4 Cannabis Candy Recipes To Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

What is the first thing that comes to your mind at the mention of the word “candies”? The answer would most probably be “sweet.” We have a natural affinity – most of us, at least, with sweet treats like candies because it makes us feel good. This is because eating sugary foods activates the brain’s reward system. This, in turn, releases a cascade of dopamine – the feel-good neurotransmitters responsible for making us feel pleasure.

And do you know what else can make you feel good aside from sugary treats? Weed, of course! Now, you don’t have to choose either of the two because you can have it both by eating cannabis-infused candies. In this guide, we’ll teach you how to make various kinds of sweets that will surely make any sweet-toothed toker jump with joy and for some Mal di denti rimedi this is also for you.

4 Best Cannabis Candy Recipes You Can Make At Home

Cannabis candies are among the most popular edibles sold at dispensaries. But did you know that you can also make these sweets at home for almost half the selling price? You will not only save a few hundred bucks by going the DIY route, but you’ll also get to enjoy the process of making your own edible. The best part about these homemade candies is that you can fully customize it to fit your preferences! If you fancy a particular flavor or a specific dosage, you can easily adjust the recipe to suit your liking.

1. Cannabis-Infused English Toffee

If you like your candies insanely sweet, nutty, and chocolatey, say no more, for this cannabis-infused English toffee is about to blow your mind!

• Yield: 15 to 25 bite-sized pieces
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of roasted nuts
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of light corn syrup
• 1 cup of melted chocolate
• 1/4 cup of water
• 1 cup cannabutter

Equipment:

• Candy thermometer
• Baking sheet
• Medium-sized pan
• Wooden spoon

Procedure:

1. Spread about 1-1/2 cup of the chopped roasted nuts on a nonstick baking sheet. If you like, you can grease it with a bit of olive oil. Set it aside.
2. Next, place a medium-sized pan over medium heat, then pour the corn syrup, cannabutter, and sugar. Mix it well with a wooden spoon until the butter melts, and everything is well-combined.
3. Using the candy thermometer, measure the temperature of the butter mix. Turn off the heat once it hits 300 to 310°F. By this time, the mixture should have a golden brown color.
4. Pour this heated mixture over to the chopped roasted nuts on the baking sheet.
5. Spread the melted chocolate over the hot candy using a spoon. Do this step quickly, and make sure you are spreading it in even layers.
6. Sprinkle the rest of the nuts over the melted chocolate layer. Set it aside and allow it to cool for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7. Once cooled, break your canna-toffee into any size you want. Our recommendation is to slice it in equal, bite-sized pieces for dosing accuracy.

Note: Do not try to use a plastic spoon as it will melt with your butter mixture.

2. Marijuana Hard Candies & Lollipops

Who says hard candies and lollipops are for kids only? With these weed-infused treats, you can do all you want, whenever you want without anyone noticing. Just make sure you keep it out of the reach of children.

• Yield: 10 to 15 candies/lollipops
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of light corn syrup
• 2 cups of sugar
• 1 cup of water
• 4 tablespoon (2 ounces) of marijuana tincture
• 1 to 2 drops of preferred food coloring
• Preferred flavoring (fruits such as strawberry, lemon, etc.)

Equipment:

• Candy thermometer
• Candy and lollipop molds
• Lollipop sticks

Procedure:

1. Combine the sugar, water, and corn syrup in a pot, then put it over to medium heat. Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are dissolved.
2. Wait for the mixture to boil, then measure its temperature using the candy thermometer. It should be around 300°F. At this point, you may now add the flavorings while stirring the mixture consistently.
3. Turn off the heat and stir in the marijuana tincture. Make sure it is well-distributed for even dosing.
4. Pour the candy mixture onto your prepared molds. Do this step quickly before the mix hardens.
5. Wait for your candies to cool down and harden at room temperature. Once set, then you can now enjoy your medicated candies!

3. THC Gummies

If you want something more comfortable to make, weed gummies are your best bet. This recipe only needs 5 ingredients and 5 simple steps. It also only takes a few minutes to prepare, so you’ll be snacking on these gummies in no time!

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of fresh fruit juice, or fruit puree (flavor of your choice)
• 1/4 cup of cold water
• 1 teaspoon gelatine (or agar-agar powder if you want to go vegan)
• 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) of cannabis tincture
• 4 tablespoons of sugar

Equipment:

• Silicone gummy molds or ice cube trays
• Saucepan/pot

Procedure:

1. Pour the fruit puree or juice in a medium-sized saucepan over medium to high heat, and allow it to boil.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the gelatine or agar-agar powder with water, then pour it in the boiled fruit juice/puree. Stir the mixture for 3 minutes, then add 2 tablespoons of sugar.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let it cool down for 5 minutes before adding the cannabis tincture. Mix it thoroughly to ensure the THC is well distributed in the mixture.
4. Pour the gummy mix in your molds, then let it cool down for 20 minutes at room temperature. Afterward, pop it in the fridge for another 20 minutes.
5. Remove the gummies from the molds and put it in a resealable plastic bag together with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Shake it like crazy so that each gummy will be coated with sugar. This will keep your THC gummies from sticking together.

4. Salted Chocolate-Coated Weed Halva

The combination of salt, bittersweet chocolate, and cannabutter adds a sophisticated twist to this typically dense and saccharine Middle Eastern treat. Be ready to get high as this delicious salted chocolate halva will keep you buzzing for hours on end.

• Yield: 8 slices
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• Nonstick vegetable oil spray
• 1 and 1/2 cups tahini (sesame seed paste)
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 tablespoon black and white sesame seeds, divided
• 1 and 1/2 cups of sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate
• 1/4 cup cannabutter
• 1/4 cup roasted nuts of your choice
• Flaky sea salt

Equipment:

• Candy thermometer
• 8″ x 4″ loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Large bowl
• Silicone spatula

Procedure:

1. Spritz some nonstick spray on an 8″ x 4″ loaf pan. Line it with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on both long sides.
2. In a large bowl, combine tahini, kosher salt, and about 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds, then set it aside.
3. In a small saucepan, dissolve the sugar in the water, then put it over low heat. Stir it regularly with a heatproof silicone spatula for about 4 minutes.
4. After 4 minutes, increase the heat level to medium-high and fit in your candy thermometer. Cook the sugar syrup for 7 to 10 minutes or until the temperature reaches 250°F.
5. Immediately remove the sugar syrup from heat and gradually pour it into the tahini mix, continually stirring with a spatula.
6. Continue to mix it just until the mixture is homogeneous and well-combined. You’ll know it is done once it starts pulling away from the sides of the bowl. Be careful not to over-mix it, though. Otherwise, the halva will be crumbly.
7. Scrape the halva mix into the prepared loaf pan and let cool for 30 minutes or so.
8. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate and cannabutter in a double boiler. Stir it thoroughly. Once melted and well combined, remove the pan from heat.
9. Put a wire rack on top of a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This setup will allow you to catch any of the chocolate that will drip off later on.
10. Invert your halva onto the wire rack and peel away the parchment paper attached to it. Slice it into eight 1-inch thick slices.
11. Pour the melted chocolate and cannabutter over the halva and sprinkle it with nuts, sea salt, and sesame seeds.
12. Once the chocolate has set, your weed halva is now ready for serving.