Let’s be real—store-bought edibles are expensive, sometimes full of mystery ingredients and you never quite know how strong they really are.. But what if you could whip up your own homemade weed butter, tailored to your own tolerance and taste, in just a few hours?
Whether you’re craving next-level brownies or want to give your morning toast a little extra lift, this guide has you covered. We’re breaking down the best cannabutter recipes of 2025 - perfect for beginners and seasoned infusion pros, you will find a recipe for you here.
No lab coat required. No fancy equipment, no confusing science—just tried-and-true, simple, effective methods, a little cannabis, and a whole lot of flavor.
Let’s get infused.
Total Time: ~4 hours
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2.5–3 hours
Set Aside: 1 hour
Servings: 16 tbsp (1 cup)
Calories (per tbsp): ~100–120
Before we dive into how to make cannabis butter, a little prep goes a long way. From choosing the right strain to understanding decarboxylation, this section covers everything you need to get your ingredients, tools, and ratios dialed in - so you get the most out of both your weed and your butter.
When making cannabutter, your weed-to-butter ratio determines the strength of each dose. Potency depends on your cannabis strain’s THC %, the amount used, how many servings you plan to make, and your personal tolerance.
General rule of thumb:
Use 7 grams (¼ oz) of cannabis per 1 cup of butter for edibles with moderate potency. Assuming your flower is ~15–20% THC, that equals about 20–25mg THC per tablespoon. To calculate dosage more precisely, you can use this DIY dosage formula:
Example:
Pro Tip: Always test a small amount first (¼ tsp – ½ tsp) and wait 1–2 hours before consuming more. Want it stronger? Use less butter or more weed next time. Too intense? Mix infused butter with regular butter to dilute it. Easy!
| Cannabis Used | Estimated THC* | Butter Used | Est. THC per Tbsp** | Potency Level |
| 3.5g (⅛ oz) at 15% THC | 525mg | 1 cup | ~20–25mg | Mild |
| 7g (¼ oz) at 15% THC | 1,050mg | 1 cup | ~40–50mg | Moderate |
| 10g (⅓ oz) at 15% THC | 1,500mg | 1 cup | ~60–75mg | Strong |
| 14g (½ oz) at 15% THC | 2,100mg | 1 cup | ~90–110mg | Very Strong |
| 10.5g shake (trim mix)(1.5×) | ~1,050mg | 1 cup | ~40–50mg | Adjusted for shake |
* Based on cannabis tested at 15% THC
** Assumes ~30% loss during decarb/infusion
Ready to turn everyday butter into your go-to cannabis infusion? This classic infusion method transforms ordinary butter into a versatile cannabis cooking ingredient for edibles. Whether you're baking brownies or cooking savory dishes, mastering this simple process helps ensure reliable potency, rich flavor, and consistent results every time.
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Before you begin, make sure your cannabis cannabis has been properly decarboxylated this heat-activation process is essential to convert THCA into psychoactive THC.. For this recipe, you'll need 7 grams (¼ ounce) of decarbed cannabis flower and 1 cup of high-quality unsalted butter or coconut oil.
Your choice of fat matters:
Place your butter or oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over the lowest possible heat (160-200°F). After the oil has melted, add the decarbed cannabis and stir gently to ensure all the weed is fully submerged. Maintain this low temperature for 2-3 hours.
The slow infusion allows the THC and other cannabinoids to properly bind with the fats without degrading the compounds.
Stir every 30–45 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even distribution of cannabinoids.
After infusion, slowly strain the mixture through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer into a clean heat-safe container. Use the back of a spoon or press gently to extract every last drop of that precious infused butter. Don’t toss the leftover plant material; it still contains residual cannabinoids and can be saved for making firecrackers, capsules, or other simple DIY edibles.
Allow your freshly made cannabutter to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator. It will take approximately 2-3 hours to fully harden in the fridge. When Cannabutter is ready, it should be light green to deep olive, with a creamy consistency that spreads easily.
Properly stored in an airtight container, your cannabutter will maintain potency for up to 2 months in the refrigerator or 6 months in the freezer.
Before slow cookers and infusers, cannabis chefs relied on stovetops and patience. This classic method is time-tested, reliable, and delivers rich, flavorful butter with a dose of nostalgia.
Place your decarbed cannabis (7–10 grams) and 1 cup of butter or ghee into a heat-safe mason jar or the top of a double boiler.
Important: Never place the jar directly on the bottom of the pot! Use a heat-safe barrier such as a heat-resistant silicone trivet or folded towel to prevent the glass from cracking and to ensure even heat distribution.
Fill your saucepan with water until it reaches just below the lid of the jar (about ¾ up the sides of the jar). Make sure the jar sits stable and upright. Loosely screw the lid-tight enough to stay on, but loos enough to allow steam to escape and avoid pressure build up.
Place the jar or top pot over simmering water. Keep the water at a steady low heat (170–190°F) and let the mixture infuse for 2–3 hours. Stir occasionally if accessible.
Carefully remove the jar from the heat and let it cool slightly. Then strain through cheesecloth into a clean container, squeezing gently to get every drop of cannabis butter.
Let the butter cool to room temperature before placing it in the fridge. You’ll end up with beautifully infused, creamy pot butter ready for baking or cooking.
Don’t toss that leftover shake—turn it into potent, budget-friendly cannabis butter. Shake contains a mix of leaves, trichomes, and bits of bud that, while less concentrated than premium flower, can still pack a punch when infused correctly.
