Written by Joshua Sosin

If you're interested in making edibles without butter, crafting some infused coconut oil is the way to go. This popular ingredient is a simple combination of decarboxylated cannabis and high-quality coconut oil, and it can turn typical baked goods into psychoactive powerhouses.

Since coconut oil is high in fat, it's a perfect carrier for powerful cannabinoids like THC, CBD, and THCv, all of which contribute to the effects of your favorite edibles. It's also the gold-standard vegan alternative to butter, and we think it works just as well.

Here's everything you'll need to know to make your own infused coconut oil at home using premium THCa flower from Mood.

Table of Contents

• Should You Use Cannabis-Infused Coconut Oil for Edibles?

• Making Cannabis Coconut Oil: What You Need

• How To Make Cannabis Coconut Oil

  • Step One: Heat Your Cannabis

  • Step Two: The Infusion Process

  • Step Three: Strain the Canna-Oil

  • Step Four: Store the Oil

• How To Use Cannabis Infused Coconut Oil

• What Flower Should You Use for Cannabis Coconut Oil?

Should You Use Coconut Oil for Edibles?

Coconut oil is a fantastic option for vegan edibles. Here's why we recommend it:

• Coconut oil is high in fat, which helps your body absorb the cannabinoids in cannabis flower.

• This oil can also be used for both sweet and savory cannabis cooking, making it just as versatile of an option as butter.

• One of the biggest factors that makes coconut oil popular for edibles is its nutritional value and potential health benefits. It's an excellent source of medium-chain triglycerides and fatty acids.

• Coconut oil also has a long shelf life, which can help you keep your edibles fresh for a long time.

What Do You Need To Make Cannabis Infused Oil?

To make cannabis-infused coconut oil, make sure you have these ingredients and supplies handy:

• 1 cup of virgin or refined coconut oil (the two differ in flavor, but both are solid options. Choose whichever tastes better to you).

• 1 cup of raw cannabis flower. If you want higher-potency cannabis edibles, you may want to add more flower for more than a 1:1 ratio.

• If you have it, a teaspoon of lecithin is a helpful add-in. It can aid in absorption of cannabinoids, helping your edibles produce factors.

In addition, you'll need a few supplies that you may already have in your kitchen:

• A baking sheet

• Parchment paper

• A Saucepan, double boiler, or slow cooker

• Cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer

• A mason jar or another airtight container

Once you have these supplies, you're ready to get started.

How To Make Infused Coconut Oil for Edibles

Here's a step-by-step guide for making cannabis-infused coconut oil in your kitchen at home:

Step One: Heat Your Cannabis

The first part of the process is heating your cannabis flower, which enhances it and gets it ready for use in edibles. Without this step, edibles won't have their powerful effects.

Here's how you heat cannabis for use in canna-oil:

• Preheat the oven to 240 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Break the cannabis flower into small pieces and spread it across a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

• Once the oven reaches temp, bake the flower for 30 to 40 minutes.

  • Every ten minutes, pull the sheet out of the oven (wearing mitts, of course) and stir it for even heat distribution.

• After 40 minutes at the most, your flower should look slightly golden-brown. At this point, it's ready to take out of the oven and let cool.

Step Two: The Infusion Process

Now it's time to infuse your coconut oil with cannabis, either on the stovetop or in a slow cooker like a crock pot.

Here's the method for the stove:

• Add a cup of coconut oil to a saucepan or double boiler on low heat.

• Once the oil melts, add in the cannabis flower.

• Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours.

  • Stay close by for this part of the process. Put a movie on, get some chores done, or call a friend. Stir the mixture occasionally to stop it from heating unevenly.

Here's the method for the slow cooker:

• Add coconut oil and cannabis to the slow cooker.

• Set the temperature to low and let the mixture sit for 4-6 hours. Stay close by and stir every 30 minutes.

Step Three: Strain the Canna-Oil

Once the infusion process is finished, it's time to strain the oil directly into a glass jar. Follow these steps:

• Put a cheesecloth or mesh strainer over your glass jar.

• Slowly pour the oil directly into the container through the strainer.

• If you used a cheesecloth, squeeze it out into the container after you're done pouring. Watch your hands, though; it'll be hot.

  • Wringing out the cheesecloth helps you make sure that you get as much canna oil as possible.

Step Four: Store the Oil

Storing your infused coconut oil well will keep it fresh and potent. Here's what to do:

• Seal your jar with an airtight lid.

• Label the jar with the date of the infusion. In general, when stored properly in an airtight container, you can use cannabis-infused coconut oil for about a year after you make it.

• Store the jar in a cool, dark place. You can refrigerate it if you want, but that's optional.

How To Use Cannabis-Infused Coconut Oil

There are plenty of different ways to use canna oil, including in both sweet and savory recipes. Some of the classic options are brownies and cookies, which taste amazing and provide an equally amazing high. However, you can also put canna oil in pasta sauce, mix it into coffee or tea, or even try applying it topically.

If you want more detailed tips for cooking with cannabis, check out the Mood Blog. We've got multiple posts on the subject, including a guide for how to make cannabutter.

What Flower Should You Use for Cannabis Coconut Oil?

Not sure what to add to your coconut oil to make edibles? We have you covered.

The Mood Shop features a wide selection of American-grown cannabis strains, including Indica, Sativa, and hybrid options. All of our strains are Farm Bill-compliant hemp and can ship directly to your door.

If you're planning on making edibles, we recommend picking up a gram of Tropicana Cherry Cookies or Gary Payton for your first batch. You can save 20% on your initial order with the code "FIRST20."