Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make Weed Brownies at Home

It’s that time of year, you know, when we all love to get comfy at home – and what better way to sink into the couch this fall season than with a batch of homemade weed brownies. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just love creating in the kitchen, pot brownies, put the baked in baking. Achieving the perfect balance of flavor, texture, and potency requires more than just adding ground-up cannabis flower to your brownie batter. So, let’s make some pot brownies!

How to Make Infused Butter or Oil

Before diving into the brownie-making process, you’ll need to infuse cannabis into butter or oil. This is the base of a lot of weed edibles, including weed brownies.

Step 1: Decarboxyl

The magic behind cannabis’s psychoactive effects comes from a process called decarboxylation or decarbing. Raw cannabis doesn’t get you high on its own; it must be heated at a low temperature to activate the THC in cannabis flower. To begin decarbing your cannabis, preheat your oven to 245°F (+/- on the temperature depending on your oven) and spread 1 gram of 25%+ coarsely ground cannabis evenly on a baking sheet. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even heating. DO NOT OVERHEAT. This process will activate the compounds in your cannabis to give you that feeling of being “high.”

Step 2: Infusing the Butter or Oil

Once your cannabis is activated, it’s time to infuse it into butter or oil. Both work great in weed brownies, but your choice may depend on dietary preferences or restrictions. Here’s a simple recipe for both:

Cannabis Butter (Cannabutter) Ingredients:

– ½ cup butter (unsalted)

– 1 gram decarb cannabis

– 1 ½ cups water

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter with water over low heat. The water helps maintain the temperature to prevent the butter from burning.

2. Add the decarboxylated cannabis to the mixture.

3. Let it simmer on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. Do not let the mixture boil.

4. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth into a bowl, and throw away the strained cannabis matter.

5. Refrigerate the cannabutter until it forms a solid, then remove and discard the excess water. Your cannabis butter is ready for baking! 

Cannabis Oil Ingredients:

– 1/2 cup coconut oil (or any other oil of your choice)

– 1 gram of decarb cannabis

Instructions:

1. In a crockpot or double boiler, heat the oil on low heat.

2. Add the cannabis and stir to combine.

3. Simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, ensuring the temperature stays below 200°F.

4. Strain the oil through cheesecloth, and your cannabis-infused oil is ready.

With your cannabis-infused butter or oil prepared, it’s time to get to the main event: making the perfect weed brownies!

Pro Tip: For an easier and more precise cannabis decarboxylation, activation, infusion, and baking process, consider investing in the Ardent Decarboxylation Machine. This sleek kitchen gadget is foolproof and helps to maintain the perfect temperature to fully activate and infuse your cannabis, ensuring maximum potency without any guesswork. This all-in-one machine can activate, infuse or even bake. Yes, Ardent is self-described as an “easy bake oven for adults.” 

The Perfect Pot Brownie Recipe

Ingredients:

– ½ cup (1 stick) melted cannabis-infused butter or oil

– 1 cup sugar

– 2 large eggs

– 1 vanilla bean (scraped)

– ⅓ cup cocoa powder

– ⅓ cup powdered sugar

– ½ cup all-purpose flour

– ¼ teaspoon coarse sea salt

– ¼ teaspoon baking powder

– Optional: chopped hazelnuts, toffee bits, milk chocolate or dark chocolate chunks, or caramel morsels (this is your chance to get creative)

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan.
• Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, or with a handheld or stand mixer, blend the cannabis-infused butter or oil with sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
• Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gently incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can affect the texture.
• Bake: Line a baking pan with parchment paper, pour the batter into the lined baking pan and bake for 18-25 minutes (depending on your oven and how well down you like your brownies). Use a toothpick to check for doneness—when it comes out clean, your brownies are ready. Let them cool before cutting them into 20 THC-infused squares.

Don’t have time to make weed brownies from scratch? No problem! You can easily swap out the butter or oil in a boxed brownie mix with your cannabis-infused version. This shortcut saves time on measuring and mixing. Just be sure to properly calculate your dosage and follow the same 5+/-mg per serving guideline.

Baking Etiquette

Cannabis-infused butter and oil tend to release strong aromas while cooking, which can fill your kitchen and possibly drift to your neighbors. Here are some ways to be considerate:

• Ventilate:Keep your windows open and use fans to keep the air circulating. This may help to get rid of the smell quicker.
• Neutralize Odors: Light candles, use essential oil diffusers or cook something else alongside your brownies to mask the scent. Strong-smelling foods like seafood, garlic or onions might help. You might want to also consider leaving coffee grounds out while you make your weed edibles. This may help to neutralize the scent of baked cannabis. 

Proper Dosing for Pot Brownies

One of the most important aspects of making weed brownies is dosing. You want to create a pleasant experience, not an overwhelming one. A good rule of thumb is to aim for about 5mg of THC per serving. A half cup of your cannabis-infused oil or butter is approximately 100 total milligrams (+/-). Divide your brownies into 20 squares for 5+/-mg  serving, making it a little easier to control your dosage.

It is important to keep in mind that edibles take time to kick in, so start low and go slow. It can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 2+ hours to feel the desired effects, depending on your metabolism and tolerance. Be patient before grabbing another pot brownie!

Safely Storing Weed Brownies

Once your pot brownies are baked and cooled, it’s important to store them safely—especially if you have kids or pets in your home. Homemade edibles can look like regular treats, so it’s important to keep them out of reach, securely locked and labeled.  

• Use an Airtight Container: Store your weed brownies in an airtight container to keep them fresh. Glass containers with locking lids work great, as they also help minimize the smell.
• Label Clearly: Even if you’re the only one in your household, it’s always a good idea to label the container with the dosage and the word “Cannabis” to avoid any confusion. You might be able to find THC stickers online. 
• Refrigeration: Cannabis-infused edibles can last up to 7 days in the refrigerator. If you’re looking to store them longer, wrap individual portions in a freezer-safe bag. Frozen brownies may last up to three months. Just don’t forget to properly label the brownie before you defrost it to enjoy!
• Keep Away from Kids and Pets: Store the container in a high, secure cupboard or even a locked box. Cannabis may affect pets and children differently, and even small amounts might be dangerous. Safety always comes first!

Don’t forget to also properly and securely store your cannabis flower, weed butter or cannabis oil. Your pot brownies aren’t the only thing that needs to be properly put away! 

Once your weed brownies are done, properly dosed, and safely stored, it’s time to enjoy! Remember to be mindful of your consumption, as edibles can take a while to hit. Starting with 5 mg or even half a brownie is a safe way to ease into your experience, especially if you’re new to weed edibles. You may want to wait at least 2 hours, after consuming one of your delicious weed brownies, to allow for the desired effects to take place. 

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Disclaimer: The content provided in this article is for informational purposes only. Please consume cannabis responsibly and follow all local laws and regulations.

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