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How to Make Cannabis-Infused Oil (Canna Oil): Recipe and Video
Cannabis-infused Oil (or Canna Oil) can be a great addition to your Cannabis Edibles Recipes. While CannaButter can be great in baked goods and CannaHoney can be great in your tea, Canna Oil allows you to expand your menu to savory dishes as well – like lasagna, salads and even chili.
This simple recipe for Cannabis Oil is easy, no-smell and utilizes your crockpot – so you can make it anywhere you have an outlet. Follow the instructions below to get cooking.
How to Make Cannabis Oil (Canna Oil)
First, You Need to Decarb Your Weed
The first thing you’ll need in order to get started is decarbed weed, aka decarboxylated or activated cannabis.
Don’t skip this first step. It’s a must in order for your cannabis edibles to actually get you high. And luckily, it’s a super simple process.
Click here to learn how to decarb your weed so that you can start making your Canna Oil.
Now You’re Ready to Make Cannabis Oil
In a slow cooker or crockpot, combine 1/2 ounce of decarbed weed and 1 1/4 cups of the oil of your choice.
This can be vegetable oil, coconut oil, olive oil or even avocado oil.
Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
When finished, you’ll need to strain out the marijuana. While some like to use a cheesecloth and strainer, I’ve found that I get the biggest batch of Canna Oil (and make the least mess) when I use a coffee press. (This is the one I love.)
Store your strained Canna Oil in an airtight glass container on your counter or in your cupboard.
How to Make Cannabis Oil (Canna Oil) Video
Frequently Asked Questions about Cannabis Oil (Canna Oil)
Since not everyone has made cannabis edibles recipes with cannabis oil, it tends to come with several questions. Here are answers to a few of the most popular questions that I receive.
Will Cannabis Oil Work on Salad?
Yes! Some may find the taste to be a little strong if you’re eating it directly on salad without any other flavors, but others swear by it. Personally, I like to use the cannabis oil with other ingredients to make a FLYING HIGH salad dressing. But – yes – Canna Oil will absolutely work on salad.
Will Cooking with Cannabis Oil Smell?
We get this question all the time. As long as you decarbed your weed properly, you shouldn’t notice an overwhelming odor when making Cannabis Oil. In fact, we noticed zero smell when making it in our crockpot. But if you have concerns about the smell of cooking with Cannabis, you can click here to read more.
Which is Better – CannaButter or Canna Oil?
This completely depends on what recipe you’re cooking and what you’re in the mood for. While you’ll probably find that the more common cannabis edibles recipes stick with CannaButter, we find that Canna Oil is just as effective and in fact preferred for some recipes (like for Cannabis Chicken Chili).
Click here to see all of our recipes that use CannaButter.
And click here to see how to make CannaButter.
Can Canna Oil spoil or mold?
Eventually. Canna Oil can go rancid, so it’s important to keep it in a sealed container and use within 6 – 8 months (although we’ve stretched it to a year before without issue.)
Can Cannabis Oil kill a dog?
Technically, yes. BUT it would take a LOT of weed to kill Fido. Like – a LOT of it. If you’re not using commercial-sized equipment to make your Canna Oil, then you’re probably safe – although we don’t recommend feeding it to your dog.
Can I put Canna Oil in the Microwave?
We don’t recommend making Canna Oil in the microwave (we prefer our low and slow method), but you can put it in the microwave when you’re using it in your cannabis edibles recipes.
How to Make Cannabis Oil (Canna Oil) Recipe
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This simple, no-smell recipe for Cannabis Oil works with olive oil, vegetable oil and coconut oil. Canna Oil is great to use in Cannabis Edibles Recipes.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Cannabis Edibles
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cannabis
Ingredients
- 1/2 ounce decarbed weed (Click here for instructions on how to decarb your weed.)
- 1 1/4 cups oil of your choice (olive oil, vegetable oil, avocado oil, coconut oil)
Instructions
- Combine your ingredients in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
- After cooking, strain the Canna Oil in a french press to remove the marijuana.
- Store in a sealed glass container and use within 6 – 8 months.
