small cinnamon bundles in the gift bags.
Tips:
Adjust to Preference: If you prefer a stronger scent, use more of the spices and fruit. For a lighter scent, reduce the quantities slightly.
Package in Mason Jars: For a more polished presentation, package the potpourri in small mason jars instead of bags. Add a cute label with instructions.
Include a Gift Tag: On the tag, remind the recipient to replenish the water as needed and simmer on low heat.
You could also suggest different variations or combinations they can try.
Use a Slow Cooker: If you’re making this for your home, you can use a slow cooker to simmer the potpourri all day for an even stronger fragrance.
Repurpose: After using the stovetop potpourri, you can store the ingredients in a sealed jar to reuse once more! Just add fresh water and heat again.
To store Stovetop Potpourri, follow these tips:
After Use: Once the potpourri has simmered, allow the ingredients to cool completely before storing.
You can reuse the ingredients for one or two more simmering sessions before they lose their fragrance.
Storage Container: Store the leftover potpourri in an airtight container, such as a glass jar or a resealable plastic bag. This helps preserve the scent for your next use.
Refrigeration: If you want to store the potpourri for a longer period (for example, if you’re gifting it later), keep it in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Fresh Water: When ready to reuse, simply add fresh water to the ingredients and simmer again.
You can repeat this process 1-2 more times before replacing the ingredients.
This method will keep your stovetop potpourri fresh and aromatic for multiple uses.
Since Stovetop Potpourri is not a food recipe but rather an aromatic mixture for scenting your home, it doesn’t have any nutritional information.
The ingredients (spices, fruits, and herbs) are used for fragrance rather than for eating.
Therefore, there are no calories, fat, carbs, or protein values to provide.
It’s a wonderful gift or home fragrance option, but not meant for consumption.