Try this homemade Christmas Essence recipe the whole family will love. Made with orange, lemon, cinnamon and cloves. Easy step-by-step instructions incl…
This Christmas Essence relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as peel of 1 orange, peel of 1 lemon, to 8 whole cloves and large bay leaves. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 62 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026