Keywords: Cannabis Infused Oil, Avocado Oil, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Vegetable Oil, Cannabis Edibles Recipes, Canna Oil, Cooking with Cannabis
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Jared Paul
May 13, 2020 at 6:11 am
Hi. In trying to produce a very large amount of oil (about 1.25 gallons) I first attempted making a very concentrated amount and then added that to the larger batch. I’m aiming for a very light, easy high (this is for sleep). I can’t tell if it’s worked. The highly concentrated oil was VERY potent; I got super high just from hand-squeezing the oil through the cheesecloth. Do have any thoughts on how to make sure the THC permeates the whole 1.25 gallons?
Cannabis Spatula
June 2, 2020 at 8:15 pm
Wow – that’s a lot of oil! Have you thought about using the honey for sleep? It tends to be a milder high. I would start with 0.5 to 1 teaspoon of honey and go from there. Here’s our CannaHoney recipe: https://cannabisspatula.com/how-to-make-cannabis-infused-honey-cannahoney-recipe-and-video/
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Elise
June 15, 2020 at 2:02 pm
If I’m making a smaller batch like 1/4 cup of oil, do you still suggest using the slow cooker or another method?
Cannabis Spatula
June 15, 2020 at 2:56 pm
I would still use the slow cooker if possible.
SiouxieQ
July 1, 2020 at 12:32 pm
I forgot and left the crock on overnight. What impact do you think this will have?
Cannabis Spatula
July 1, 2020 at 3:22 pm
I would give strain it and give it a taste. It might be a little overpowering / taste burned. You’ll know.
Rachel
July 4, 2020 at 1:42 am
Is it just the longer the better in that 4-6 hours? or is there a way to know you’re “done”?
Cannabis Spatula
July 6, 2020 at 5:02 pm
Yup. If you can make it to 6 hours, that’s great. But four hours is probably plenty. Some people sort of forget. 🙂 So 6 hours is fine too.
Lari
July 6, 2020 at 9:57 pm
If I’m making less than 1 1/4 cup, would you still cook the oil for 4-6hrs. Same question for the decarb of the weed, if decarb less than 1/2 and ounce would you still leave in the oven for 20mins? Thanks!
Cannabis Spatula
July 27, 2020 at 2:21 am
I would say yes to both – but for the oil, you may want to be closer to the four hour mark. Good luck!
Dave
September 17, 2020 at 8:33 pm
Trying to make canna oil for the first time. Had 1/3 cup of weed after decarb, added 1/2 cup of coconut oil. Heated in a small pot on my stove, very low, no boil, no bubbles.
Do you think I can split the amount of oil when finished into to batches of brownie mixes instead of just one?
Thanks for the help
Cannabis Spatula
September 17, 2020 at 10:09 pm
Hey! Yes – you should definitely have enough to split into batches of brownie mixes. You’ll want to adjust the amount we recommend as the oil you’re making will be much stronger than our recipe. (We call for 1/2 ounce of weed adn 1 1/4 cups of oil. You used about 2.5 ounces of weed and just 1/3 cup of oil). So depending on the dosage you’re looking for, you should be able to use a very small amount of the Canna Oil you make for each batch of brownies. Happy Baking!
ANDREA MARSICH
October 8, 2020 at 9:59 pm
How potent is your receipe in general? I am wanting to use it for gummies to give as gifts and I want it to give someone a daytime high/energy.
Cannabis Spatula
October 12, 2020 at 1:54 pm
Assuming that you’re using cannabis with 10% THC, this Canna Oil recipe is 175 mg of THC per ounce. OR 87.5 mg per tablespoon.
Patricia Mazo
October 25, 2020 at 3:54 pm
my cannabis is a couple of years old & very dry; does it lose it’s THC content when it’s older & dry? Do I keep everything the same as if using “fresh” buds when infusing? Do you know of a way to keep buds from drying out over time?
Cannabis Spatula
October 28, 2020 at 5:44 pm
Unfortunately, you can lose 20% (or more) potency when your weed is more than 2 years old. In addition, it may have a very different or “off” taste than what you’re looking for. Worst case is that it’s moldy and can make you sick. Your best bet is to store your weed in an airtight container in a cool dark location and use it (or infuse it) within 6 months.
Calvin Berner
November 14, 2020 at 4:21 pm
Is there any use for spent marijuana left from making cannaoil?
Cannabis Spatula
November 22, 2020 at 4:29 pm
Yes – do a search on marijuana pulp for some ideas. It’s nearly impossible to predict the strength (and it’s not our favorite taste), but it can definitely be used!