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Apple Cinnamon Simmer Potpourri

This simmer potpourri combines sliced apples, cinnamon sticks, and dried fruit simmered in water to release warm, spicy, and fruity aromas. The ingredients cook gently over low heat, creating a fragrant, flavorful mixture that fills your home with cozy fall scents and has a comforting appearance with visible fruit and spices in a simmering liquid.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: seasonal/holidays
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large apples preferably tart or sweet, sliced thin
  • 3 cinnamon sticks cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as cranberries or apricots) chopped if large
  • 4 cups water to fill the pot
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional for enhanced aroma
  • a few drops essential oil (such as orange or cinnamon) use sparingly for depth

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan or pot
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

  1. Place the sliced apples, cinnamon sticks, and dried fruit into the medium saucepan. Pour water over the ingredients until the pot is about three-quarters full.
  2. Add vanilla extract and a few drops of essential oil to the water for extra aroma. Turn the stove to low heat; the water should simmer gently without boiling vigorously.
  3. Watch as steam begins to rise and the mixture releases a warm, spicy scent. Gently stir once or twice to help the aromas infuse evenly.
  4. Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat, checking occasionally to ensure the water level remains above the ingredients. Add more hot water if necessary, to keep the ingredients submerged.
  5. After about 20-30 minutes, the apples soften slightly and the liquid takes on a fragrant, amber hue. The mixture should look cozy and inviting, with visible fruit and spice in the simmering water.
  6. Turn off the heat and carefully remove the cinnamon sticks and dried fruit with a slotted spoon if you prefer a clearer scent, or leave them in for a more rustic look and aroma.
  7. Pour the aromatic mixture into a heatproof bowl or leave it in the saucepan, and enjoy the warm, spicy scent filling your home. Refill with hot water as needed to keep the aroma going.

Notes

Ensure water stays topped up to avoid burning. Adjust essential oil and vanilla for preferred scent strength. Perfect for creating a cozy ambiance during fall or winter seasons.