Summertime Cannabis Recipes

The big game day is almost here and however you are watching, it’s a must to have excellent appetizers and drinks.

These easy game day cannabis-infused recipes are made with cannabutter or cannabis tincture and are sure to delight you and your adult football-loving buddies. You may even get a cheer or pat on the back for bringing the perfect game day food!

Tincture and Cannabutter Explained

Before we delve into the recipes, here are some things to know about tinctures and cannabutter if you are using them to make edibles or infused drinks.

Cannabutter is made by extracting the cannabinoids into a fat. Cannabinoids like THC are fat-soluble, so with cannabutter, you will absorb a good amount. For tinctures, the cannabis is extracted using alcohol or glycerin and has a neutral taste or natural flavors are added.

For both tinctures and cannabutter, the cannabis is decarboxylated, which activates the cannabinoids to feel their effects. When tinctures or cannabutter are added to food or drinks they must pass through the liver to be metabolized. So the effects may not be felt for up to two hours after eating and may last six hours or more. Taking cannabis tincture sublingually (under your tongue) produces more immediate effects in about 15-30 minutes.

Recipes Using Tinctures

When making your own cannabis-infused foods or drinks, it’s fun to get creative and customize to your liking. Choose a tincture from Tonic Drops with THC or a THC to CBD ratio and the amount that fits the effects you desire. Three full droppers equal one 10mg serving of THC. Kick off football season with these canna-licious recipes using tincture.

Kicked-Up Queso

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Velveeta cheese
• ½ lb cooked breakfast sausage (or omit if you prefer a vegetarian version)
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup of milk
• Tonic Drops

Directions:

1. Add cheese, sausage, tomatoes, and milk to a crockpot.
2. Mix ingredients.
3. Cook on low and stir occasionally until cheese is melted.
4. Add the desired amount of Tonic Drops.
5. Stir to combine.
6. Serve with other favorite toppings and your favorite chips or crackers.

View the video for the recipe below. For a vegetarian option, replace the breakfast sausage with meatless veggie sausage (ie. Amy’s or MorningStar).

Jello Canna-Shooters

Ingredients:

• 1 box Jello (your favorite flavor)
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 oz. Tonic Drops (100mg)
• 1/2 cup cold water

Directions:

1. Boil 1 cup of water in a saucepan, on the stove.
2. While water is boiling, place Jello mix into a mixing bowl.
3. Pour boiling water into mixing bowl with Jello and whisk until it completely dissolves.
4. Add Tonic Drops & cold water to the bowl and whisk.
5. Slowly pour your mixture into 24 2 oz cups on a cookie sheet.
6. Put into the fridge for 2 hours or until it's set.

For vegans use a vegan jello mix (ie. Simply Delish or Bakol).

Recipes Using Sweet Grass Cannabutter

If you’ve never cooked with Cannabutter from Sweet Grass you’re in for a treat! Each stick of Sweet Grass Kitchen Cannabutter contains 100mg THC. That’s a lot, but it’s easy because it’s portioned out into ten tablespoons each with 10mg THC. Here are a couple of cannabis twists on some game day favorites.

Infused Buffalo Drumsticks

Ingredients:

• 12 chicken drumsticks
• 4 tablespoons Sweet Grass Kitchen Cannabutter (40mg)
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 cup wing sauce
• 1 tbsp flour
• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Place chicken in slow cooker.
2. Pour wing hot sauce of your choice over chicken.
3. Add a dash of brown sugar, pepper, salt, and white vinegar.
4. Add Sweet Grass Cannabutter.
5. After an hour, toss to coat and use flour to thicken.
6. Cook for 5-6 hours on low.

View the video for the Infused Buffalo Drumsticks recipe here. If you want a meatless option, substitute the chicken wings and drumsticks with cauliflower.