For this recipe, use 10–14 grams of decarboxylated cannabis shake (since it’s less concentrated than full flower) and 1 cup of unsalted butter or coconut oil. Make sure your shake is decarbed before infusing—learn how to decarb weed properly here.
Reminder: Make sure your shake is fully decarboxylated before infusion. Here’s how to decarb your cannabis correctly.
Coconut oil is a popular choice for this method; it’s vegan, has a long shelf life, and its high saturated fat content helps bind cannabinoids more effectively.
Heat matters. In a saucepan over low heat (160–200°F), melt your butter or oil. Add your decarbed shake and stir gently. Keep the mixture simmering for 2–3 hours, maintaining a steady temperature and ensuring the cannabis stays fully submerged.
Slowly pour the infused mixture through a cheesecloth-lined strainer into a clean jar or container. Shake can be extra gritty, so take your time - press or squeeze the cloth gently to extract as much infused oil as possible while minimizing plant matter from your butter
Let the butter cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate until solid. Shake-based cannabutter may appear slightly darker or greener than flower-based weed butter. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 months or freeze for longer storage.
If you prefer a hands-off infusion method with minimal babysitting, the crock pot is a game-changer. It’s loved by seasoned chefs for its low-maintenance consistency and reduced risk of burning.
Add 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of water to your crock pot. The water helps regulate heat and prevents scorching. Then add 7–10 grams of decarbed cannabis flower (or shake).
Set your crock pot to low (ideal range is 160°F–190°F) and cover with the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape. Let the mixture simmer for 4–6 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent clumping and to ensure an even infusion.
Carefully strain the hot mixture through cheesecloth or a mesh strainer into a clean glass container or jar. Cannabutter separation from weed particles requires care—did I mention, iit will be hot! Let it cool slightly before sealing. Place the container or jar in the refrigerator overnight.
Once hardened, the butter will separate from the water at the bottom. Simply lift off the solid layer, discard the water, and store infused butter in the fridge or freezer.
Place the container in the fridge overnight. As it hardens, the butter will separate from any residual water. Remove the solid butter, discard the water layer, and store. This slow, moist-heat method often produces a smoother, richer cannabis butter with enhanced flavor and even distribution.
Got your butter ready but don’t feel like turning on the oven? These no-bake weed edible ideas let you enjoy cannabis-infused treats with with minimal effort - no baking required.
Start with ½ cup of softened cannabutter or coconut oil-based weed butter. Combine with a mix of ingredients such as:
In a large bowl, stir your ingredients together with the cannabutter until fully combined.. You can use a stand mixer or mix by hand until the texture is smooth and scoopable.
Form the mixture into 1-inch balls or press into a parchment-lined tray and cut into bars once set.. For accurate dosing, use a cookie scoop or kitchen scale to portion evenly.
Place your edibles in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks—or freeze for longer shelf life. These raw treats are perfect for microdosing or on-the-go snacking.
Once you’ve made a batch of cannabutter, the fun begins. This potent, versatile ingredient can elevatedozens of edible recipes, from classic desserts to savory comfort foods.
Popular and Easy Ideas for how to use cannabutter:
For precise dosing, always start low and go slow, especially with new batches. Consider using a cannabutter dosage calculator to help plan your edibles with confidence
Both cannaoil and cannabutter are excellent cannabis infusion bases, but they serve slightly different culinary and dietary purposes.
Potency depends more on the infusion method and ratios than on the fat used. However, coconut oil (often used in cannaoil) has more saturated fat than butter, which binds cannabinoids fore effectively, potentially making it slightly more potent than butter
Here’s a quick-start cheat sheet for making cannabutter recipes like a pro:
Mastering a reliable cannabutter recipe opens the door to endless edible possibilities. Whether you are keeping it old-school with a mason jar method, upgrading to a crock pot, to high-tech tools or whipping up no-bake desserts, you now have everything you need to know how to make safe, consistent, and potent weed butter right from your kitchen..
The potency of weed butter is influenced by several factors: the quality and quantity of cannabis used, proper decarboxylation of your flower or shake, infusion time and temperature (low and slow is best), and the fat content of the butter or oil used - more fat means better cannbinoid absorption
When stored in an airtight container in the fridge, cannabis-infused butter remains potent for up to 2 months. In the freezer, it can last 6 months or more with minimal THC degradation.. Keep it cool, dark, and sealed—exposure to light, heat, or air breaks down cannabinoids over time.
Since homemade weed butter potency varies, testing is essential. The most reliable methods:
Not required, but highly recommended. Clarifying removes water and milk solids, allowing better cannabinoid binding and a longer shelf life of marijuana butter.
Yes, ghee (clarified butter) is a popular choice for making cannabutter due to its high smoke point, rich flavor, and extended refridgerator life. It’s great for infusions and cooking and especially useful in stovetop and crock pot methods
The color of the weed-infused butter varies. Light green to dark olive is normal. Darker cannabutter doesn’t always mean stronger—it could be from older flower, shake, or a longer infusion time.Potency is about THC content, not color.
Yes, especially when using the stovetop or crockpot method. Water helps regulate temperature, prevents burning, and makes clean up easier. Discard water after cooling the cannabutter. After chilling, the water layer separates—discard it and keep the butter.
No! Boiling can destroy THC and other cannabinoids. Keep infusion temps between 160–200°F for best results.
Technically, yes, but unsalted butter is best. Salt may alter the flavor of sweet edibles, can interfere slightly with cannabinoid absorption, and can slightly interfere with the infusion process.
Edibles made with THC butter usually take 30–90 minutes to kick in, depending on your metabolism, whether you’ve eaten recently, dosage, and individual tolerance.
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