The Coziest Christmas Simmer Pot Recipe (Your Home Will Smell Amazing)

There’s nothing quite like walking into a home that smells warm, cozy, and completely like Christmas. One of my favorite ways to fill the house with holiday magic—without a candle in sight—is by making a homemade Christmas simmer pot. It’s simple, natural, budget-friendly, and instantly transforms your home into a festive wonderland.

This is the exact blend I use in my own home and the recipe I package up for my Patience & Grace Co simmer pot bags. The mix of oranges, cinnamon, rosemary, cloves, and star anise creates the perfect Christmas scent that feels nostalgic, comforting, and completely irresistible.

If you’re hosting, decorating, or just want your home to feel extra cozy this season… this recipe is for you!

✨ Christmas Simmer Pot Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp allspice

• 1 tbsp cloves

• 2–3 cinnamon sticks

• 3–4 whole star anise

• 2–3 fresh rosemary sprigs

• 3–4 orange slices (fresh or dried)

Instructions

1. Add 1–2 cups of water to a small sauce pan.

2. Pour in all the ingredients.

3. Bring to a gentle simmer over low heat.

4. Continue adding water as needed (it evaporates slowly as it simmers).

5. Enjoy the warm, cozy scents of the season filling your home!

Pro tip: You can keep the same pot going for hours—just top off with water when it gets low.

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