Here’s a basic guide to making cannabis brownies. For best results, you’ll want to start by making cannabutter (cannabis-infused butter) first, as it provides a way for the THC to bind effectively and evenly through the batter. Here’s a step-by-step:

Step 1: Make Cannabutter

This is an essential step, as THC is fat-soluble and binds well to butter.

Ingredients for Cannabutter:

•1 cup unsalted butter

•1 cup water

•7–10 grams of cannabis flower (adjust based on desired potency)

Directions:

1. Decarboxylate the Cannabis: Preheat your oven to 245°F (120°C). Break the cannabis into small pieces, spread it on a baking sheet, and bake for 30-40 minutes. This activates the THC.
2. Combine Butter and Water: In a saucepan, bring the water to a simmer, then add the butter.
3. Add Cannabis: Add the decarboxylated cannabis to the melted butter, stirring gently.
4. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally. Make sure the temperature stays low to avoid burning.
5. Strain the Mixture: After simmering, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl, discarding the plant material. Refrigerate until the butter solidifies.

Step 2: Make Brownies

Ingredients for Brownies:

•1/2 cup cannabutter (replace regular butter in a standard brownie recipe with this)

•1 cup sugar

•1 teaspoon vanilla extract

•2 large eggs

•1/3 cup cocoa powder

•1/2 cup flour

•1/4 teaspoon salt

•1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the cannabutter, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs and mix well.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Slowly stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until the batter is smooth.
4. Bake: Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
5. Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool before cutting.

Tips:

•Start Small: Edibles can take 1–2 hours to kick in and last for several hours. Start with a small piece, and wait 1–2 hours before considering more.

•Storage: Store brownies in an airtight container in a cool place for up to a week or freeze them for longer storage.

Dosage Note:

If you’re unsure of potency, divide the batch into equal pieces and try a small portion first. Edibles can be strong, and dosage control is important.