If you're looking to make your own cannabis-infused butter, also known as cannabutter, there are a few things you need to know. Cannabutter is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes, from baked goods to savory dishes. Here's a step-by-step guide to making cannabutter at home.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 to 1 ounce of cannabis flower, depending on the desired potency
- 1 pound of unsalted butter
- Water
Equipment:
- Cheesecloth
- Fine mesh strainer or sieve
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Glass container or jar with lid
Instructions:
- Decarboxylate your cannabis flower by preheating your oven to 240°F (115°C) and spreading the cannabis flower evenly on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the cannabis is lightly browned and fragrant.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add enough water to cover the butter and stir until the butter is fully melted.
- Add the decarboxylated cannabis flower to the butter-water mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Simmer the mixture over low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. Make sure the mixture doesn't boil or the THC will degrade.
- After 2-3 hours, remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, strain the mixture through a cheesecloth into a glass container or jar. Squeeze the cheesecloth to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Let the cannabutter cool to room temperature, then cover it with a lid and refrigerate until solid.
Now that you have your own cannabutter, you can use it in your favorite recipes. Start with a small amount and gradually increase the dosage until you find the right amount for you. Enjoy!