Cannabis Edibles Made Simple: Recipes, Dosage, and Baking Tips

If you’re curious about turning your favorite desserts into cannabis edibles, you’ve come to the right place. This guide breaks down the basics of infusing butter or oil, choosing the right strain, and keeping dosage under control. No fancy jargon, just straight‑forward steps you can follow in a regular kitchen.

Getting Started with Infused Butter or Oil

The first step is making an infusion that will carry the THC or CBD into your baked goods. You’ll need:

1 cup of butter or ¾ cup of coconut oil
7‑10 grams of decarboxylated cannabis (ground and baked at 240°F for 30‑40 minutes)
A saucepan, a fine mesh strainer, and a storage container

Combine the butter or oil with the cannabis on low heat for 2‑3 hours, stirring occasionally. Keep the temperature below 200°F to avoid burning the cannabinoids. After simmering, strain the mixture through the mesh to remove plant material. Let it cool, then store it in the fridge. This infused fat is the base for brownies, cookies, and even frosting.

Simple Edible Recipes to Try

Once you have infused butter, you can swap it for regular butter in almost any recipe. Here are three quick ideas:

1. Classic Cannabis Brownies – Use your infused butter in a standard brownie mix or homemade recipe. Aim for a ¼ cup of infused butter per batch to keep the potency manageable.

2. Weed Cookies – Replace the butter in a chocolate chip cookie recipe with the same amount of infused butter. Add a pinch of extra salt to balance the flavor.

3. Infused Frosting – Melt a small amount of infused butter with powdered sugar and a splash of milk. Drizzle over cupcakes for a subtle kick.

All three recipes are covered on our site under the "brownies" and "cookies" tags, so you can find detailed instructions and variations there.

Dosage Basics: How Much Is Too Much?

Safety starts with knowing how much THC or CBD each serving contains. A typical homemade batch using 7‑10 g of cannabis yields about 100 mg of THC total. If you make 20 brownie squares, each piece would have roughly 5 mg of THC. That’s a gentle dose for beginners.

Adjust the amount of cannabis or the number of servings to fit your tolerance. Always label your edibles and keep them out of reach of kids and pets.

Tips for Consistent Results

Consistency can be tricky, but a few habits help:

Measure your infused butter with a kitchen scale for accuracy.
Mix the butter thoroughly into the batter to avoid pockets of high potency.
Cool the finished treats completely before cutting, as heat can affect the potency.

Remember, the flavor of cannabis can be subtle. Pair your edibles with strong chocolate, coffee, or spices to mask any herbal notes.

With these basics, you’re ready to experiment. Try swapping ingredients, adding nuts, or using different strains for unique effects. The key is to start low, go slow, and enjoy the process. Happy baking!