Cannabis-Infused Snacks: Dips

Football season is here and the cravings for delicious game day snacks are in full swing. We've been playing with ways to level up your personal snacks, tailoring edibles to your dosing needs. That's right, we're talking cannabis-infused snacks — specifically, dips. If you're looking for an exciting new way to make your football watch parties more enjoyable, then cannabis-infused snacks may be just what you need. From dips and spreads to a delightful sweet treat, adding some weed-enhanced excelsior to your menu will enhance each touchdown feeling, while soothing symptoms and flareups.

If you’re ready to elevate (no pun intended) your snacking game this fall, read on for our favorite cannabis dip recipes! And remember: always clearly label your THC-infused snacks to avoid accidental dosing for someone other than yourself. As we are in a medical-only state, these recipes are intended for your use only as a medical cannabis patient.

But First, Let's Talk Infusing

Before we dive into our favorite recipes, let's pause and think about infusing a recipe. While you may think it's as simple as adding flower or tincture to the dish, that's not quite the case. When it comes to making edibles with as even as possible distribution of cannabinoids, the key is infusing a fatty carrier.

Cannabutter and cannaoil are two popular options to infuse homemade edibles, as most recipes call for butter or oil, and each option when infused helps achieve as consistent a dose as possible per serving. Both of these fatty carriers can be infused with one of three options: flower, distillate, or RSO. Choosing which cannabis form to infuse with is ultimately up to personal preference — flower and RSO lend more of a kushy, cannabis taste, while distillate is much more subtle. A benefit to RSO and distillate oils, though, is the more precise nature of cannabinoids.

Decarboxylating flower requires some math, namely, the activation of THC to quantify the total in milligrams. Distillate and RSO are already activated, meaning you can skip the step and the additional math!

And the most crucial math? The mg per dose you're going for. For example, if you are infusing a recipe that yields 2 cups, and want each serving of 2 tablespoons to equal 20mg:

10mg x 32 (16 tablespoons per cup) = 320mg total THC

To get started, first create your infused carrier using our easy-to-follow recipes below. From there, dive into some tasty cannabis-infused treats: spinach and artichoke dip, salsa, creamy avocado, French onion, hot crab, and caramel apple dips!

Simple Cannaoil

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Prep Time: 20 minutes - 5 hoursYield 1 cup

Prep time range seem a little wonky? Don't be discouraged, this recipe goes over how to infuse with flower, distillate, or RSO! Concentrates are arguably the faster options, but for those who prefer to work with pure, whole flower, we have you covered. Remember, when infusing your carrier, keep in mind the amount of oil required for each recipe:

• Your favorite oil, think vegetable or olive oil
• Your favorite strain of flower, Plus Distillate, or RSO
• A double boiler, or a saucepan and oven-safe bowl
• A baking sheet, for flower
• Parchment paper, for flower

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For Flower:

1. Decarboxylate your flower by grinding it with your fingers, spreading it evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, then bake at 225°F for 40-45 minutes, until it starts to turn a little brown.
2. Remove your cannabis flower to cool for about 20 minutes, then snag your double boiler or saucepan and oven-safe bowl.
3. Add an inch of water to the bottom of the double boiler or saucepan, placing it over low heat.
4. Affix the top portion of the double boiler or bowl and add your preferred oil.
5. Once the water starts to simmer (you'll hear it bubbling), add the cannabis flower.
6. Let the oil and flower simmer over low heat, topping off the water in the bottom boiler or saucepan when needed, for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally.
7. Remove from heat and let cool.
8. Using a strainer, strain the flower out of the oil.  Strain again using cheesecloth, ensuring to squeeze any oil out of the flower.
9. Infuse into your favorite recipes and enjoy!

  For Distillate or RSO:

1. Put a small amount of water in the bottom of the double boiler or saucepan over low heat.
2. Put the top piece of the double boiler in place, or oven-safe bowl if going that route.
3. Add the oil to the bowl and wait for the water in the double boiler to come to a simmer (you'll hear it).
4. Once the water is simmering, add your distillate or RSO and stir consistently.
5. Let the oil and distillate or RSO simmer and incorporate together for ~5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Once light bubbling occurs on the edges of the oil, remove from heat and let cool.
7. Infuse into your favorite recipes!

Simple Cannabutter

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Prep Time: 20 minutes - 5 hoursYield 1 cup

Cannabutter is this writer's favorite infused base due to its immense versatility in baking. Like cannaoil, the lengthier prep times are related to flower infusions, shorter to distillate and RSO. You'll need:

• Two sticks of your favorite butter
• A double boiler, or a saucepan and oven-safe bowl
• A baking sheet, for flower
• Parchment paper, for flower
• Strainer, for flower
• Cheesecloth, for flower

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For Flower:

1. Decarboxylate your flower by grinding it with your fingers, spreading it evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, then bake at 225°F for 40-45 minutes, until it starts to turn a little brown.
2. Remove your cannabis flower to cool for about 20 minutes, then snag your double boiler or saucepan and oven-safe bowl.
3. Add an inch of water to the bottom of the double boiler or saucepan, placing it over low heat.
4. Affix the top portion of the double boiler or bowl and add your preferred oil.
5. Add the butter and let it melt.
6. Once the butter has melted, add the flower and incorporate.
7. Let the flower simmer in the butter for 4-5 hours to ensure incorporation of cannabinoids.
8. Remove from heat and let cool, but don't let it solidify.
9. Using a strainer, strain the flower out of the oil.  Strain again using cheesecloth, ensuring to squeeze any butter out of the flower.
10. Let the butter cool completely and solidify.
11. Infuse into your favorite recipes and enjoy!

