9 Cannabis-Infused Recipes for the Holidays

Snow is falling, the canna-butter is calling, and the holiday spirit is in the air.

This season, why not add a little extra lift to your festivities? From sweet treats to savory bites, these cannabis-infused recipes bring a festive touch to your holiday gatherings.

Ready to get cooking? Let’s dive in!

Kick off the holidays with canna-butter and canna-oil – how to make them at home

Before you start baking or cooking with cannabis, you’ll need the basics: canna-butter or canna-oil.

Once you’ve got these infused ingredients ready, you can easily add them to everything from cookies to savory dishes, creating that perfect balance of flavor and relaxation.

Why canna-butter?

Canna-butter is a classic cannabis infusion that’s easy to make and versatile for all kinds of recipes. It provides a rich, buttery base that enhances both sweet and savory dishes.

Plus, canna-butter adds a delicious, comforting flavor that’s perfect for holiday treats.

How to make canna-butter

1. Decarb: To decarboxylate your cannabis flower, start by spreading it evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Preheat your oven to 245°F (120°C) and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Make sure to shake the tray every 10 minutes to ensure the cannabis decarboxylates evenly. This step is essential because it activates THC and CBD in cannabis, turning non-psychoactive compounds like THCA and CBDA into their active forms, which is what gives your canna-butter its effects.
2. Melt the butter: Place a small or medium-sized pot on low heat and add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of butter. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the butter has fully melted.
3. Add the decarbed cannabis: Once the butter has melted, add your decarboxylated cannabis flower to the pot. Stir the mixture to ensure the cannabis is evenly incorporated into the butter.
4. Simmer the mixture: Keep the heat low and let the butter and cannabis mixture simmer for 2 to 3 hours. Stir it occasionally, but make sure it doesn’t come to a boil — low and slow is key for extracting the cannabinoids.
5. Strain the mixture: After simmering, use a funnel and cheesecloth (or a specialized “hash bag”) to strain the mixture into a clean container, pressing out as much of the infused butter as possible. You can repeat this step as many times as needed to strain out additional plant material. Less plant material means a less “dank” flavor, allowing the flavor of the food to shine through.
6. Cool and separate: Let the strained mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it. The canna-butter will rise to the top and solidify, while the water will separate and settle at the bottom. Once fully cooled, discard the water, and your canna-butter is ready to use.

Tip: Store your canna-butter in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks, or freeze it for longer storage. The solidified butter will keep its potency for quite a while!

Why canna-oil?

Cannabis-infused oil follows a similar process to making canna-butter, resulting in a versatile, easy-to-use oil that can be added to various recipes.

The infusion process is simple and beginner-friendly, whether you choose olive oil, coconut oil, or avocado oil.

How to make canna-oil

1. Decarb your cannabis: As with canna-butter, the first step in making canna-oil is decarboxylation. Spread your cannabis trim evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 245°F for 30 to 40 minutes. Shake the tray every 10 minutes to ensure even decarbing.
2. Combine the oil and cannabis: In a saucepan or crockpot, add a 1:1 mixture of your chosen oil and decarbed cannabis trim. If you’re using a stovetop, adding a small amount of water to the oil will help prevent scorching.
3. Infuse the oil: Heat the oil and cannabis mixture on medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. After 20 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it continue steeping for an additional 30 minutes. For a crockpot, keep it on low heat for about four hours to extract the cannabinoids.
4. Strain the oil: Strain your infused oil through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer into a clean container, removing any remaining plant material.

Cannabis-infused holiday recipes

Christmas recipes

Cannabis-infused pumpkin spice ginger cookies

These Pumpkin Spice Ginger Cookies from Sous Weed combine the best fall flavors with the added magic of cannabis-infused butter. Soft, chewy, and spiced just right.

To prepare your infused cookies, start by creating canna-butter using the method outlined earlier.

Follow the recipe below from Sous Weed, utilizing the cannabis-infused butter you’ve already created.

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F
2. Beat 6 tbsp canna-butter and 2 tbsp regular butter together, then add pumpkin puree, molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing well
3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, spices, and salt. Stir into wet ingredients with grated ginger.
4. Fold in chopped hazelnuts and butterscotch chips. Refrigerate dough for 1 hour to 2 days.
5. Roll dough into balls, coat in sugar, and place on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, then cool on the sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tip: Serve your cannabis-infused cookies warm for a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth experience, or let them cool for a perfectly crisp treat. 

Cannabis-infused egg-nog

This creamy, spiced cannabis-infused eggnog combines rich flavors for the perfect holiday drink to share with friends and family.

1. Beat six egg yolks and ⅓ cup of sugar together until smooth. Set aside.
2. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk, 2-3 cinnamon sticks, cloves, and 2 tbsp canna-butter. Heat on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove cinnamon and cloves.
3. Slowly add the hot milk to the egg yolks, whisking constantly. Gradually incorporate all the milk.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring.
5. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cool for 30-60 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 tsp vanilla.
6. Pour into glasses, garnish with a cinnamon stick, and top with freshly grated nutmeg. Serve chilled.