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredients:

• 12 Jalapenos
• 5 tablespoons Sweet Grass Cannabutter (50mg)
• 12 slices of bacon
• 1 Greek yogurt
• ½ cup cream cheese
• Dash of salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and clean out seeds.
3. Mix cream cheese, greek yogurt, cannabutter, salt, and pepper.
4. Fill jalapeno halves with cannabutter/cream cheese mixture.
5. Wrap in bacon.
6. Bake for 20 minutes or until bacon is thoroughly cooked.

For a meatless option, omit bacon or substitute for veggie bacon (ie. MorningStar or Be Leaf).

We hope these delicious cannabis-infused recipes help you cheer on your team, or console you if they don’t perform. Or they may just help you to be entertained and relaxed while you watch the showdown. And be sure to enjoy responsibly!

State laws impact what dispensaries can and can’t sell to recreational customers and medical marijuana patients. Not every type of product, consumption method, dosage form, or potency mentioned on this blog will be permitted in all locations. You assume full responsibility for using your best judgment when cooking with raw ingredients such as beef, poultry, or eggs, and seeking information from an official food safety authority if you are unsure. You must also take care to not physically injure yourself by coming into contact with hot surfaces, sharp blades, and other kitchen hazards. It is your responsibility to review all listed ingredients in a recipe before cooking to ensure that none of the ingredients may cause a potential adverse reaction to anyone eating the food based on recipes featured in this blog post. This includes allergies, pregnancy-related diet restrictions, etc. Please consult with your medical professional before using any recipe if you have concerns about how you may individually react to the use of any particular recipe or ingredient. By voluntarily creating and using any recipe provided here, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result. All information provided regarding nutrition in this post is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Content related to nutrition is not medical advice nor is it intended to replace medical advice. This post is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any disease, condition, illness, or injury. Before beginning any diet program, modifying your diet, or making changes to the diet of a child in your care, including following the nutrition information available in this post, you should seek advice from a licensed professional.The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated the statements contained in any information on this Website. Individual results may vary. We are not responsible for any liability, loss, or damage, caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the nutrition information available in this post. The author disclaims liability for incidental or consequential damages and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of use of the information provided in this blog post. The author assumes or undertakes no liability for any loss or damage suffered as a result of the use of any information found on this Website. From time to time, this Website will publish content with recipes. All such recipes have been tried and used successfully, but results may vary from person to person. Consult your medical professional before using any recipe if you have concerns about how you may individually react to the use of any particular recipe or ingredient. By voluntarily creating and using any recipe provided here, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result.

If you love to bake, you must check out these tasty cookie recipes that are cannabis twists on some favorite traditional treats, compliments of our friends at Sweet Grass. The secret ingredient is Sweet Grass Cannabutter, full-flower cannabis-infused butter for a clean mind and body high that lasts. Now roll up your sleeves and dive into making these delicious canna-cookies.

GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES

For years Sweet Grass’s famous Ginger Molasses Cookies have been a go-to for cannabis edibles fans across Colorado. They’ve been described by some as ‘the best edible I’ve ever had.’ In a bold move, Sweet Grass has decided to give the recipe to the masses so everyone can experience this classic holiday cookie hot, fresh, and straight out of the oven.

Yield: 2 dozen cannabis cookies

Ingredients:

10 Tbsp. softened Sweet Grass Cannabutter
¾ cup sugar
1 egg
¼ tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp molasses
2 ¼ cups flour
1 ½ tsp. baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 Tbsp ginger, sanding sugar

Directions:

1. Fire up the oven to 350°
2. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer cream together cannabutter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and vanilla extract to creamed mixture, beat until fluffy and pale yellow.
4. Add molasses and mix well.
5. In a separate bowl whisk flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger together. Slowly combine flour mixture with the wet ingredients until thoroughly mixed.
6. Scoop 1 inch balls onto greased cookie sheet.
7. Sprinkle with clear sanding sugar.
8. Bake for 15-16 minutes.
9. Cool cannabutttter cookies on a rack or baking sheet and enjoy!

