The most popular way to enjoy cannabis is by consuming edible gummies. If you are a new consumer and want to experience cannabis, you should mix it up with some edible items and consume it. However, you can make edible gummies from the comfort of your home as well. You can customize it however you like it and make it into your favorite flavors, shapes, and colors.
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Recipe of DIY Cannabis Gummies
You must have a cannabis-infused oil, a few ingredients, and appropriate equipment to make yummy edible gummies. There are several types of cannabis oil that you can use to make cannabis gummies including MCT oil, cannabis-infused oil, cannabis-infused butter, and any other preferable infused oil that you want. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to make edible gummies in the best way.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Funnel/squeeze bottle/dropper
- Gummy mold of your choice
Ingredients
- ½ cup cannabis-infused oil
- One package of flavored jello
- 2 tablespoons of unflavored gelatin powder
- ½ teaspoon of sunflower/soy lecithin
- ½ cup cold water
How to Make Marijuana Gummies
Once you are ready with your necessary equipment and ingredients you just have to begin with the process of making the cannabis gummies. Here are 5 simple steps that you need to follow to make yummy and edible cannabis gummies:
Step 1: Mix Water and Cannabis-Infused Oil
Begin by adding ½ cup of cold water, ½ cup of cannabis-infused oil, and ½ teaspoon of sunflower/soy lecithin to a small saucepan. Turn it on to low heat and continue with the next step.
Step 2: Add Gelatin
After adding the ingredients in a saucepan you have to continuously stir it. This will help in infusing the cannabis oil and melting it to let the texture form. Add the flavored gelatin to the mixture and 2 tablespoons of unflavored gelatin to the mixture and continue stirring.
Step 3: Heat On Low
Continue with stirring the mixture on low heat for 10 to 15 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved. If you stop mixing the texture and try to boil it, you might not be able to get a smooth consistency. If you start noticing white foam form on top try to remove it and turn down the heat. All the ingredients at this point are thoroughly combined and should be able to make a smooth consistency.
Step 4: Fill Gummy Molds
Start filling up the gummy bolds with the help of a squeezer or a funnel. Keep the saucepan turned on while you quickly fill the mixture without letting it cool down. If you don’t prevent the cooling down of the mixture, the oil will separate and reduce the quality of the mixture. Prevent the mixture from hardening or binding by continuously mixing it. Remember to quickly fill up your gummy molds for best results.
Step 5: Freeze
Once your gummy molds are filled all you have to do is pop them in the freezer for 30 minutes. After they have hardened to a firm with a tacky texture you can remove them from the mold and put them on a piece of parchment paper to let them air dry.
Adding Cannabis to Non-Infused Gummies
You can turn your regular gummies into edibles by following a simple process. To make it you will need 2 tablespoons of warm water, gummies of your taste, and 1/2 tablespoon of gelatin. You also need 1-2 teaspoons of cannabis-infused oil and gummy molds.
Here is a detailed process of how you can add cannabis to non-infused gummies:
- Begin with adding gelatin to warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then add the gelatin mixture to the gummies and microwave it until it completely melts down.
- Once you have melted the mixture pour it in your cannabis-infused oil and combine both the things. It can get difficult but by adding a little bit of lecithin you can emulsify it and see quick results.
- After combining all the ingredients you just have to add the mixture to your gummy mold and keep it in the freezer for 30 minutes to harden it. After the gummies are hardened let them sit for 24 hours to allow the moisture to evaporate.
- This process can be followed if you don’t have the time and resources to make cannabis gummies from scratch. It is an affordable and great way to consume edible gummies infused with cannabis.
THC Measurement for Making Edible Gummies
The THC percentage of your gummies depends on the strength of the cannabis oil that is used. If you choose a highly potent flower strain for your oil you need to decarb it and then create your cannabis oil. Through this, your gummies will likely develop a strong taste. However, if you are a beginner it is advisable to start with low-THC strain to not experience any major impact.
Everything Else That You Should Know About Cannabis-Infused Gummies
From start to finish, making cannabis-infused gummies can take around an hour or so but it depends on how much you are making. The actual time required to make this recipe includes 15 minutes of preparation, 10 minutes of binding, and 30 minutes of letting it freeze. The general for making edible gummies at home is that you need to spend at least an hour to make these edible gummies.
However, when you are baking or making cannabis gummies it is always recommended to decarboxylate the marijuana to activate the cannabinoids in the cannabis. It is recommended to use cooking oil in this recipe but ensure it is suitable for you.
Another thing that you should think of is how strong cannabis gummies you should consume. If you are a beginner and want to start small make it in small amounts and experience it to see how you feel. You can add more if you need in the next batch. The amount of cannabis that you want to add to your gummies depends on your personal preference. Everyone’s system works differently with cannabis.
Making Edible Gummies at Home
Cooking your edible gummies can be a fun experience to enjoy. You can ask everything about the edibles to your budtender or the dispensary from where you got it. This will help you make the right decision and also let you know which product is the best for making edible cannabis gummies at home.