So you’ve got a batch of golden cannabutter chilling in your fridge. Now you’re staring at it, wondering how to turn it into something delicious without blowing a weekend in the kitchen. Traditional brownie recipes get old fast, and dosing can feel like guesswork.
We’ll share a few of our favorite secret recipes, from pancakes and granola bars to classic brownies and even pasta! The possibilities are endless, but even when you know what to make with cannabutter, there are so many moving pieces to getting the recipe perfect.
The good news? Cannabutter works just like regular butter in virtually any recipe, so it’s easy to craft everything from savory to sweet with consistent potency.
What Is Cannabutter?
Cannabutter is simply butter infused with cannabis cannabinoids. It’s exactly what it sounds like. You can transform THC, CBD, or a mix of cannabinoids into a buttery format using a slow, low-heat extraction process.
You decarboxylate (translation: heat) ground flower so it’s fully psychoactive as soon as you swallow that first bite of whatever you cook up. Then, you simmer it with butter and water to bind cannabinoids to the butterfat. At this point, you’ll need to strain out the plant material.
You’re left with a spreadable fat that carries your chosen dose. Use it anywhere you’d use regular butter, baking, sautéing, or spreading on toast, for consistent, controlled effects. Just like choosing between different strains in your gummies, experiences between recipes can differ depending on preparation.
But maybe you’re looking for inspiration on what to make with your cannabutter. Your search ends here! We’ll share our personal favorite recipes below.
Our Favorite Cannabutter Recipes
As we mentioned earlier, the possibilities are endless. Quite literally anything you make with normal butter (or any other fat source for cooking) can be made with cannabutter. We won’t overwhelm you with a long list of recipes, just a few favorites.
Classic Cannabis Brownies
Kick things off with the timeless cannabis brownie.
Melt ½ cup of cannabutter with dark chocolate over a double boiler until glossy. Whisk in sugar, two beaten eggs, and a splash of vanilla. Fold in ⅔ cup of flour and a pinch of sea salt. Pour into a greased 8x8 pan and bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool fully before cutting into 12 even squares. Each delivers a reliable dose and that rich, fudgy texture everyone loves.
Chewy Cannabis Granola Bars
Swap your usual snack for a homemade treat, perfect for on-the-go!
Melt ⅓ cup cannabutter and ½ cup honey in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in 3 cups of old-fashioned oats, 1 cup chopped nuts, and ½ cup dried fruit. Press the mixture into a parchment-lined 9x9 pan.
Bake at 325°F for 15 minutes. Let cool completely, then cut into 12 bars. These granola bars store well in an airtight container, giving you grab-and-go potency for hiking, study sessions, or mid-afternoon pick-me-ups.
Fluffy Cannabis Pancakes
Breakfast just got elevated.
Whisk 1½ cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and a pinch of salt in one bowl. Beat one egg with 1¼ cups milk and 3 tablespoons melted cannabutter in another. Pour wet into dry and stir until just combined, small lumps are okay.
Heat a nonstick griddle over medium heat, brush with extra cannabutter, and pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form, flip, and brown the other side.
Stack with maple syrup and fresh berries for a lazy Sunday wake and bake or those late nights when you’re feeling breakfast for dinner.
Savory Garlic Herb Mash
Cannabutter doesn’t have to be sweet. Steam two pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes until tender for a savory side. Mash with ¼ cup cannabutter, three crushed garlic cloves, and a handful of snipped fresh chives. Season with salt and pepper.
The fat-soluble THC blends seamlessly into the butter, so every creamy spoonful delivers a gentle edible experience. Pair this mash with grilled chicken or roasted veggies for a comforting meal that doubles as dinner and unwinding therapy.
Cannabis-Infused Brown Butter Pasta
For a more sophisticated culinary experience, try brown butter pasta.
Melt 4 tablespoons of cannabutter in a skillet over medium heat. Swirl until it foams and turns nutty brown, about 4 minutes. Toss cooked fettuccine in the brown butter with grated Parmesan, cracked black pepper, and a squeeze of lemon.
The toasty butter aroma elevates the pasta, while the infused cannabinoids deliver a mellow, lingering high perfect for date nights or winding down after a long day.
The Wrap Up
There you have it! These are some of our favorite treats to make with cannabutter. Just be careful not to overdo it. It’s easy to accidentally get too high if you’re not sure how potent your cannabutter is or how much you’re using, so be sure to have a plan to handle any unwanted effects if you do get too high.
Cannabutter turns ordinary recipes into potent homemade edibles. From classic brownies and fluffy pancakes to savory mash and gourmet pasta, anywhere you could use butter is a chance to substitute with cannabutter.
These recipes are just the tip of the iceberg. We encourage you to get creative and explore more. If you’d rather skip the kitchen, MUNCHIES! is always here to help you enjoy premium edibles with ease.
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