Home-made THC-Infused Brownies
Creating potent THC edibles at home can be a fun and rewarding process, especially for customers who enjoy DIY. Below is a detailed recipe for making THC-infused brownies, a classic, potent edible that your customers can enjoy.
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Ingredients:
- ½ cup (8 tbsp) THC-infused butter (Cannabutter)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Optional toppings: Chocolate chips, nuts, or caramel sauce.
Step 1: Make Cannabutter
Ingredients for Cannabutter:
- ½ ounce (14 grams) decarboxylated cannabis flower (about 15-20% THC)
- 1 cup (8 ounces) unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
- Decarboxylate the Cannabis:
- Preheat your oven to 240°F (115°C).
- Break your cannabis flower into small pieces and spread it evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even heating.
- This process activates the THC by converting THCA into psychoactive THC.
- Infuse the Butter:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a simmer.
- Add 1 cup of butter and let it melt.
- Once the butter is melted, add your decarboxylated cannabis to the mixture.
- Simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. The temperature should not exceed 200°F (93°C), so use a thermometer if possible.
- After simmering, strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a glass container. Make sure to squeeze out every last drop of butter from the cannabis material.
- Let the butter cool and solidify. Discard the plant matter.
Step 2: Make the Brownies
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and THC-infused butter until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until smooth and well-combined. If you’re using any optional toppings like chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Allow the brownies to cool before cutting into 9 or 12 equal-sized pieces (depending on your desired potency).
Step 3: Calculate Potency
- THC Calculation:
- If your cannabis flower is 15% THC, that means you have 150 mg of THC per gram.
- If you used ½ ounce (14 grams) of cannabis in your cannabutter, that’s 2,100 mg of THC in the butter.
- If you used ½ cup (8 tbsp) of cannabutter, divide the total THC by 2 (since you used half the total cannabutter), which gives you 1,050 mg of THC in your batch of brownies.
- Per Serving:
- If you cut your brownies into 12 pieces, each piece will contain approximately 87.5 mg of THC. If you want a milder dose, cut the brownies into more pieces to reduce the THC per serving.
Important Tips
- Dose with Caution: Potency can vary based on the strain of cannabis, decarboxylation, and butter infusion efficiency. Always start with a small piece and wait for at least 1-2 hours before consuming more, as edibles take longer to kick in.
- Storage: Store your brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
Final Thoughts
THC-infused brownies are a delicious and potent way to enjoy cannabis. This recipe provides a strong kick, so customers should be mindful of dosing and start small if they’re new to edibles. Encourage them to experiment with different flavors and add-ins, like caramel or peanut butter, for an even tastier treat!