Infusing Your Favorite Big Game Snacks with Cannabis

There are few traditions in sports that are more cherished by fans than hosting a big game day watch party. At home or on the road, sports buffs rarely pass up the chance to celebrate big games with great company and amazing food. Whether it’s college basketball tournaments or the biggest football game of the year, sports viewing parties are also an opportunity for cannabis enthusiasts to enjoy infused versions of their favorite snacks. From savory wings and dips to delectable sweets, incorporating cannabis into your favorite recipes is probably easier than you think. Treat guests to weed snacks at your next game day celebration and elevate the viewing experience of the whole watch party. Follow our exclusive High Vibes guide below to craft delicious and potent cannabis-infused dishes that will be the real MVP of your party.

Cannabis Infusion Basics

To cook with cannabis, you’ll first need a basic understanding of how cannabis infusion works. If you want to make cannabis-infused snacks you’ll need start by infusing marijuana into a fat like butter or oil. Usually, infused butter or oil is how weed gets added to the infused versions of your favorite dishes. So, before we get to the infused recipes, let’s quickly go over how to make infused butter and oil.

Making Cannabis-Infused Butter & Oil

There are countless guides on how to make cannabis-infused butter, oil, and other fats available, so we’re going to keep in short and simple. Here’s the basic idea:

1. Decarboxylate Your Cannabis: Preheat your oven to 240°F (115°C). Grind your cannabis and spread the ground cannabis on a baking sheet. Bake for approximately 30-40 minutes then remove from the oven.
2. Combine Weed with Fat: Simmer the decarboxylated cannabis with butter or oil over low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring frequently. Strain through cheesecloth to remove plant material and allow the butter/oil to cool.

There are also products designed specifically for making cannabis butter that help automate the process and make it easier. These are totally worth checking out if you plan to make cannabis-infused dishes often or are unable to stand at the stove for three hours.

Once you have your cannabis-infused butter or oil, you’re ready to start making infused dishes. But there’s something else you should keep in mind before you start cooking.

Things to Keep in Mind When Infusing

Using lecithin in your cannabis-infused recipes offers several benefits such as better consistency, enhanced potency and a longer shelf life. You can learn more about how adding lecithin affects your cannabis edibles from one of our previous High Vibes articles.

When it comes to using your infused butter, oil, or other fat in recipes it’s also good to keep in mind how much of it is being used. This will help you dose wisely later when serving. Calculating the THC dosage of homemade edibles is recommended – even if it’s just an estimate. It’s always recommended to start “low and slow” with edibles.

Cannabis-Infused Game Day Recipe Ideas

Check out these three cannabis-infused recipes for the Big Game:

Infused Buffalo Wings

Take your wing game to the next level with cannabis-infused buffalo sauce.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. chicken wings
• 1/4 cup of cannabis-infused butter
• 1/4 cup of Frank’s Original RedHot sauce
• 1 tsp of lecithin (optional)
• Salt, pepper, garlic powder, & paprika to taste

Instructions:

Oven Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the wings with salt and pepper, then bake for 45 minutes, flipping halfway.
2. In a saucepan, melt the cannabis-infused butter and stir in the hot sauce and lecithin until smooth.
3. Toss the baked wings in the infused sauce and serve hot.

Air Fryer Method:

1. Pat the wings dry and season to taste.
2. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 20-25 minutes at 380°F (193.3°C), until crispy and fully cooked. Flip the wings halfway through.
   1. Some also recommend starting the air fryer at a lower temperature and increasing it at the end
3. In a saucepan, melt the cannabis-infused butter and stir in the hot sauce and lecithin until smooth.
4. Toss the cooked wings in the infused sauce and serve hot.

Cannabis-Infused Guacamole

Upgrade this crowd-pleaser with infused olive oil.

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe avocados
• 2 tbsp of cannabis-infused olive oil
• 1 tsp of lecithin (optional)
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/2 cup of diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mash the avocados in a bowl. Stir in lime juice, cannabis-infused olive oil, and lecithin.
2. Fold in the tomatoes and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Serve with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.

Special Brownies

Every party needs a sweet treat and these brownies won’t disappoint.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of cannabis-infused butter
• 1/2 tsp of lecithin
• 1 cup of sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup of flour
• 1/4 tsp of salt
• 1/4 tsp of baking powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
2. Melt the cannabis-infused butter and mix it with sugar and lecithin. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
3. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder, mixing until smooth.
4. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
5. Remove brownies from the oven and let them cool before cutting them into squares.

Tips for Serving Cannabis Infused Snacks

1. Clearly label – Make sure that guests know which snacks are infused and which aren’t.
2. Dose wisely – No one wants to miss the fourth quarter of the big game. Start with small doses, especially for anyone new or inexperienced with cannabis. Starting with a dose of around 5 – 10mg is good for most people. Keep in mind that edibles tend to kick in between 30 minutes to 2 hours, but everyone is different. Limit yourself to one serving at a time and be sure to give your body enough time to process.
3. Offer alternatives – It’s important to offer guests non-infused snack options if they prefer not to partake.
4. Enjoy responsibly – Hosting a game day watch party can be a marathon. It’s a good idea to pace yourself and enjoy your infused snacks responsibility. This of course includes adhering to local laws and regulations regarding cannabis use and serving.

Enjoy Responsibly & Go Team!

Game day watch parties with great snacks are a perfect way to bring friends and family together. Infusing your favorite recipes with cannabis will take your game day festivities to a whole new level. Hosting a party with weed snacks requires planning, but the tips and tricks in this guide will prepare you for crafting infused recipes with confidence. And with playoffs, championships and tournaments happening almost year-round – your next game watch party could be just around the corner.

These cannabis-infused dishes are sure to keep the party spirit alive whether your guests are feeling something savory or indulgent and sweet. Just remember to keep it fun, safe, and within the bounds of the law, because a winning game day celebration is one where everyone ends up with a smile. Happy infusing and go team!