Hey growers! Want a warming and soothing drink for cold days? Here's a detailed recipe for Cannabis-Infused Hot Chocolate. This hot chocolate combines the rich taste of cocoa with the soothing effects of decarboxylated cannabis flowers.
Ingredients for Cannabis-Infused Hot Chocolate
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Cannabis butter (cannabutter)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 7-10 grams of decarboxylated cannabis flowers
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Hot chocolate
- 2 cups milk (or plant-based milk for a vegan option)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cannabutter (see above)
- Whipped cream or vegan whipped cream (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or marshmallows for garnish (optional)
Step-by-step instructions
Making cannabis butter
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Heat cannabis and butter
- Melt the butter 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 butter
- Use a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the cannabis flowers from the butter.
- Pour the cannabutter into a container and let it solidify in the refrigerator.
Making hot chocolate
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Warm milk
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
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Add cocoa and sugar
- Stir the cocoa powder and sugar into the hot milk until completely dissolved.
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Stir in vanilla and cannabutter
- Add the vanilla extract and cannabutter and stir until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
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Serve
- Pour the hot chocolate into cups.
- Optionally garnish with whipped cream or vegan whipped cream, chocolate shavings or marshmallows.
Enjoy and pay attention to dosage
Start with a small cup to gauge the effects and wait at least 1-2 hours before drinking more.
Tips
- Variations: For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or chili to the hot chocolate.
- Storage: Leftover hot chocolate can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated before serving.
- Serving suggestion: This hot chocolate is perfect for a cozy evening in front of the fireplace.
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
This Cannabis-Infused Hot Chocolate is a delicious and soothing drink that's perfect for cold days. Decarboxylating the cannabis flowers and making the cannabutter are crucial steps to activate the active ingredients in the cannabis and incorporate them into the recipe.
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Happy Sipping! ☕🌿