The use of cannabis in cooking has created exciting possibilities for both fans and chefs. As laws change, more people are finding creative ways to add this flexible plant to their meals. One popular method is using cannabis-infused butter, known as “cannabutter,” which can turn ordinary dishes into gourmet cannabis creations easily. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to make cannabutter, share delicious recipes, and offer tips for improving your cannabis cooking skills.
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The Basics of Cannabutter
Cannabutter is an essential ingredient for lots of recipes with cannabis. You make it by mixing cannabis with butter. Then you can use this special butter in any recipe that needs regular butter. It’s an easy way to have cannabis in different foods. The most important thing in making good cannabutter is to heat the cannabis first to activate its effects. Then you mix it carefully with the butter so the butter absorbs all the good stuff from the cannabis.
Decarboxylation
- Preheat your oven to 245°F (120°C).
- Break your dry cannabis flower into small pieces and spread it out evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even exposure.
- Cool the cannabis before using it in the infusion process.
Infusion
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat and add water to prevent burning.
- Add the decarboxylated cannabis to the melted butter and water mixture.
- Simmer on low heat for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally. Do not let the mixture come to a full boil.
- Strain the butter using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the plant material.
- Cool the butter, then refrigerate until solid.
Creative Cannabis Butter Recipes
Now that you have your cannabis-infused butter prepared, it’s time to start cooking! Here are some creative recipes to spark your culinary creativity
Cannabis-infused chocolate chip cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cannabis butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the cannabis butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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Garlic and Herb Cannabis Butter Steak
Ingredients:
- 4 steaks of your choice (e.g., ribeye, New York strip)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons cannabis-infused garlic and herb butter (recipe below)
Instructions:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat.
- Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place the steaks on the grill and cook to your desired level of doneness, flipping once halfway through cooking.
- Once the steaks are cooked to your liking, remove them from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
- Allow the steaks to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Right before serving, top each steak with a tablespoon of cannabis-infused garlic and herb butter, allowing it to melt over the hot meat.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the flavorful and aromatic steak!
Cannabis Buttered Popcorn
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup cannabis butter, melted
- 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: additional seasonings such as nutritional yeast, garlic powder, or chili powder
Instructions:
- Heat the cannabis butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted.
- Add the popcorn kernels to the pot and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
- Cook, shaking the pot occasionally, until the popping slows down to 2-3 seconds between pops.
- Remove the pot from the heat and carefully transfer the popcorn to a large bowl.
- Drizzle the melted cannabis butter over the popcorn, tossing gently to coat.
- Season with salt to taste, and add any additional seasonings if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your gourmet cannabis-buttered popcorn!
Lemon-Cannabis Butter Pasta
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of pasta of your choice
- 1/2 cup cannabis butter
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- In a large skillet, melt the cannabis butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the lemon zest and cook for another minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the cannabis butter mixture.
- Gradually add the reserved pasta cooking water as needed to create a smooth sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season the pasta with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the lemon cannabis butter pasta hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Conclusion
Cannabis Butter Recipes opens up a world of culinary possibilities, allowing you to infuse your favorite dishes with the therapeutic benefits of cannabis. Whether you’re baking sweet treats, grilling savory steaks, or simply enjoying a bowl of popcorn, cannabis butter recipes offer a delicious way to incorporate cannabis into your cooking routine. So why not get creative in the kitchen and explore the wonderful world of cannabis-infused cuisine? Your taste buds will thank you.
