Stove Top Potpourri Recipes That Will Impress All Your Guests (2024)

Last Updated on October 16, 2023 by April

I am the type of person who always has to have some fragrance action going on in my home, but it is unlikely you will see me burning any candles. I prefer to keep it natural and, just as importantly, keep it cheap. Candles can cost a TON of money, and they aren’t perfect for indoor air quality.

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Fortunately for us, there are stovetop potpourri recipes, which make your home smell absolutely divine without grabbing a $20 candle from the store; even better, they’re made up of items you can probably find in your fridge! If Essential Oils are more your speed, then try out these scent hacks.

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Stove Top Potpourri Recipes

For those of you who haven’t heard of stovetop potpourri yet, your life is about to get so much better. Stovetop potpourri is when you gather lovely smelling items you have in your fridge and throw them in a boiling pot of water on the stove. Simple, right? If you don’t want to buy items just for throwing in the pot specifically, take your leftover peels and scraps after making your meal and throwing those in the pot instead!

So without further ado, here are some stovetop potpourri recipes to make your home the envy of all your friends with scents full of depth without the irritation of polluted air or empty wallets!

HEADS UP:Your home is about to smell delicious!

1. Cranberry Citrus

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Okay, so this one is a pretty fancy stovetop potpourri recipe! I love how the creator incorporated fresh ingredients like whole cranberries and cut up citrus fruit. To make things even more awesome, they put cinnamon in for a comforting aroma perfect for cold weather. I’ve used this blogger’s recipe so often, and I have yet to get tired of it!

The best part is, even the delivery guy loves it! He would always tell me how he talks to all his coworkers about how nice my place smells when I open the door. Now THAT is a compliment I would like to hear every day about my place, but then I would be fat from all the deliveries! ☺

2. Orange Peels, Cinnamon & Cloves

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This one is a familiar scent combination that will appeal to a tremendous variety of people. It is the smell of good old fashioned fruit and spices. Since this one is a little more involved in ingredients, you might have to hit up your local grocery to make it. It totally looks worth it, though, and I will be trying it out very soon.

3. Lemon & Rosemary

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I love how simple yet thoughtful this recipe is! With only 3 ingredients, you really don’t have to go too much out of your way to make it. I love how clean this one smells, but the vanilla helps to tone it down a little, so the scent isn’t too bright. You gotta admit, this is a stovetop potpourri you wouldn’t mind showing off to friends as it’s just so visually appealing.

4. The Perfect Fall Potpourri

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While it can’t be Fall year-round, you can at least make it smell like it (and that is something I could really live with). I love the depth and richness of this scent; it is perfect for cuddling up under some blankets next to a toasty fireplace! For those of you who live in an area that is cold a fair amount of the year, you’re welcome!

5. Easy Christmas Stovetop Potpourri

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This one might be a more convenient option for you if you need to throw something lovely on the stove real quick before your guests arrive. With ingredients like apple, lemon, grapefruit, cranberry, and ginger, you will have an easy time grocery shopping on the quick.

6. Tropical Summer ☼

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In case you aren’t a Fall nut like me, don’t worry, there are options for you too (and here is a wonderful one at that)! This one looks super easy to make and I will definitely have to get my hands on some of that coconut extract to make it work. I am totally ready for warm weather now!

7 & 8. Christmas Scent + Williams Sonoma

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Feeling festive? Try this stovetop potpourri recipe.

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Stovetop potpourri recipes like this are perfect for those who want a light and clean scent.

9. Better Than a Candle

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If you are feeling some winter scents, this is a recipe you gotta try out!

10. Winter

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This stovetop potpourri is so stunning to look at!

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All of these stovetop potpourri recipes are fantastic for any season because whichever one you decide to make, people will be talking about how great your place smells! Let me know in the comments your favorite potpourri scents, and if you have any questions, throw them at me! ♥

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FAQs

What are the best ingredients for dry potpourri? ›

  • Seed pods.
  • Small pine cones.
  • Whole nutmeg berries.
  • Whole cloves.
  • Dried citrus rind.
  • Whole star anise.
  • Cinnamon sticks.
Mar 31, 2023

Can you use cinnamon powder instead of cinnamon sticks in potpourri? ›

Ground spices will certainly smell delicious as well, but I like whole cinnamon sticks and cloves because I can strain the mixture and re simmer it multiple days in a row. In a pinch, ground spices will be fine though!

