Cannabutter, or cannabis-infused butter, is a common ingredient used in many edible recipes. Here’s a really simple recipe:
Ingredients
• 1 cup of butter
• 1 cup (7-10 grams) of ground cannabis, decarboxylated
Please note that the amount of cannabis specified is a suggestion, you might need to adjust it depending on the desired potency.
Process
1. Decarboxylation: Before you start, you’ll need to decarboxylate the cannabis. Preheat your oven to 245ºF. Place cannabis buds on a non-stick, oven-safe tray. Cover the tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Insert the tray into the oven and set a timer for 30-40 minutes. Older, drier cannabis may require less time.
2. Melting the Butter: Add 1 cup of butter and 1 cup of water into a saucepan. Simmer on low and let the butter melt. Adding water can help to regulate the temperature and prevents the butter from scorching.
3. Adding the Cannabis: As the butter begins to melt, add in your ground decarboxylated cannabis.
4. Simmer: Maintain low heat and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. The mixture should never come to a full boil.
5. Straining the Cannabutter: Set a funnel on top of a jar and line it with cheesecloth. Once the butter has cooled off, pour it over the cheesecloth funnel and allow it to strain freely.
6. Cooling the Cannabutter: Allow the jar of butter to cool at room temperature. Once it’s cool, put the jar in the fridge and allow the butter to solidify.
7. Separation: If there is any water in the jar, it will separate from the butter and you can remove it.
Remember to start with a low dose and go slow when you consume edibles. Effects may take hours to appear, and can be significantly stronger and longer-lasting than other forms of cannabis consumption.
Always keep out of reach from children or pets.
Enjoy your homemade cannabutter!
