Who doesn't like a scrumptious bite of cookie, right from the oven? And when you infuse cannabis with it, there is nothing that can top it. Cannabis culture was once cornered and proclaimed as drugs and illegal substance. Then came law changes and people advocating for its many medicinal benefits. Then came CBD oils, and vapes, and an entire spectrum of products we couldn't have imagined a decade back. 

Today, it is an era of edibles. Started from the infamous pot brownies, we have ventured deep into this topic and have cannabutter, bread, cakes, cannabis tea, and a host of recipes that just make you drool. In this article, we are discussing one such recipe. If you have ever wondered how to make cannabis cookies, this is your chance to get a comprehensive answer to that. 

Before we start with the recipe, listen to a word of caution. Edibles do not interact with your body, in the same way, smoking marijuana does. For this reason, you have to go slow on the edibles, especially if you're not a regular consumer. 

What to expect with Cannabis Edibles

You cannot get on the bandwagon without having some knowledge about edibles. If you're a pro, feel free to skip right into the recipe section.

Edibles and Potency

With edibles, you sometimes don't know what to expect. Of course, you can always regulate the dosing, but there is another reason why edibles are more potent than simply smoking cannabis. When you consume an edible, it passed through the liver where the enzymes hydroxylate Δ9-THC to form 11-hydroxy tetrahydrocannabinol (11-OH-THC). The resultant is a psychoactive metabolite that easily passes through the blood-brain barrier and hence, leads to a more potent effect. 

Edibles and Effect

When you're smoking or vaping edibles, you take two or three hits and relax back to let the effect take you over. This is not how edibles work. Because the cannabis has to pass through the digestive system, break down in the liver, and then work its way into the endocannabinoid system, it takes almost 30 minutes or so to show the effects. You also get a more prolonged effect, lasting roughly 6-12 hours so make sure you don't have anywhere to go. 

Edibles & Final Result

When making cookies or brownies, or even cannabutter, it is a little difficult to judge the potency of the edible. You can get the exact weight and measurements when you buy from a brand, but it is difficult to know exactly how much you're consuming when you make them at home. The rule is to start small and then increase gradually. 

Now that you know what to expect let's have a look at how to make cannabis cookies!

| Also Read: Cannabis Edibles Dosage mg Chart - Find the Right Dose |

How to make Cannabis Cookies?

What will you need?

  • 130 g butter (Either cannabutter or normal butter)
  • 250 g of all-purpose-flour
  • 120 g sugar 
  • Two large eggs
  • A tiny amount of salt
  • 4.5-5 g Marijuana (Not needed if you're using cannabutter) 
  • Chocolate chips/nuts/ any other addition you may like
  • Saucepan (Medium/large)
  • Strainer
  • A large bowl
  • Baking Paper
  • Whisk
  • Baking Tray

Step-by-step Guide 

Making cookies is no rocket science. You just need passion and the list of ingredients, and boom you have delicious cookies on your kitchen counter, waiting to be devoured. 

If you're using cannabutter, do not use raw marijuana. It is better to use cannabutter for all your cannabis baking purpose. But if you don't happen to have it, I will use another method in the recipe. Just remember, DO NOT use both cannabutter and raw cannabis. 

If you're planning to experiment in the kitchen and make cannabutter, here's the recipe.

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 

Step 2: Take a saucepan and add the 130g butter, allowing it to melt on low heat. Add the shredded cannabis (use your herb grinder to shred it finely). The heat will decarboxylate the raw cannabis, and activate its THC and CBD compound. The low temperature will ensure the butter is not burning and will allow the cannabis to infuse into it. 

Step 3: After the butter is completely melted and the cannabis has been infused for some time, it is time to strain the butter. Use the strainer, or cheesecloth, to strain it into the bowl.

Step 4: Add your sugar and eggs into the butter, and whisk it. You can use a hand mixer, or even a wooden spoon to do the deed. While you're whisking, add the flour gradually and carefully to avoid any lumps. Add a pinch of salt, and give it one final stir. You can also add the salt later when the cookies are done.

Step 5: You can add chocolate chips, sprinkles, anything you want your cookies to have. This is entirely up to you. Go ahead and improvise the recipe. 

Step 6: You have you gorgeous looking dough, but it needs to rest. You can place it in the oven or your microwave for 10 minutes.

Step 7: Take out the tray from the oven, and start making round balls with the dough. You can also press the ball flat and use moulds to make it more interesting. I prefer my cookies to be round. Place the ball on the parchment paper that is spread on the baking tray. 

Step 8: Place the baking tray in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are brown. 

Now all you have to do is enjoy the cannabis cookies, devour them, and experience the dope high!

This brings us to the end of our article on how to make cannabis cookies. With the quarantine season upon us, you can surely make this to have a fantastic and fun-filled weekend. 

If you're using this recipe, let us know how it turned out to be. 

Till then, keep toking with Olivastu!