Weed butter, also known as cannabutter, is a versatile ingredient used in many cannabis – infused recipes. Here’s a simple guide on how to make it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/4 – 1/2 ounce of decarboxylated cannabis (the amount depends on your desired potency)
- 2 cups of water
Steps
- Decarboxylation: First, preheat your oven to 240°F (115°C). Spread your cannabis evenly on a baking sheet and bake for about 30 – 40 minutes. This activates the THC in the cannabis.
- Mixing: Put the decarboxylated cannabis, butter, and water into a slow – cooker. The water helps prevent the butter from burning.
- Cooking: Set the slow – cooker to low and let it cook for 3 – 4 hours. Stir the mixture occasionally.
- Straining: After cooking, use a cheesecloth or a fine – mesh strainer to strain the mixture into a container. Press the cannabis to get as much of the butter out as possible.
- Cooling and Storage: Let the weed butter cool at room temperature. Then, put it in the refrigerator until it solidifies. Store it in an air – tight container in the fridge or freezer.
Remember, the use and production of weed butter are subject to local laws and regulations. Make sure you are in compliance before attempting to make it.
