Cannabis Peanut Butter
Cannabis Peanut Butter. Approximately ~9mg THC per tablespoon at full strength. 15 min total, 500g yield.
There’s something deeply satisfying about making your own peanut butter — the rich aroma of roasted peanuts, the smooth texture you can’t get from store-bought jars, and the pure satisfaction of creating something from scratch. This cannabis-infused version takes that homemade goodness and elevates it with a perfectly measured dose, giving you a versatile spread that’s as at home on toast as it is spooned into smoothies or used as a base for cannabis peanut butter cookies.
Each tablespoon delivers approximately 9mg THC when made with standard cannabutter, making it easy to control your dose whether you’re spreading it thin or going for a generous dollop. The beauty of cannabis peanut butter lies in its versatility — use it exactly as you would regular peanut butter, but with the added benefit of precise dosing. Calculate your perfect amount with our free Edibles Dosage Calculator.
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Ingredients
Cannabis Peanut Butter
This recipe uses the cannabis-infused ingredient below. Tap for our step-by-step preparation guide.
🥜 Peanut Base
- 400g unsalted roasted peanuts
- 15ml neutral oil (peanut or sunflower)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Equipment You’ll Need
Digital Kitchen Scale (0.01g)
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Method
Prepare your cannabutter by ensuring it’s completely softened to room temperature. If using frozen cannabutter, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, then let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes until easily spreadable.
Process the peanuts in a food processor for 2-3 minutes until they form a coarse meal. Scrape down the sides and continue processing for another 2-3 minutes until the oils begin to release and the mixture starts clumping together.
Add the neutral oil and salt, then process for another 2-4 minutes until the mixture becomes creamy. For extra smooth peanut butter, continue processing up to 8 minutes total, scraping down sides every minute.
Incorporate the softened cannabutter by adding it to the food processor while running. Process for 1-2 minutes until completely combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Digital Kitchen Scale (0.01g) ensures your cannabutter measurement is precise for consistent dosing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. The peanut butter should be smooth, creamy, and well-balanced. If it’s too thick, add another teaspoon of oil and pulse briefly.
Transfer to clean glass jars, leaving about 1cm headspace. Label clearly with contents, date made, and dosage per tablespoon. Store in the refrigerator for best quality and food safety.
Expert Tips
Perfect Consistency
Start with less oil and add more if needed — you can always thin it out, but you can’t thicken it easily once it’s too runny.
Roasted Peanuts Matter
Use good quality roasted peanuts for the best flavor — avoid raw peanuts as they won’t give you that deep, nutty taste.
Half-Strength Option
New to edibles? Use 15g cannabutter and 15g regular butter for a milder 4.5mg per tablespoon dose.
Smooth vs Crunchy
For crunchy peanut butter, reserve 50g whole peanuts and pulse them in at the very end for texture.
Always Label
Cannabis peanut butter looks identical to regular — clear labeling prevents accidental consumption by others.
Temperature Control
Cold peanut butter is harder to spread but easier to measure accurately — warm slightly for spreading, measure when cool.
Storage Guide
| Method | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Room temperature | 1 week | Airtight container, cool pantry |
| Refrigerated | 3 months | Best for freshness and safety |
| Frozen | 6 months | Portion into smaller containers |
Important Safety Information
- Calculate your dose before cooking — use our free Edibles Dosage Calculator.
- Start low, go slow. If this is your first time with edibles, eat half a serving (~4.5mg) and wait at least 90 minutes before having more.
- Onset time: 30-120 minutes. Do not eat additional servings within this window.
- Duration: Effects can last 4-8 hours.
- Do not drive or operate machinery after consuming cannabis edibles.
- Store securely — label all containers with contents, date, and dosage. Keep away from children, pets, and unsuspecting housemates.
- Legal context: Cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in most Australian states. Medicinal cannabis is available through TGA-approved prescriptions. Know your state’s laws.
- Emergency: Australian Poisons Information Centre — 13 11 26 (24 hours)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Using 15g cannabutter and 15g regular softened butter will halve the potency to approximately 4.5mg per tablespoon, making it perfect for beginners or microdosing. The texture and flavor remain identical.
Like all edibles, cannabis peanut butter typically takes 30-120 minutes to take effect, with peak effects around 2-3 hours. The fat content in peanut butter can actually help with THC absorption, potentially leading to more consistent effects.
If you’re making your own cannabutter, yes — decarboxylation is essential to activate the THC. However, if you’re using pre-made cannabutter, the decarboxylation has already been done during that process.
Store in the refrigerator in clearly labeled glass jars for up to 3 months. The cold temperature helps preserve both the cannabis potency and prevents the natural oils from going rancid. Let it warm slightly before spreading for easier use.
Stay calm, find a comfortable space, and drink water. The effects will pass, typically within 4-8 hours. Contact the Australian Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 if you’re concerned, or seek medical attention if experiencing severe anxiety or panic.
Yes! Replace the 30g cannabutter with 30ml cannabis coconut oil. The dosage calculations remain the same, but the final texture will be slightly different — potentially a bit more fluid, especially in warm weather.
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