How to Make Pot Brownies – Best Recipe and Strains for Pot Brownies 2023

“Special brownies” don’t need much of an introduction as they will do most of the talking themselves when you pop them in your mouth. However, figuring out how to turn your basic chocolate brownie into a real party piece to give everyone the giggles can put people off if they don’t know how to cook with cannabis.

In this post, we’ll show you why it’s important to ‘decarboxylate’ your cannabis, how easy it is to do this in the process of making your own cannabutter which you will need to make your brownie’s, and, finally, we’ll serve up a brownie recipe that oozes chocolatey goodness.

What is decarboxylation?

‘Decarbing’ bears no relationship to removing carbohydrates from your weed. In fact, ‘decarboxylating’ is a chemical reaction which helps to THCA into the psychoactive THC cannabinoid. THC and a number of other cannabinoids found in cannabis are fat-soluble which means you can transfer your cannabinoids into your cooking fat.
If you smoke your weed ‘decarboxylation’ takes place naturally as you light it up and you could just throw your weed in a brownie and cook it in the oven. However, if you do this it will cook up a right old stink so it’s a good idea to get the process started using an air-tight cooking method to extract the cannabinoids you want first.

How to Make Cannabutter or Cannabis Infused Oil

A great way to ‘decarb’ your bud is using an age-old cooking method known as ‘sous-vide’ which is French for ‘under vacuum’. Give your weed a brief grinding and place in a resealable bag suitable for heating. If you grind your weed too fine it will give too strong a flavor. Submerge the weed in water kept at 205 degrees Fahrenheit in an oven for around 1 hour.
Now to get the cannabinoids transferred to your oil or butter. Butter, olive oil, and lard should be used with a ratio of 16 ounces for every ounce of ‘decarbed’ cannabis. If you prefer coconut oil, you should use 8 ounces of coconut oil for every one ounce of ‘decarbed’ cannabis. Simply repeat the process as above, but this time add your preferred fat to your resealable bag and keep it at the lower temperature of 185 degrees Fahrenheit for 4 hours.
Once the mixture has cooled enough for you to handle it strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or some muslin and cool for when you need to use it.
Top Tip: If you are growing your own weed it’s actually a great idea to use some trimmings rather than your premium quality bud as you can extract cannabinoids from stems, shake, and leaves from your trim.

Cannabutter Step-By-Step

1. Preheat oven to 205 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place boiled water in an oven tray in the oven for 10 Minutes.
3. Place ground weed or cannabis plant trimmings in a resealable oven proof bag for 1 hour.
4. Turn oven down to 185 degrees Fahrenheit and take out bag.
5. Add chosen fat to the resealable bag with the cannabis in and place in oven for 4 hours.
6. Leave to cool before straining through a fine mesh or muslin.

Best Pot Brownie Recipe 2023

The word ‘pot’ comes from the shortening of the Spanish word ‘potiguaya’ derived from ‘potacion de guaya’ which refers to a brandy in which cannabis has been steeped in. Given the process of making the cannabis butter is somewhat similar to steeping it’s fair to say calling these pot brownies is the right way to go. Whilst hundreds of recipes exist, by our reckoning, this one is the one to beat, at least, if you like deliciously fudgy, chocolatey and creamy pot brownies, that is.

Pot Brownie Ingredients:

1. ¾ cup of your cannabutter.
2. 4 ounces of good quality chocolate.
3. ¾ cup of cocoa powder
4. 1 cup plain flour
5. ½ teaspoon of salt
6. ¼ teaspoon of baking powder
7. 2 large eggs
8. 2 teaspoons of vanilla

Pot Brownie Recipe Step-by-Step

1. Preheat your oven to 350℉- don’t put it off do it first!
2. Place the cannabutter in warm water in a plastic bag to help it soften.
3. Set up a double boiler (heat a bowl over a pan with water in).
4. Melt the chocolate slowly.
5. Meanwhile, beat your eggs and the vanilla
6. Once the chocolate is melted, fold this into your eggs with a spatula.
7. Add the melted cannabutter into the egg and chocolate mix and carefully fold this in.
8. Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl before combining this with the wet mix.
9. Line a 9”X7” tray with baking parchment and smother the mixture over it.
10. Give the tray a bash or two on your surface top to remove any air bubble accidentally folded into the mixture.
11. Bake you pot brownies for 15 minutes before rotating.
12. Leave for a further 15 minutes.
13. Leave to cool as this gives them their structure. If you can’t wait and want to try it warm make sure you give them at least 10 minutes.

These brownies are potent, with about 30 milligrams of THC per 1.5-inch square piece so it’s a good idea to serve these brownies in small pieces. If you prefer a weaker batch you can always replace a portion of the cannabutter with some butter that is not dosed to the brim with psychoactive substances. It’s a good idea not to eat more than 5 milligrams at a time if you’re not a seasoned weed eater, even if you smoke a lot it hits you differently when you eat it.
Eat small pieces and leave a good hour between portions as the effects will last for hours at a time and once it’s in there’s no stopping its wondrous effects.