  For Distillate or RSO:

1. Put a small amount of water in the bottom of the double boiler or saucepan over low heat.
2. Put the top piece of the double boiler in place, or oven-safe bowl if going that route.
3. Add the butter to the saucepan or bowl and let melt.
4. Once the butter has melted, add your distillate or RSO and stir consistently.
5. Let the oil and distillate or RSO simmer and incorporate together for ~5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Once light bubbling occurs on the edges of the oil, remove from heat and let cool completely and solidify.
7. Infuse into your favorite recipes!

Cannabis-Infused Spinach and Artichoke Dip

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Prep Time: 45 minYield ~3.5 cups

Is there anything better than a warm dip come fall? We think not, and a must-nail recipe in our opinion is infused spinach and artichoke dip. Chock-full of delicious vegetables and made creamy with cream cheese, mayo, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, this is sure to be a staple in your homemade edibles recipe book. Get started by gathering your ingredients:  

• 1 c frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 1/2 c artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1/2 c mayonnaise
• 1/2 c sour cream
• 1 1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1/4 c cannabis-infused olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Recipe Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thawed chopped spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, sour cream, and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
3. Add minced garlic, cannabis-infused olive oil, and half of the shredded mozzarella to the mixture.
4. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
6. Enjoy with baguette, tortilla chips, pretzels, or pita chips!

Cannabis-Infused Salsa

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Prep Time: 20 minYield ~2 cups

Is there any dip more delightful than salsa? The easy-to-make, versatile option makes for a refreshing appetizer on hot Florida fall days whether you dip in with tortilla chips or garnish tacos. The best part? You probably have the majority of these ingredients already:  

• 4 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 jalapeños, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 c cilantro, finely chopped
• 1-2 tbsp cannabis-infused olive oil
• Salt to taste

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Recipe Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, chopped jalapeños, and minced garlic.
2. Add the juice of one lime and mix well.
3. Add finely chopped cilantro to the mixture.
4. Finally, mix in 1-2 tablespoons of cannabis-infused olive oil. Start with a smaller amount and adjust to your liking.
5. Add salt to taste.
6. Refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld together before serving.
7. Serve your delicious cannabis-infused salsa with tortilla chips or atop tacos!

Creamy Cannabis Avocado Dip

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Prep Time: 20 minutesYield ~1 1/2 cups

Tired of the same old guacamole recipe? Try a creamy avocado dip instead, infused with your favorite strain of course. Use this delectable treat for chips and dips, as a sandwich spread, or to spruce up your favorite Spanish dishes.  

• 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1/2 c Greek yogurt or sour cream
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 c cilantro, finely chopped
• 1-2 tbsp cannabis-infused olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce for a little kick

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1. In a blender or food processor, add the peeled and pitted avocados, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
2. Add minced garlic, finely chopped cilantro, and cannabis-infused olive oil to the blender. Blend again until all the ingredients are well combined.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like a little kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
4. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Taste the flavor and effects with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or use it as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.

French Onion Cannabis Dip

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Prep Time: 35 minutesYield ~2 cups

Is there anything more classic than football, chips, and French onion dip? We think not! Level up your dip with cannabutter for delightful effects amidst a punch of flavor.

• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 1 c sour cream
• 1/2 c mayonnaise
• 1/4 c cannabis-infused butter
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika for garnish

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1. Melt the cannabis-infused butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions (and garlic, if using) to the skillet. Cook until the onions are caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
2. In a bowl, combine the caramelized onions with sour cream and mayonnaise.
3. Add the Worcestershire sauce and mix well.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of chives, or if you prefer a touch of heat, paprika. Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve with chips, vegetable sticks, or whatever else speaks to you and your tastebuds.

Hot Canna Crab Dip

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Prep Time: 40 minutesYield ~4 cups

We're lucky enough to have seafood season be year-round. Why not bring it into our infused creations? One of our favorite ways to dig down on shellfish is crab, and what better way to fold it into football season than with crab dip?  

• 1 lb lump crab meat, drained
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 c mayonnaise
• 1/2 c sour cream
• 1/4 c green onions, finely chopped
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 c grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1-2 tbsp cannabis-infused olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning for a traditional flavor

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Recipe Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth.
3. Stir in the lump crab meat, making sure to break apart any large chunks.
4. Add the finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice to the mixture.
5. Mix in 1-2 tablespoons of cannabis-infused olive oil. Start with a smaller amount and adjust to your liking.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and optional Old Bay seasoning.
7. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and the dip is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Savor with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetable sticks.

Cannabis Caramel Apple Dip

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Prep Time: 30 minutesYield ~1/2 cup

We couldn't curate snack recipes without at least one dessert dip, and fall calls for one of our favorites — cannabis caramel apple dip.

• 1 c brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 c corn syrup
• 1/2 c evaporated milk
• 1/2 c cannabis-infused butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt
• Fresh apple slices, for serving

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Recipe Directions:

1. In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, and cannabis-infused butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a full boil.
3. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
4. Let the dip cool down a bit before transferring it to a serving bowl.
5. Serve warm or at room temperature with fresh apple slices or graham crackers.

Tailor Your Dosing with Homemade Edibles

Homemade edibles are one of the easiest ways to get the dosing you need, tailored to your tastebuds. With our simple how-to for cannabutter and cannaoil, we hope to make an edible chef out of you! If you're ready to continue exploring cannabis-infused recipes, head to our curated section of Recipes, and stay tuned for more tasty features coming soon.