How long do simmer pots last? ›

Simmer pots typically last for one to three hours. If the water is getting low, you can add a couple more cups of water to extend its lifespan. Typically, after three hours, the ingredients have released all their fragrance into the air.

How do you make potpourri smell stronger? ›

How do you make potpourri smell stronger? Two trusty ways to make your potpourri smell stronger are to add more essential oil to the mixture every so often or to agitate it. Shake the container or stir the potpourri to release more scent.

What is the best fixative for potpourri? ›

Popular fixatives include orris root, calamus root, angelica root, frankincense tears, myrrh gum, benzoin gum, balsam of Peru, oak moss, and vanilla beans. It's fine to put more than one fixative to work in a potpourri.

How can I make my house smell nice? ›

Tips to make your house smell good:
  1. Display fragrant plants.
  2. Use scented candles and diffusers.
  3. Get rid of any unpleasant smells.
  4. Ventilate your home.
  5. Make potpourri.
  6. Bake or brew something delicious.
  7. Use essential oils.

How long does stovetop potpourri last? ›

When the water begins to evaporate, add more! Your stove top holiday potpourri will last 3 to 5 days. Holiday Stove Top Potpourri is totally natural, toxin free, and will last several days.

How do you make moist potpourri? ›

Wet potpourri method
  1. Allow your flowers and leaves to wilt overnight, but do not dry them further. ...
  2. Press the layered mixture down with a weighted saucer to remove air pockets, seal tightly, and leave to cure.
Sep 20, 2014

Will boiling cinnamon water make your house smell like cinnamon? ›

Cinnamon Sticks

They're a classic potpourri spice for good reason — a few sticks in a simmering pot of water will make your entire home smell like you've got cinnamon rolls baking.

How can I make my whole house smell like cinnamon? ›

Mix dried oranges, tangerine, lemons, grapefruit skins (small pieces), cinnamon sticks, vanilla and whole cloves, put mixture in a small pot and add water and bring to a boil and, then simmer and the smell will fill your house like it's Christmas every day.

Why simmer with lid on or off? ›

Keep the stove on medium-low heat for a steady simmer. 2. Keep the lid off the pot. Boiling uncovered water causes evaporation, whereas simmering uncovered water keeps most of the cooking liquid in the pot.

Can I leave the stove on simmer and leave the house? ›

Is it safe to leave a stove on without anything cooking? Not safe. The burner will still be hot and someone could burn themselves without the pan covering it.

Do dried oranges work in simmer pots? ›

I love simmer pots, and if you keep a big bowl of potpourri on hand, it makes it easy to scoop some into a pot anytime you want a cozy and warm holiday smell to permeate your home. You can use fresh fruit, but you can also use your leftover dried oranges from your decor!

How do you make dry potpourri? ›

Combine the flowers and leaves in a large bowl. Add the spice blend. Mix to ensure even distribution of the spices. Place the potpourri in a large, lidded jar or bowl and place in the dark to cure for six around weeks, stirring or shaking daily.

How do you make dehydrated potpourri? ›

Thinly slice an orange, lemon, apple and pear, and place them on a metal cooking rack. Using your oven's dehydrate setting, cook the fruit slices until they are fully dried, making sure to flip them every half hour.

How do you make dried flowers smell good? ›

If you wish to enhance the scent of your dried flowers further, you could try adding small drops of your favourite herbal oil into the bottom of your vase - think lavender, rose oil, lemon oil, chamomile or rosemary. This will give your flowers a much more vibrant aroma, and won't cause them any damage.

What dried herbs for potpourri? ›

To make potpourri, fill a container with your dried herbs and flowers of choice. Good herbs to dry for this include lemon verbena, mint, lemon balm, anise hyssop, lavender, rose petals, bergamot heads, rosemary, and any type of dried citrus. This blend looks lovely when you combine the peels and flowers and leaves.

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