Best Cannabis Strains for Pot Brownies 2023

Now, if you want to give these brownies an even more homegrown feel you’ll want know some of the best strains for making cannabutter or cannabis infused oil if you want to swap out the butter for oil.  Here are some our favorites that will provide you with plenty of trimmings packed full of cannabinoids to make your brownies not just tasty but potent.

#1 Strain for Cannabutter: Seed Supreme Auto White Widow Feminized Seeds

Most cannabis smokers have heard of white widow and it’s no wonder why, due to its great tasting buds, high THC content and the perfect blend of Sativa and Indica strains. This means you get the best of both worlds with white widow in terms of feeling the high in both the body and mind and getting the uplifting euphoria of Sativa combined with the relaxation of Sativa. These seeds are great value and will give you plenty of foliage to use for cannabutter so you can save the bud for yourself.
Other major pros of these seeds are that: they are auto-flowering making these a great plant to grow for beginners; they won’t grow too tall indoors, not going over 100cm tall but grow nice and bushy; they grow big buds; they grow rapidly and without much need for expertise, and; they are packed full of THC content of up to 20%, great for brownies! The downside of auto-flowering seeds is that if you do have the room, you might prefer your plants to grow bigger than they will.
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#2 Strain for Heavy Stoning Brownies: Marijuana Seed’s OG Kush Feminized

If you’re the sort of stoner that likes to be transported sideways when you’re eating pot brownies, then this strain will be right up your street. These feminized seeds produce a plant with superbly dense buds absolutely covered in trichomes that will make you salivate just from looking at them. You’ll love the heavy and long-lasting body buzz and pretty decent euphoria this plant produces with its unique blend of Indica and Sativa.
Other properties that make these seeds a winner are that: they produce buds with a truly distinctive spicy flavor and a deeply skunky aroma; they will give you a heavy feeling like being transported inside the couch when baked in brownies with the above recipe, and; they grow both tall and bushy. The downside is, if you don’t have the space for a tall plant, these won’t be the seeds for you.
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#3 (Scammer): Barney’s Farm’s Blue Gelato 41 Feminized Seeds

If you what weed that is packed full of fruity flavors to ooze out into your gooey fudgy brownies, then this plant will blow your mind in more ways than one. These can flower in as little as 63 days and will give you a wickedly energetic high that will help you think creatively and outside of the box. This predominantly Sativa strain also has excellent pain relieving qualities that key appreciated whether smoked or eaten.
Other big pluses about these seeds are that: they produce some of the biggest yields of any weed plant that you almost wouldn’t believe; they are covered in beautifully crystal-like trichomes; the flavor of this weed is actually great in edibles even if you over-grind your trimmings a bit too much, and; the high is truly phenomenal. The potential downside of these plants is that they grow really big and can reach 2 meters in height outdoors and over 1.5 meters indoors.
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#4 Best Cannabis Seeds for Cannabis Infused Oil: Thai Stick

This strain is a little-known gem that is a great choice for those looking to make cannabis-infused oil whether that’s to put in the delicious brownie recipe or strengthening your spliffs. The supremely resinous buds are densely packed which gives you loads of cannabinoids to draw out into your home made cannabis oil. This is a real giggle inducer mind so don’t expect to quietly get away with consuming this as your going to be bouncing of the walls with laughter.
Other big pluses of these seeds are that: they are amazing value, especially when you consider the impressive yields you get; they produce the sought of weed that lifts you up if you’re feeling down in the dumps, and; they can be grown both indoors and out. The downside of these seeds is that they take a bit longer to bear fruit than the others on this list and you probably want a bit of experience growing before you give them a go. They can also grow pretty tall so you will need space.
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#5 Seeds for CBD Content: CB Dutch Treat Feminized CBD Marijuana Seeds

If you are keen to grow a plant full of CBD and low on THC then this is the plant for you as it contains just 4% THC compared to a huge 8% CBD content. This means its a great plant for people who want to regularly reap the rewards of cannabinoids without feeling heavily stoned. The seeds aren’t cheap, but it’s pretty difficult to find seeds that are producing such low THC levels alongside a whopping amount of CBD.
Other great things about these seeds are that: they can be grown indoor or outdoor; they are sativa dominant so are great for relaxing the body, mind, and even dulling pain; it does give a mildly energetic buzz because of the THC contained; it takes just 10 weeks to flower, and; it is great for daily use. The downside is, if you want your brownies to get you stoned, these won’t do the trick, but if you’re suffering from pain and looking for a new way to get the relieving properties of CBD this is your ticket.
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Conclusion

Whether you’re a newcomer to the world of cannabis edibles or an old timer, without a doubt you’ll love this recipe for brownies. The top seed picks above should suit any weed users desires whether your looking for pain relief, a heavy stoning, or an uplifting buzz. Happy baking!