Are you looking for a Fall simmer pot recipe? Well, I have FIVE recipes for you today! Bring those familiar scents of a Fall day into your home naturally with a simmer pot. Just add a few ingredients to some water on the stove and simmer all day to fill your home with the smells of autumn. Add more water as it gets low, and a fall stove simmer can literally go from morning to night. Try all five of the recipes below, and then pick your favorite scent combination!
Don’t want to turn on the stove? You can also try our air freshener in a jar.
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How To Make Fall Simmer Pot Recipes
A fall stovetop simmer is the perfect way to bring the scents of fall into your home, naturally. Choose one of these blends to get started. You might want to try them all, and I’m sure you’ll end up with a favorite that you can simmer day after day.
General Directions For Fall Simmer Pot Recipes
For all of the recipes below, add the ingredients to a small saucepot and bring to a simmer on your stove. Add more water as needed to keep this simmering for as long as you would like.
Who needs chemical air fresheners when you have these all-natural versions to try?
TIP: You can also try this method in the crockpot! Remember to use caution with these recipes, and never leave your home with something on the stove!
Spiced Citrus Blend
- 1-2 cups of water
- 1 apple (cut into large slices)
- 1 orange (cut into large slices)
- 1 lemon (cut into large slices)
- 2 tablespoons whole cloves
- 4 cinnamon sticks
Apple Pie Scent
- 1-2 cups of water
- 1 apple (cut into large slices)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cinnamon sticks
Spiced Orange Blend
- Rind of one orange
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tablespoons whole cloves
- 3 bay leaves
- 1-2 cups of water
Fall Spiced Scent
- Rind of 1 orange
- 1 apple (cut into large slices)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 cups of water
Cinnamon Orange Spice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 tablespoon nutmeg
- 1 orange (cut into large slices)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 cups of water
A simmer pot is easy to make and super inexpensive, too! Grab a few supplies at the store and keep them on hand all season. Then, you can pop a simmer pot on the stove any day of the week.
I love adding scents to my home, but I am not a huge fan of candles or bottled air fresheners. This all-natural way to add fragrance is perfect for me! Will you give these simmer pot recipes a try this Fall? I know you will love the way they make your home smell!
FAQs About Fall Simmer Pot Recipe
Here are some common questions that readers often ask about making this fall simmer pot recipe. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. If you don’t see your question, feel free to leave it for me in the comments!
How Long Do You Boil A Simmer Pot?
This is up to you. Generally, it takes 2-3 hours to smell a strong aroma from your chosen Fall simmer pot recipe. However, you can keep the simmer pot going for longer.
What Do I Do To Keep The Simmer Pot Boiling Longer?
If you want your simmer pot to continue boiling for a longer period, simply add more water. However, be sure to keep an eye on your ingredients to prevent them from burning in the pot.
How Long Does It Last?
It is difficult to determine an exact timeframe as it depends on the ingredients used and the length of time the pot is simmered. Generally, it is suggested to simmer for at least two days, as fruits like apples and oranges tend to break down after this time.
Can I Turn This Into A Gift?
Yes! This would make a great gift during the Fall season, especially if someone is having a housewarming party. To turn this into a gift, you could put all the ingredients into a large mason jar, write out (or print out) the recipe, and then tie it around the lid of the jar.
That said, when giving the ingredients, don’t cut up the orange, apple, or lemon. Instead, just give the whole fruit so your recipient can cut it up when they are ready. Also, if you wanted to, you could leave out some ingredients like the nutmeg and vanilla extract and have your recipient provide those ingredients themselves.
8 More Fall Recipes & Crafts
Do you love the fall simmer pot recipes and are looking for more fall recipes and crafts? Then check out the ideas below.
I have to admit I’ve never tried this but I think your post will prompt me to do it! I love scented candles burning even in the summer (when the house is closed up with the AC running!) Thanks for sharing the recipes!
I’m sure these are all wonderful, but the fall spiced scent will be the one I try first! We so ready for fall fun at my house!
One of my memories growing up was when my mom would put something on the stove top to make the house smell awesome before guests arrived. Will have to try this for myself. Visiting from Whims Wednesday party.
Angie,
I’m visiting from Inspire Me Monday. I like making a simmering pot at Christmas with some of these same ingredients. I thank you for pulling together these different combinations. I certainly will try some of these aromatic delights this fall! Feel free to hit the dance floor with me & the Monday’s Music Moves Me gals!
I like these too, I have one of those little mug warmers and I take a large mug and put some yummy smelling things in it in the morning and set it on the counter. It’s small but works good for apartments and doesn’t take up stove space that way. 🙂