Easy Infused Cannabis Butter

Cannabis butter is your golden ticket to elevating any meal, we’re talking brownies, next-level popcorn, or even adding a *little* extra sunshine to your morning toast. This butter takes the ordinary and makes it extraordinary, and it only takes a few simple ingredients, a strainer, and a bit of patience. Sure, the whole process will clock in around six hours, but most of that time is just letting the magic happen. With this potent batch of green gold in your fridge your kitchen game is about to change for the better!

Here's your shopping list:

Water
High-quality butter (250g)
10-14 grams of your favorite strain
Baking pan
Parchment paper
Pot with a lid
Strainer or cheesecloth

Step 1 Decarbing

Before we dive in, let’s talk decarbing. Decarboxylation is the process that turns your cannabis into a potent ingredient for edibles. Without it, your THC and CBD stay locked up in their inactive forms THCA and CBDA, meaning you’d be missing out on the full effects. So, trust me, this step is worth it!

Prep Your Weed:
Take about 10-14 grams of cannabis—I use 20%-25% THC. Break it up into small pieces with your hands, but avoid grinding it into dust. Spread it out on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Oven Time:
Preheat your oven based on what you’re aiming for:

Max THC: 30 minutes at 110°C (230°F).
Balanced THC:CBD: 20 minutes at 130°C (266°F).
Max CBD: 30 minutes at 130°C (266°F).

Once it’s done, let it cool completely. It should look slightly browned and smell DANK.

Step 2 Infusing Your Butter

You won’t need fancy equipment or chef skills for this part—just some patience. Here’s how to do it:

Melt the Butter:
Begin by heating up about a cup of water in a covered pot on your stove’s lowest temperature (should be 70-80°C), then add 250 grams of high-quality butter. You can always scale up if you’re making a bigger batch, but I recommend sticking to 10-11 grams of weed per 250 grams of butter for the best results. Feeling bold? You can push it to 14-15 grams for a guaranteed max potency. Just remember, too much weed and not enough butter means your THC won’t have enough fat to bind to, and you’ll end up wasting some of that precious herb.
Combine and Let Sit:
Once your butter is melted, add the decarbed weed. The trick here is to keep the heat low, around 70°C (158°F), and let the mix simmer gently for 4 to 5 hours. If your stove top’s lowest settings are higher than this you can leave this on the stove for less time around 2-3 hours. Stir occasionally, and remember—slow and steady baby!
Strain and Cool:
Now it’s time to let the mixture cool and then we strain it. Pour it through a strainer or cheesecloth into a container, making sure to press out every last bit of that infused goodness. Next, pop the container in the freezer for about an hour, or until a solid block of weed butter has separated from the water.

Once your butter is solid, you’ll notice a murky liquid left behind. Don’t toss it! This liquid still has some fat and a bit of weed in it—perfect for adding a little extra kick to your day. You can blend it into a smoothie for a subtle buzz, or try my favorite trick: heat it up with some milk, add a tea bag, and a little syrup, and voilà—you’ve got yourself a spiked London Fog.

For the step-by-step video, check out our Instagram where I show the entire process!

Common questions:

What will the dose of my butter be?

The amount of butter you use, the amount of weed and the potency of that weed, and of course cooking temperature and time affect the potency of your butter.

For an easy way to calculate my butter’s potency, I use this calculator from Volcano Tips. It’s a great tool to help you get the dosage just right based on the cooking times used for this recipe.

Note- We’ll be using heat to "activate" and infuse our cannabis, it’s important to be mindful of the temperatures and cooking times at each step. Cooking at too high a temperature or for too long can weaken the potency of your cannabutter, but too low or too short of time may not fully activate your cannabinoids in their acid forms. This is why accurate timing and temperature control are important.

When it comes to dosing, it’s always better to start low and go slow

My recipe typically makes a dose of about 20-30 mg per 5 grams of weed butter. That means if you’re trying this for the first time, start with half a teaspoon or 2-3 grams of butter. Keep in mind, your potency might vary depending on your cooking time or temperature, so be cautious—start with a small amount and see how it affects you before having more.

This recipe has never been a dud, so resist the urge to eat more if you don’t feel the effects right away. Eating too much can lead to a "green out," which is definitely not the vibe you’re going for. And remember: DO NOT mix this with alcohol or even coffee, especially if you’re new to edibles. Keep it simple and safe.

For more tips on enjoying edibles responsibly, check out our article on the dos and don’ts of consuming edibles.

Do I have to decarb?

You don’t HAVE to decarb, but I’d recommend it if you want to get the most out of your cannabis. The point of decarbing is to activate most of the THC and CBD in your bud, bringing your weed to its peak potency before you infuse it into butter. If you skip this step and just rely on slow boiling, you’ll still infuse cannabinoids, but your cannabutter likely won’t be as potent.

How can I use my weed butter?

If you want to keep the potency of this butter at its max, try using it “raw.” Spread it on bread, warm it up and drizzle it over popcorn, or stir it into a warm beverage (makes for a rich hot chocolate). Of course, you can also add it to baked goods, but if you’re using it in something that’s going back into the oven or in a pan, try to add the weed butter at the end of the process, or consider adding a little extra to compensate. Some potency will be lost during additional cooking or baking.

Here’s three ways I like to use my butter:

Hot chocolate
On top of pancakes
Butter coffee

There are so many ways to use this butter to elevate your culinary experience. So, take it easy, get creative, and enjoy the cooking Mamas!