June 4, 2025
How to Make Cannabis Chocolate Brownies (Easy Beginner Recipe)
Who can resist a good brownie? Add a little special twist and you've got the perfect treat for a chill afternoon. Here’s how to make cannabis chocolate brownies—easy, delicious, and beginner-friendly.
The Classic That Never Fails
Cannabis chocolate brownies are probably the most iconic edible out there. They're easy to make, great to share, and absolutely delicious. Plus, it’s one of the best ways to get started with cannabis cooking.
Just remember: patience and dosing are key. Edibles hit differently than smoking. Here’s a super simple recipe with everything you need to nail it.
Step 1: Decarboxylate Your Cannabis
Before cooking with cannabis, you need to activate the cannabinoids (THC, CBD) through heat—this is called decarboxylation. It’s essential if you want your brownies to have an effect.
How to do it: gently grind your flower and bake it at 230-245 °F (110-120 °C) for about 30-40 minutes.
If you want to make life easier, there are automatic decarboxylators like the Ardent FX that handle everything with precision.
Step 2: Make Cannabis Butter
Next, infuse your decarboxylated cannabis into butter (or coconut oil). This is your base ingredient.
Just heat the butter and cannabis together in a double boiler for 1-2 hours on low heat, then strain. Boom—canna-butter ready!
Pro tip: use fine mesh strainers like these for smooth, clean butter with no leftover plant bits.
Step 3: Bake the Brownies
Now the fun part. You can use your favorite homemade brownie recipe or a box mix—both work great.
Basic ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cannabis butter
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup flour
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: nuts, chocolate chips, vanilla extract
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 340 °F (170 °C).
- Melt the chocolate with cannabis butter.
- Mix in the sugar thoroughly.
- Add the eggs one at a time.
- Fold in the flour and salt.
- Pour into a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes (watch the texture—slightly fudgy is best).
A good non-stick baking pan makes all the difference. This one is great for perfect brownies every time.
Final Thoughts
And that’s it! Your cannabis chocolate brownies are ready to enjoy. Perfect for a chill movie night, cozy afternoon, or hanging out with friends (just always let people know what's in them!).
Reminder: start with a small portion and go slow—edibles take time to kick in. If you try this recipe, tag us—we’d love to see your creations!
