Picture this: the intoxicating aroma of freshly ground cannabis swirling through the air, mingling with the sweet anticipation of what’s to come. Today, we’re not just making cannabutter; we’re crafting an experience, a journey that combines the thrill of experimentation with the laid-back vibes of a chill kitchen adventure.

The hero of our story? The Instant pot – your trusty sidekick in this green-infused escapade. Forget the fuss and constant monitoring; with an Instant pot, you’re in for a low-maintenance, hands-off experience. It’s like the chill vibes of a Sunday afternoon, but with a hint of something extraordinary in the air.

Using a Instant Pot to whip up some cannabutter is the lazy genius way to infuse your butter with that good ol’ cannabis magic. No need to babysit the pot – just set it and forget it. Here’s what you’ll need for this chill cooking adventure:

  • 3.5g Ground cannabis
  • 2 sticks Unsalted butter
  • Instant Pot
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Glass mason jar

Now, let’s break it down in a laid-back, step-by-step vibe:

Step 1: Gather Your Stuff

  • Grab your ground cannabis, unsalted butter, Instant pot, trusty wooden spoon, and a cool glass jar for your cannabutter.

Step 2: Prep the Cannabis

  • Grind that green goodness, not too fine.
  • Pop it in a heat-proof jar or small pyrex bowl in the Instant pot.
  • Decarboxylate it by setting the Instant Pot to Saute and let it sizzle for a bit or, if you prefer, do the oven dance at 250°F for an hour.

Step 3: Decarb Action

  • Cook your cannabis in the mason jar on LOW pressure for 4 hours or HIGH for 2. Keep an eye on the temp, though – don’t let it rise above 300°F.

Step 4: Butter It Up

  • Add the Butter! Seal the jar and toss it back in the crockpot.

Step 5: Let It Simmer

  • Set your Instant Pot to LOW pressure and let the mix simmer for 4-8 hours. The longer, the stronger (and tastier) your cannabutter.

Step 6: Strain the Good Stuff

  • After the desired cooking time, strain it using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
  • Chuck the leftover cannabis, keep the liquid gold.

Step 7: Chill Out and Store

  • Let your cannabutter cool, then pop it in the fridge for a longer shelf life.
  • Good news: It’ll last for weeks in the fridge. Seal it in a container and freeze for months of future bliss.

Bonus Tip: Consistency Matters

  • If your cannabutter gets too hard, warm it up in hot water or nuke it in bursts till it’s spreadable.

And that’s it, my friend. You’re now the proud creator of your very own stash of cannabutter. Enjoy the ride! 🌿🧈✌️

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