Hey growers! Want a healthy and comforting snack on the go? Here's a detailed recipe for Cannabis-Infused Granola Bars. These granola bars combine the nutrients of oats, nuts and dried fruit with the beneficial effects of decarboxylated cannabis flowers.
Ingredients for Cannabis-Infused Granola Bars
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Cannabis oil
- 1/2 cup coconut oil or olive oil
- 7-10 grams of decarboxylated cannabis flowers
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Granola Bars
- 2 cups oatmeal
- 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g. almonds, walnuts or hazelnuts)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup cannabis oil (see above)
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (e.g. raisins, cranberries or apricots)
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-step instructions
Making cannabis oil
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Heat cannabis and oil
- Melt the coconut oil or olive oil in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add the decarboxylated cannabis flowers and stir well.
- Simmer the mixture over low heat for about 2-3 hours. Make sure the mixture does not boil.
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Strain oil
- Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove the cannabis flowers from the oil.
- Pour the cannabis oil into a container and store it in the refrigerator.
Preparing Granola Bars
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Preheat oven
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a square baking pan (approx. 20×20 cm) with baking paper.
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Mix dry ingredients
- In a large bowl, mix together the oats, chopped nuts, dried fruit, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon and salt.
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Mix wet ingredients
- In a small saucepan, heat the cannabis oil and honey or maple syrup over low heat until well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Mix
- Pour the warm oil-honey mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
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Fill into the mold
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use a piece of baking paper to press the surface evenly.
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Bake
- Bake the granola mixture in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
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Let cool down
- Allow the granola mixture to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Enjoy and pay attention to dosage
Start with a small bar to gauge the effects and wait at least 1-2 hours before eating more.
Tips
- Variations: Add chocolate chips or coconut flakes to vary the granola bars to your taste.
- Storage: Store the granola bars in an airtight container. They will keep at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for longer.
- Serving suggestion: These granola bars are a perfect snack on the go or a healthy breakfast.
Important NOTE
“What’s in it is in it!” – When it comes to edibles, always pay attention to how much you consume and wait a reasonable amount of time between doses to assess the effect. Never let anyone try or eat your edibles, especially if they don’t know about the ingredients! Always keep edibles locked away and out of the reach of children. Do not operate machinery or drive while under the influence of cannabis. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid any form of cannabis.
Conclusion
These cannabis-infused granola bars are a healthy and comforting snack that's perfect for on-the-go. Decarboxylating the cannabis flowers and producing the cannabis oil are crucial steps to activate the active ingredients in the cannabis and incorporate them into the recipe.
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Happy snacking! 🌿🍪