Cannabis-infused Recipes for a high Fourth of July celebrations
There's nothing better than enjoying your favorite food or drink while admiring the bright, sparkly fireworks that light up the sky on the Fourth of July. What if we told you a little green could make the fireworks even better and your festivities even more memorable? You read that right.
Whether you're planning to host a backyard BBQ or dine outdoors with friends and family, cannabis-infused recipes add fun, flavor, and a festive twist to the holiday.
Whether you are new to cannabis cooking or a seasoned cannabis chef, below are some cannabis-infused recipes that are easy to make and worthy of a holiday weekend celebration.
So, grab your apron, crank up those patriotic tunes, and let's make this 4th of July flavorful and delightfully high!
Red, White, Blue Donuts
As July 4th is a time of painting everything red, white, and blue, why not try red, white, and blur eats? If you are a lover of cannabis and donuts, start your patriotic holiday with a flag-inspired treat: donuts!
Easy to make and visually striking, it is a classic treat to kick off the Fourth of July. The recipe is almost the same as a regular donut; you just need to swap the regular butter with cannabutter and add a touch of festive patriotism to your donuts. Below is the recipe for red, white, and blue donuts:
What you'll need:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk (you can also use buttermilk)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp melted cannabis butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable Oil for frying
- A tub of vanilla for frosting
If you need help making cannabutter at home, check out our step-by-step guide to make potent cannabutter at home!
Instructions:
- Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
- Beat the wet ingredients, such as eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted cannabis butter, in a separate bowl.
- Now mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms.
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottom pan or deep fryer to 375°F. Carefully lower a few donuts into the oil and fry until golden brown.
- Drain them on a paper towel or a wire rack set over a tray.
- Cool your donuts and make the glaze by melting a tub of vanilla frosting.
- Divide the glaze into three separate bowls and add blue and red food coloring to each.
- Dip donuts in red, blue, and white glaze and set them on parchment paper for the glaze set.
Grilled Chicken wings with Cannabis-Infused BBQ Sauce
No 4th of July celebration is complete without BBQ dishes. After all, there's nothing better than sitting in your backyard, soaking up the sun, enjoying BBQ dishes, and sipping your favorite summer drinks. Grilled chicken with cannabis-infused BBQ sauce not only adds a little buzz to your meaty meal but also enhances the festive mood with relaxing, feel-good vibes. Below is the recipe to make grilled chicken wings with cannabis-infused BBQ sauce.
What you’ll need:
2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions:
- Preheat the grill. Pat wings dry with a paper towel, toss in olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Apply a layer of cannabis-infused BBQ sauce on both sides of the wings using a brush
- Now grill the wings for about 35 minutes. Remember to flip their sides every five minutes for even cooking.
Cannabis-infused Mojito
If you want to go beyond traditional homemade edibles like cannabis brownies or infused treats, try cannabis-infused drinks that are refreshing, flavorful, and customizable.
You will find many to ring in this joyful time of year. One such drink is a cannabis-infused Mojito, which is refreshing and perfect for summer festivities.
Fill up on hot dogs, enjoy BBQ dishes and classics like creamed corn and baked beans—and wash it all down with a festive cocktail like cannabis-infused Mojito.
Let's dive into the cannabis-infused Mojito recipe, perfect for adding a refreshing buzz to your 4th of July celebration:
What you will need
Ingredients:
- 4 cups water
- 1-2 drops of your preferred cannabis tincture
- 10-15 leaves of fresh mint
- ½ cup club soda
- 4-5 teaspoons of lime juice
- 1-2 teaspoons of sugar
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
- Muddle the mint leaves using a cocktail muddler or mortar and pestle.
- Now, fill your glass with lime juice, soda water, and cannabis tincture. Stir this mixture and add the crushed mint to the glass.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves and lime wedges.
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