Bake Your Way to Bliss: Cannabis-Infused Gingerbread Cookies Recipe for the Holidays

The holiday season calls for cozy nights, sweet treats, and perhaps a little something extra for those who enjoy cannabis. Cannabis-infused gingerbread cookies combine the warmth of spices with a gentle dose of THC or CBD, making them a perfect holiday indulgence. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your own cannabis gingerbread cookies for a fun and festive holiday treat!

Why Cannabis Gingerbread Cookies?

Gingerbread cookies are a holiday classic, full of flavors that evoke warm, nostalgic feelings. By adding cannabis-infused butter or oil, you’ll get a delicious cookie with an extra relaxing effect. Just remember to consume responsibly and label your cookies clearly if they’ll be on a table with other treats.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Dry Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger

  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cannabis-infused butter, softened (adjust dosage to your preference; see dosing guide below)

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed

  • 1/2 cup molasses

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional for Decoration:

  • Royal icing

  • Colored sugar, sprinkles, or edible glitter

Dosing Guide for Cannabis Butter

To avoid overdoing the THC, calculate the potency of your cannabis butter based on how much cannabis was used in making it. Generally, 1/2 cup of cannabis butter made with 1/8 ounce (3.5 grams) of cannabis with 15% THC content will have around 525 mg of THC. This recipe makes about 24 cookies, so each cookie would contain approximately 22 mg of THC. Adjust the amount of cannabis butter as needed for your preferred dosage.

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Your Ingredients

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine the cannabis-infused butter, unsalted butter, and brown sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the ingredients together until light and fluffy.

  • Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, beating until everything is well blended.

3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed until a dough forms. The dough will be soft but shouldn’t be too sticky.

  • Divide the dough into two portions. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour, which makes it easier to roll out.

4. Roll Out and Cut the Dough

  • Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.

  • Use gingerbread cookie cutters or any festive shapes you like to cut out the dough. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

5. Bake

  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to brown. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Decorate (Optional)

  • Once cooled, decorate the cookies with royal icing, sprinkles, or edible glitter to give them a festive look. Just be sure to label them as cannabis-infused if they’ll be mixed with non-infused cookies!

Tips for the Best Cannabis Gingerbread Cookies

  • Dose Responsibly: It’s easy to underestimate the potency of edibles. If you’re new to cannabis edibles, start with a small amount and wait at least two hours before considering another.

  • Storage: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.

  • Label Your Treats: If you’re sharing these cookies, make sure everyone knows they contain cannabis to avoid any accidental consumption.

The Perfect Pairing

These cannabis gingerbread cookies pair wonderfully with a warm cup of cannabis-infused hot cocoa or tea. Or, simply enjoy them on their own as a delightful holiday treat that’s sure to bring good cheer.

This holiday season, get into the spirit with cannabis-infused gingerbread cookies that are just as festive as they are relaxing. Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast or just looking to try something new, these cookies are sure to become a holiday favorite!