Crispy “roasted” potatoes

These crispy, golden-roasted potatoes are simple to make and packed with flavor; they’re the perfect side dish for any meal.

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F
2. Add the cannabis-infused oil to a 9×9-inch baking dish and let it melt while you chop the potatoes and garlic.
3. Once the oil has melted, add the potatoes and garlic to the dish, stirring to coat evenly with the oil.
4. Sprinkle the potatoes with your seasonings of choice and toss again to evenly distribute the spices.
5. Bake the potatoes for 15 minutes.
6. After 15 minutes, toss the potatoes to ensure even cooking, then return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
7. Once done, remove from the oven and serve hot.

Hanukkah recipes

Latkes with infused applesauce 

Add a fun twist to your traditional holiday latkes by serving them with cannabis-infused applesauce.

1. Start by combining unsweetened applesauce, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
2. Add your desired dose of a cannabis tincture. We love the Avexia Harvest Apple Tincture for this recipe.
3. Cook the latkes according to your favorite recipe and serve with the infused applesauce.

Chocolate-covered marshmallow dreidels 

These chocolate-covered marshmallow dreidels are a fun, sweet treat to add to your holiday celebrations.

1. In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate over a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals. Once melted, stir in the cannabis-infused coconut oil or canna-butter until fully combined.
2. Insert a lollipop stick or pretzel into each marshmallow for easy dipping. Dip each marshmallow into the melted chocolate, coating it completely.
3. Roll the chocolate-covered marshmallows in sprinkles or edible glitter for a festive touch.
4. Place the dipped marshmallows on parchment paper and cool until the chocolate hardens.
5. Once set, serve and enjoy responsibly!

Wintertime recipes

Cannabis hot cocoa 

Cozy up and indulge in a comforting treat with cannabis hot cocoa.

1. Warm up with a rich, creamy cup of cannabis-infused hot chocolate! Made easy using a cannabis-infused chocolate bar from Blue Oak.
2. Start by breaking up one serving of a cannabis-infused chocolate bar and your favorite non-infused chocolate bar into small pieces.
3. Melt both chocolates over low heat in a small saucepan, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
4. In a separate saucepan, heat ⅔ cup milk (or more to taste) over medium heat until it’s hot but not boiling.
5. Slowly add the melted chocolate to the hot milk, stirring until fully combined and smooth. Add the vanilla extract and cinnamon (if using), then stir again.
6. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.

Tip: For a lower-dose drink, use less of the cannabis-infused chocolate and more of the regular chocolate bar to balance the potency. 

Infused mini apple pies 

Individual-sized apple pies are the perfect holiday dessert with a delicious twist.

Follow your favorite mini apple pie recipe, such as this one below from Live Well Bake Often, but substitute regular butter with your homemade cannabis-infused butter for a delightful and relaxing treat.

1. Preheat oven to 425°F
2. Roll out pie crusts to 1/8-inch thickness and cut 12 circles using a 3.5-inch cutter. Place circles in a greased 12-cup muffin pan, pressing dough into the sides. Refrigerate the pan and any leftover dough.
3. In a bowl, mix chopped apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg.
4. Remove the pan from the fridge and fill each cavity with about 3 tbsp of apple mixture. Top each with a piece of butter. Cut out and place top crust designs over the filling.
5. Bake for 18–23 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Cannabis mocktails for holiday cheers

Elevate your festivities with cannabis-infused mocktails that bring all the cheer without the hangover. We love using Avexia Strawberry Orange Cream Tincture in these recipes for the perfect balance of holiday flavor and relaxation.

Cranberry spritz

Get into the holiday spirit with this refreshing and sparkling cranberry spritz!

1. In a large pitcher with ice, mix cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange juice, and cherries.
2. Pour in the ginger ale and stir in your desired serving of the tincture.
3. Serve your infused cranberry spritz in festive glasses, garnish with a few extra cherries, and enjoy a sparkling sip of holiday cheer!

Winter wonderland mojitos

Escape to a festive winter wonderland with this twist on a classic mojito.

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves with honey (or simple syrup) and fresh lime juice.
2. Add your desired dose from the tincture and fill the shaker with ice. Shake well for about 10 seconds to combine.
3. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water or club soda and stir gently.
4. Add a crushed candy cane rim or a cinnamon stick for a festive touch.

Looking for the perfect cannabis for your recipes?

Whether infusing butter, and oil, or crafting the perfect mocktail, Blue Oak has everything from high-quality flower to convenient tinctures that make infusions a breeze.

With the right cannabis products, you’ll be ready to create delicious, relaxing treats that bring extra cheer to every gathering.

So grab your supplies, get creative, and let Blue Oak help you make this holiday season unforgettable!