It’s the weekend, and I’m having the Sunday scaries, so it’s the perfect time for me to catch up on all my recipes. So, if you’re looking for a simple, natural way to invite those springtime vibes and scents into your home, this spring simmer pot recipe is for you.
If you’re trying to switch to non-toxic products and get rid of all the store-bought fragrances, this honestly is a great simmer pot recipe to start with. No fancy products required, just a few simple ingredients you probably already have at home.
Tbh, a blogger friend of mine got me into simmer pots and inspired me to start making different kinds. Now I’m obsessed with them. I literally created a category on this blog just for simmer pots and potpourri, that’s how much I love them!
I don’t think there’s anything better than walking into my home and having it smell warm, lovely, and welcoming. Plus, it’s all-natural and customizable to your preferences, so you can experiment with different scents each time!
More simmer pot recipes:
- Delicious Citrus Simmer Pot Recipe You’ll Want to Make All Year Long
- Simple Copycat Williams Sonoma Simmer Pot Recipe You’ll Love
- Grapefruit Simmer Pot Recipe: A Fresh & Natural Way to Scent Your Home
- Spring Flower Simmer Pot: A Beautiful Way to Scent Your Home
For this spring simmer pot, I used my stainless steel bowl because I wanted to show you how easy it is to make, and that you don’t need to buy any fancy pots to enjoy it.
What is a Simmer Pot:
You probably already know the answer to this, but in case you don’t. A simmer pot is a simple and natural way to make your home smell amazing without using synthetic air fresheners or toxic candles. You fill a pot with water and add certain ingredients like herbs, spices, fruits, essential oils, and extracts, then let it simmer on the stove while it release the scents into the air.
Spring Simmer Pot Recipe
This recipe makes one small pot for the stove. Feel free to substitute or add other ingredients to make this spring simmer pot your own!
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- 2 rosemary sprigs
- 3-4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Slice the Lemon
Start by cutting your lemon into small, thin slices. The lemon adds a lovely, zesty fragrance that’s perfect for spring!
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2. Add the Lemon, Rosemary, and Cinnamon to the Pot
Place the lemon slices into a pot, followed by the rosemary sprigs and cinnamon sticks. These ingredients complement each other beautifully. The herbal, earthy rosemary pairs perfectly with the warm spicy cinnamon, while the lemon brings in a bright, clean scent.
3. Pour in the Vanilla
Add one tablespoon of vanilla extract to the pot. The vanilla will add a sweet undertone that balances the sharper, citrusy notes of the lemon and the spiciness of the cinnamon.
4. Fill the Pot with Water
Now, fill the pot with water, just enough to cover your ingredients.
5. Let It Simmer
Turn on low on the stove and enjoy the fresh smell! As the mixture warms up, the aroma will begin to fill your kitchen. DON’T FORGET to check on it every hour or so, adding more water if needed.
Notes:
- You can add or take away anything. Florals and other herbs will smell good too!
- This will last for 2 or 3 times. Simply add more water and enjoy.
Spring Simmer Pot
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- – 2 rosemary sprigs
- – 3-4 cinnamon sticks
- – 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cut up your lemon in small slices.
- Add the lemons, rosemary sprigs, and cinnamon sticks to your pot.
- Add in the vanilla, then fill in the pot with water to your liking.
- Turn on low on the stove and enjoy the fresh smell!
Notes
- You can add or take away anything. Florals and other herbs will smell good too!
- This will last for 2 or 3 times. Simply add more water and enjoy.
How long to let it simmer?
You can let it simmer for as long as you’d like! I typically start my simmer pots in the morning, especially on days when I’m cleaning my house or hosting, and let them simmer all morning. When the water starts to get low, simply add more and keep simmering.
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