PEANUT BUD-ER BLOSSOMS

Combining sweet and salty flavors is known as ‘flavor layering.’ It’s a scientific concept that’s sure to light up your taste buds. Sweet Grass is upping this classic cookie recipe with cannabutter to take that layering one step further!

Yield: 3 dozen cannabis cookies

Ingredients:

½ cup sugar
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup creamy peanut butter
5 Tbsp softened Sweet Grass Cannabutter
1 egg
1 ¾ cups flour
½ tsp baking powder
¾ tsp baking soda
sanding sugar
3 dozen unwrapped chocolate pieces

Directions:

1. Fire up the oven to 380°.
2. Using a stand or hand mixer combine the sugar, brown sugar, cannabutter, peanut butter, and egg until thoroughly mixed.
3. In a separate large bowl combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
4. Slowly stir the dry ingredients and wet mixtures together until an even mixture is achieved.
5. Form 1 inch dough balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet a couple of inches apart.
6. Bake for 10(ish) minutes, remove from oven and place chocolate pieces in the center of each cookie before they cool.
7. Place cookies on parchment paper or a rack to cool and enjoy!

CREAM CHEESE HASHIES

So easy, so good, what else do we have to say?

Yield: 2 dozen cannabis cookies

Ingredients:

5 Tbsp softened Sweet Grass Cannabutter
½ cup softened cream cheese
1 ½ cup confectioner’s sugar
½ tsp baking powder
1 egg
½ tsp vanilla extract
2 cups flour
Confectioner’s sugar

Directions:

1. Using a stand or hand mixer combine cannabutter and cream cheese.
2. In order, slowly mix in sugar, egg, flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract.
3. Cover the dough mixture and cool in the refrigerator overnight or until solid.
4. Fire up the oven to 385°.
5. Form 1 inch dough balls, roll in sanding sugar, and place on ungreased cookie sheet a couple of inches apart.
6. Bake 10(ish) minutes and place on a cooking rack.

DIY Cannabutter Cookie Recipe

How did your special cookies turn out? We hope scrumptious and popular with all of your cannabis-loving and foodie adult friends who love a good treat to keep their spirits high.

Please consume responsibly. This product may cause impairment and may be habit forming. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product.  State laws impact what dispensaries can and can’t sell to recreational customers and medical marijuana patients. Not every type of product, consumption method, dosage form, or potency mentioned on this blog will be permitted in all locations.

State laws impact what dispensaries can and can’t sell to recreational customers and medical marijuana patients. Not every type of product, consumption method, dosage form, or potency mentioned on this blog will be permitted in all locations. You assume full responsibility for using your best judgment when cooking with raw ingredients such as beef, poultry, or eggs, and seeking information from an official food safety authority if you are unsure. You must also take care to not physically injure yourself by coming into contact with hot surfaces, sharp blades, and other kitchen hazards. It is your responsibility to review all listed ingredients in a recipe before cooking to ensure that none of the ingredients may cause a potential adverse reaction to anyone eating the food based on recipes featured in this blog post. This includes allergies, pregnancy-related diet restrictions, etc. Please consult with your medical professional before using any recipe if you have concerns about how you may individually react to the use of any particular recipe or ingredient. By voluntarily creating and using any recipe provided here, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result. All information provided regarding nutrition in this post is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Content related to nutrition is not medical advice nor is it intended to replace medical advice. This post is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any disease, condition, illness, or injury. Before beginning any diet program, modifying your diet, or making changes to the diet of a child in your care, including following the nutrition information available in this post, you should seek advice from a licensed professional.The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated the statements contained in any information on this Website. Individual results may vary. We are not responsible for any liability, loss, or damage, caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the nutrition information available in this post. The author disclaims liability for incidental or consequential damages and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of use of the information provided in this blog post. The author assumes or undertakes no liability for any loss or damage suffered as a result of the use of any information found on this Website. From time to time, this Website will publish content with recipes. All such recipes have been tried and used successfully, but results may vary from person to person. Consult your medical professional before using any recipe if you have concerns about how you may individually react to the use of any particular recipe or ingredient. By voluntarily creating and using any recipe provided here, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result.

