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Is there anything more tempting than the smell of freshly baked cookies? Add the aroma of your favorite cannabis, and you have the recipe for paradise. This is how the day starts in our kitchen: with the sweet smell of freshly baked cookies, and that unmistakable touch of cannabutter.

The marijuana cookie recipe we are sharing with you on this occasion is delicious and will turn any afternoon into quite an experience.

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We remind you that this is informative content, based on a typical recipe of popular cannabis culture. If you ingest marijuana, you can try it only at your own risk. Cannactiva products are not intended for ingestion.

Ingredients for Marijuana Cookies

For approximately 24 cookies

130g of butter
4-8 g of cannabis
250 g of wheat flour
150 g of sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
1 pinch of salt
100 g of chocolate chips (optional)

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Obtaining Marijuana Butter

Cannabis butter is the fatty vehicle that fixes and protects cannabinoids and terpenes, and guarantees a homogeneous potency in each cookie. It is prepared in advance of the cannabis cookie recipe (at least four hours before).

The first step is to “awaken” or activate the cannabinoids. THCA (acid THC), which is the form in which tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is found in cannabis, is not psychoactive. To convert THCA to THC, we have to heat it. This process, called decarboxylation, occurs optimally at 105-115 °C for approximately 30-45 min.

Quick steps to decarboxylate:

Preheat the oven to 110 °C and use an internal thermometer for precision.
Crush the marijuana (not fine powder) and spread it on a tray with baking paper.
Place the oven tray in the middle (not near the broiler) to avoid excess direct heat.
Bake for 35 min at 105-110ºC. Stir halfway through. The marijuana will go from green to a darker color and will be dry. Do not exceed the recommended temperature and time (it could degrade aromas and cannabinoids).
Cool completely before infusing.

Quick steps to make marijuana butter:

Melt 130 g of butter together with 250 ml of water.
Add 4-5 g of decarboxylated cannabis (that is, the chopped marijuana buds that you have baked). Stir gently.
Keep the cannabis butter infusion at 90-95 °C (without boiling) for approximately 2 hours, covered. The water and the lid stabilize the temperature and prevent the marijuana butter from burning or reaching too high a temperature. Infuse fat at less than 100 °C to avoid degrading cannabinoids. Two hours: the extraction of THC and other cannabinoids needs prolonged heat to transfer to the butter.
Filter with a fine cloth or coffee filter to remove any plant debris. If you do not have them, you can use a fine metal strainer, but visible particles of cannabis will remain in the butter and the flavor will be more intense, bitter, and earthy.
Place in a glass container, let cool, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours: the butter solidifies and the water remains underneath.
Remove the fat and dry. You will have about 120 g ready for the cookie recipe.

For more information on each step, here is the complete marijuana butter recipe.

Step-by-step Marijuana Cookie Recipe

Step 1: Beat marijuana butter and sugar

We beat the butter with the sugar for 2-3 minutes until it lightens and becomes creamy; this achieves an airy and homogeneous base. The beaten butter distributes the cannabinoids evenly, which helps each cookie have a similar potency.

Step 2: Add eggs and vanilla

We add the eggs one by one and the vanilla until a smooth dough is achieved. A good emulsion prevents water and fat from separating during baking and improves the final texture.
Vegan cookie version: replace eggs with 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds + 6 tablespoons of warm water. Stir and let stand for 10 minutes until it acquires a gelatinous texture before incorporating it into the dough.

Step 3: Add flour, baking powder and salt

Gently incorporate the flour with a sieve and then the yeast and a pinch of salt. It is recommended to mix the ingredients gently, not excessively, so that a more tender crumb is maintained and with a better “chew”, a softer texture.

Step 4: Add chocolate extras and toppings

Add the chocolate chips at the end, mixing just enough to distribute them evenly. We can also incorporate chopped nuts, sesame seeds, fine lemon/orange zest, etc., according to preferences.

Step 5: Rest the dough in the refrigerator

Form a ball with the dough, transfer it to a container, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Resting sets the fat, hydrates the flour, and enhances the flavor. With the dough cold, it is easier to work the shaping of the cookies.

Step 6: Preheat and prepare the tray

Preheat the oven to 175 °C and line a tray with baking paper to prevent sticking. Grease the baking paper with butter or oil.

Step 7: Form the cookies and bake for 10-12 minutes

Spread the dough and calculate portions of approximately 30 g, about 24 units. We place them on the oven tray previously lined with parchment paper, keeping a separation between cookies. Bake at 170ºC for only 10-12 min, until edges are golden and the center is tender.

Step 8: Cool and evaluate

Outside the oven, we let the cookies rest for 10 min on the tray and transfer to a rack to finish settling. Once cold, we store them in an airtight glass container.

Important: Keep out of reach of children and pets. Label the product properly. For example: “Marijuana cookies: eat only one and wait for it to take effect”, to avoid household accidents.

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There is a version of marijuana cookies without an oven, in which the cookies are placed in a covered non-stick frying pan, with very little butter, over minimum heat for 12-15 min per side.

Effects of Cannabis Cookies and Dosage

The effect of ingested marijuana is more lasting and potent than when smoked. When passing through the digestive system, the liver transforms THC into 11-hydroxy-THC, a metabolite with more intense and lasting effects; that is why the onset is slower (the effects appear 60-90 minutes after ingestion), but when they arrive, they are more intense and last longer.

Potency and Dosage

Orientative calculations estimating a THC loss of 30% (between decarboxylation + infusion + baking) and calculating the recipe for 24 cookies:

With 8 g of marijuana at 10% THC, you’ll get 23.3 mg per cookie.
If you use 8 grams of cannabis at 1% THC or less, the estimate is 2.3 mg of THC per cookie.

Start low and wait 2 hours before repeating. Marijuana sweets have a delayed onset of effect; eating more units too soon is the typical mistake.

When are They Noticed and how Long Do They Last?

Indicative data: the tolerance and effects of THC vary according to individual conditions.

Start: normally 30–60 minutes; in some people it may take up to 2 hours depending on metabolism, full/empty stomach and dose.
Peak effects: usually arrives between 1 and 2 hours after ingestion.
Duration of effects: often 4-8 hours (high doses or lower tolerance may lengthen it)

Precautions

In adequate doses, marijuana cookies can offer sensations of relaxation and a more prolonged effect than smoking. The start is slow, but the trip is usually smooth and lasting, ideal to enjoy in a comfortable and relaxed environment.

If the amount is exceeded or you are not used to THC, less pleasant sensations may appear such as dizziness, heaviness, intense sleepiness, noticeable accelerated heart, or some confusion, in addition to the classic red eyes, dry mouth, and loss of coordination.

The key to avoiding adverse effects is simple: start with a small portion, wait at least two hours before repeating, and always choose a trusted environment.

Does CBD decrease the effects of THC?

The intensity of these effects depends on the amount ingested, the potency of the batch, body weight, tolerance, and whether you have eaten recently.

To minimize adverse effects, it is recommended:

Consume a small amount (one cookie or half, depending on individual tolerance and type of marijuana used), and wait at least 60 minutes to notice effects.
Do not mix with alcohol, medications or other nervous system depressants.
Avoid driving or operating machinery until the next day.

Now you know how to make marijuana cookies, experiment and enjoy a trip that begins in your kitchen. Happy baking! ?