This cannabis infused milk recipe — also known as cannamilk — is one of the most versatile cannabis edibles you can make. Use it in hot chocolate, coffee, oatmeal, or any recipe that calls for milk. It is easy to make with a Magical Butter Machine or right on the stovetop, and the result is a potent, creamy base that opens up a whole world of infused recipes.
What Is Cannabis Infused Milk?
Cannabis infused milk is whole fat milk (or coconut milk) infused with decarbed cannabis, hash, or cannabis concentrates. THC and CBD are fat-soluble, meaning they bind to the fat in milk during the infusion process. This makes whole fat milk ideal — do not use almond milk, soy milk, or other low-fat alternatives as the fat content is not sufficient for proper infusion.
Vegan option: Use whole fat coconut milk instead of dairy milk. It has a high enough fat content to carry cannabinoids effectively and works great in cannabis infused hot chocolate.
Cannabis Infused Milk Recipe: 5 Simple Steps
Follow this cannamilk recipe step by step for the best results:
- Decarboxylate your cannabis: Before infusing, you must decarb your cannabis, hash, or concentrate. This activates the THC. Bake flower at 240°F (115°C) for 40 minutes, or use decarbed hash/sludge as shown in the video.
- Add milk and cannabis to your vessel: Pour 1 litre (just over 4 cups) of whole fat milk into your Magical Butter Machine or a heavy-bottomed pot. Add your decarbed cannabis or hash — start with 1–2 grams for moderate potency (approximately 50mg THC per cup depending on potency).
- Infuse at low temperature: Magical Butter Machine: set to 130°F (54°C) for 1 hour. Stovetop: maintain 165°F (74°C) max for 30 minutes using an instant-read thermometer. Never exceed 212°F (100°C) or the milk will curdle.
- Strain the milk: Pour the infused milk through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean container. Work slowly to avoid clogging. Push gently with a gloved hand to extract all the liquid without forcing plant material through.
- Store and label: Pour into an airtight bottle, label with date and estimated potency, and refrigerate. Cannamilk keeps for 3–5 days in the fridge. Use exactly as you would regular milk.
Stovetop vs Magical Butter Machine for Cannabis Milk
Both methods work well. The magical butter machine milk method is hands-off and precise — it automatically maintains the right temperature and stirs continuously. The stovetop method requires you to monitor the temperature constantly with a thermometer and stir regularly to prevent scorching.
The most important rule for both: never let the milk boil. Milk curdles at 212°F (100°C). Keep it at a steady 130–165°F throughout the infusion. Going too high will ruin the texture and may degrade some cannabinoids.
How to Use Cannabis Infused Hot Chocolate
The best use for cannamilk is cannabis infused hot chocolate. Heat your cannamilk gently (do not boil), whisk in good quality dark cocoa powder and a sweetener of your choice, and enjoy. Start with a small cup and wait 1–2 hours before deciding whether to have more. Because you are drinking quite a bit of milk, the dosage can be significant.
Cannamilk also works in: coffee drinks, matcha lattes, oatmeal, béchamel sauce, mashed potatoes, ice cream bases, and any baked goods that use milk. The cannabis infused milk recipe is a building block for dozens of other infused recipes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you infuse milk with hash instead of flower?
Yes — and it works very well. Decarbed hash dissolves efficiently into the fat in milk. Use the same process: add decarbed hash to infuse milk with hash, maintain temperature below 165°F, and strain. The result is a cleaner-tasting milk with less plant matter than using flower.
How long does cannamilk last in the fridge?
Cannabis infused milk lasts 3–5 days refrigerated, the same as regular milk. Label it clearly with the date and estimated potency. Store it in the original milk container or an airtight bottle.
What milk fat percentage is needed for infusion?
Use whole fat milk (3.5%+ fat) for the best results in your cannabis infused milk recipe. 2% milk will work but the extraction efficiency is lower. Avoid skim milk or plant milks like almond or soy — not enough fat to carry cannabinoids effectively.
How strong is homemade cannamilk?
Potency depends on how much cannabis you use. With 1–2 grams of decarbed hash in 1 litre of milk, you could end up with approximately 30–80mg THC per cup depending on the potency of your starting material. Start low and go slow — wait at least 1.5–2 hours after drinking before consuming more.
References
- Cannabis Edibles: Effects, Dosage, and More — Healthline
- Bhang (Cannabis Milk Tradition) — Wikipedia
- Edible Cannabis Regulations — Health Canada
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