As the leaves begin to turn from bright green hues to warmer tones of red and orange, many Coloradans will be headed to the mountains to see the aspens signal the true arrival of fall.

If you’re a fan of all things autumn, this year you might want to add something new to your list of fall traditions. We recommend finding time to practice the Danish tradition of Hygge – a philosophy focused on enjoying the little things in life and finding or creating small moments of coziness in your daily routine.

Some Hygge essentials include warm lighting, cozy sweaters, hot meals with friends, and warm drinks enjoyed during cool weather. Hygge is all about creating a cozy atmosphere and enjoying the experience. What could be a better way to do that than snuggling up under a blanket with a warm drink as you enjoy the changing leaves?

This year, we’re taking our Hygge to the next level with cannabis-infused mocktails using cannabis tincture, chocolate edibles, and cannabutter to keep our bodies warm and our hearts full.

1. Glogg (a.k.a. Mulled Wine)

Traditionally a Christmas classic, Glogg is a Hygge essential. This mulled wine is a popular choice for Danes when enjoying the holiday season among friends. If you’re ready to kick off the holiday season a little bit early this year, then consider making your own batch of cannabis-infused Glogg—or test out our recipe and prepare to get cozy.

What you’ll need:

• 2 bottles of non-alcoholic grape juice cocktail
• 4-6 cinnamon sticks
• 3-4 whole cloves
• 2 handfuls of raisins
• 1 orange, sliced thin
• 1/2 to 1 full dropper of your favorite Tonic Drops tincture

How to Make Glogg:

1. Combine all ingredients except tincture in a large pitcher and allow to sit overnight. This will allow the flavors to infuse into the wine as the carbonation dissipates.
2. Pour Glogg into a saucepan and warm over medium heat until the Glogg reaches the desired drinking temperature.
3. Strain out the cinnamon, cloves, raisins, and orange slices and pour into a mug.
4. Add the desired amount of tincture based on your dosing preferences and enjoy!
   
   

2. Pumpkin Spice Latte

Fall brings with it an array of things to be excited about, and for many coffee drinkers, the return of the pumpkin spice latte at cafes around the Mile High City is one of those exciting things. For anyone looking for more ways to enjoy all things pumpkin spice, a cannabis-infused pumpkin spice latte might be just the thing. Next time you pick one up, you might consider bringing the latte home to add a bit of tincture. If you’re feeling more creative, try our recipe and make your very own!

What you’ll need:

• 1 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 serving of coffee
• Whipped Cream
• Pumpkin Spice
• 1/2 to 1 full dropper of your favorite Tonic Drops tincture

How To Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte:

1. Combine milk, pumpkin spice syrup, and vanilla into a mason jar and microwave for 1 to 2 minutes. Seal the jar and shake until frothy.
2. Add the hot milk mixture and tincture to your coffee, and give it a swirl with a spoon.
3. Garnish with whipped cream and pumpkin spice seasoning and enjoy!
   
   

3. Full Melt Hot Chocolate

Treat yourself to a warm hot chocolate drink for those cool fall or winter evenings around a cozy fire with friends. This homemade Full Melt Hot Chocolate is rich, creamy, and has an intense chocolate flavor to help you relax and be merry. If milk chocolate isn’t calling to you, try the Full Melt Blueberry Crunch bar. Makes two servings.

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 3 oz chocolate chopped (approx. 2 Hershey chocolate bars)
• 2 pieces of Full Melt Milk Chocolate (10mg THC each)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 
• Whipped cream 
• Marshmallows

How to Make Full Melt Hot Chocolate

1. Put milk in a small saucepan and place on the stovetop over medium heat, do not let it boil.
2. While the milk is heating place all the chocolate in the microwave and heat for 30 seconds. Take the chocolate out and stir it. Return to microwave and heat for another 30 seconds, remove and stir. Continue until just melted.
3. When the milk reaches the scalding point (180 degrees F), turn off the heat and add the melted chocolate, whisking to combine. Add the vanilla extract.
4. Pour into two mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired and enjoy!
   
   

4. Hot Apple Cider

Perhaps the oldest fall drink is apple cider. Dating all the way back to 1300 B.C., the farmer’s market staple has a boozy history and is still a common beverage choice for flannel-wearing adults sitting by the fire. However, just because the classic beverage hasn’t changed much since its inception doesn’t mean that there isn’t room for an update.

What you'll need:

• 3 Cups apple cider
• 2 Cinnamon sticks
• 3 Whole cloves
• 3 Teaspoons allspice
• Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
• 1/2 to 1 full dropper of your favorite Tonic Drops tincture

How to Make Hot Apple Cider:

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and warm over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Strain out the cinnamon and cloves, pour into your favorite mug and enjoy!
   
   
   

5. Cannabutter Brew

If you have ever watched or read Harry Potter movies and books then you know about butterbeer. It’s a beverage made popular by the characters who drink it in the stories. Butterbeer is basically cream soda that meets butterscotch flavor and butter with a whipped topping. This 21+ version uses Sweet Grass Cannabutter to help you enjoy your fun autumn activities. Makes two servings.

What you'll need:

• 1 cup (8 oz) club soda or cream soda
• ½ cup (4 oz) butterscotch syrup (ice cream topping)
• 1 tablespoon Sweet Grass Cannabutter
• Heavy cream

How to Make Cannabutter Brew

1. Let your cannabutter sit out until it is softened.
2. Pour the butterscotch syrup into a bowl, add the softened cannabutter and combine.
3. Pour the cream soda into the mixture and stir then set aside.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, whip heavy whipping cream until it forms stiff peaks with a stand mixer but don’t overwhip.
5. Pour the cream soda and butterscotch mixture into two clear mugs, top with a dollop or two of whipped cream and enjoy!
   
   

State laws impact what dispensaries can and can’t sell to recreational customers and medical marijuana patients. Not every type of product, consumption method, dosage form, or potency mentioned on this blog will be permitted in all locations. You assume full responsibility for using your best judgment when cooking with raw ingredients such as beef, poultry, or eggs, and seeking information from an official food safety authority if you are unsure. You must also take care to not physically injure yourself by coming into contact with hot surfaces, sharp blades, and other kitchen hazards. It is your responsibility to review all listed ingredients in a recipe before cooking to ensure that none of the ingredients may cause a potential adverse reaction to anyone eating the food based on recipes featured in this blog post. This includes allergies, pregnancy-related diet restrictions, etc. Please consult with your medical professional before using any recipe if you have concerns about how you may individually react to the use of any particular recipe or ingredient. By voluntarily creating and using any recipe provided here, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result. All information provided regarding nutrition in this post is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Content related to nutrition is not medical advice nor is it intended to replace medical advice. This post is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any disease, condition, illness, or injury. Before beginning any diet program, modifying your diet, or making changes to the diet of a child in your care, including following the nutrition information available in this post, you should seek advice from a licensed professional.The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated the statements contained in any information on this Website. Individual results may vary. We are not responsible for any liability, loss, or damage, caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the nutrition information available in this post. The author disclaims liability for incidental or consequential damages and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of use of the information provided in this blog post. The author assumes or undertakes no liability for any loss or damage suffered as a result of the use of any information found on this Website. From time to time, this Website will publish content with recipes. All such recipes have been tried and used successfully, but results may vary from person to person. Consult your medical professional before using any recipe if you have concerns about how you may individually react to the use of any particular recipe or ingredient. By voluntarily creating and using any recipe provided here, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result.