Cannabis lollipops are a tasty candy that can be made in the comfort of your own home. If you like lollipops and weed, you’ll want to try this out.
Cannabis lollipops are one of the most popular edibles on the market today, and they make great gifts, stocking stuffers, and party favors. If you’re not sure how to make cannabis lollipops at home yet, these simple instructions will show you exactly how!
Why Cannabis Lollipops?
Cannabis lollipops are a great way to consume cannabis, with the added bonus of not having to smoke.
Cannabis lollipops are a popular form of edibles, but they can sometimes be difficult to find. Luckily, with some simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own cannabis lollipops at home!
What Are Cannabis Lollipops?
Cannabis lollipops are simply infused with THC or CBD oil and then wrapped in a hard candy coating. The combination is then heated until it melts together and cools into a solid shape. The result is a tasty treat that can be popped into your mouth to enjoy the effects of your favorite strain.
Why Use Cannabis Lollipops?
There are many reasons why people prefer using edibles over other forms of consumption.
Here are just some of them:
They’re discreet: You can easily carry them around with you wherever you go since they look like regular hard candies! This makes them perfect for those who need discretion when medicating on the go (like parents or professionals).
They’re delicious: Did we mention these taste amazing? Well, they do! There are so many different flavors available today, and you can get creative and make your own flavors.
Ease of use: Cannabis lollipops are easy to use. You simply eat them like any other candy, and within minutes you’ll feel the effects of cannabis. There’s no need for smoking or vaping at all.
Convenience: Cannabis lollipops are convenient because you can take them anywhere you want without worrying about smoking or vaping products that may not be allowed at your destination.
Variety: There’s a wide variety of flavors available for cannabis lollipops, from fruit flavors like strawberry and mango to more complex flavors like coffee. There’s something for everyone!
Health benefits: Eating cannabis through edibles instead of smoking can help maintain a healthier lifestyle by not exposing your lungs to harsh smoke and toxins from combustion, which can cause greater damage over time if done too often or too heavily.
Safe: Many people worry about accidentally overdosing on edibles, but if you’re deciding to purchase these from a retailer, most of these lollipops come in a pre-measured dose so you’ll never accidentally overindulge. Dosing yourself can take some trial and error at first, but it becomes easier over time.
Affordable: These candy-like treats are affordable enough that even patients on a tight budget can enjoy them without breaking the bank.
Ingredients Needed
There are a couple of ingredients you’ll need for making cannabis lollipops:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon cannabis extract
- Food coloring
- Lollipop sticks
- Candy mold
Combine the 1 cup of sugar, the ½ cup of light corn syrup, and the ¼ cup of water in a saucepan, and place it on the stove over medium heat until it starts to all boil. Stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it becomes syrupy and reaches 240 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer.
Allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes before adding in the cannabis extract, oil, or whatever type of cannabis tincture you’re using, as well as the food coloring (if desired). Pour into the lollipop candy molds while still hot, and insert lollipop sticks into each of them while they are still warm enough that they will stick in place but not so hot that you will burn yourself (careful!), and allow them to harden completely before removing from molds.
Store the finished product in an airtight container or jar. Repeat steps 3-5 as needed. If you want to make sure your lollipops last as long as possible, cover them in chocolate! Melt about 8 ounces of chocolate chips according to package instructions, add the liquefied chocolate to a pastry bag with a small round tip, then pipe designs onto parchment paper.
Put one drop of vegetable oil on top of each design before chilling in the refrigerator for around two hours. The cold will cause the design to solidify quickly and prevent melting when removed from the fridge.
Once the design has been set, simply peel it off of parchment paper and store it away from direct sunlight. Now you have delicious homemade cannabis lollipops! You can also make these lollipops more potent by heating the recipe again after pouring it into the molds. Just don’t forget to remove them from the oven as soon as you reach 240 degrees Fahrenheit, like in step three above.
How Long Will The High Last?
The high from cannabis lollipops can get pretty intense, with some people experiencing a strong body high.
The effects of edibles take longer to kick in than smoking or vaping cannabis. The onset is usually between 45 minutes and 2 hours but can be as long as 4 hours.
The time it takes for the effects of edibles to kick in depends on a few factors:
- How much you consume
- The method of consumption – inhaling vs ingesting
- How fast your body absorbs THC (you’re usually absorbing more THC when smoking/vaping)
- Type of edible: Edibles come in a variety of forms (e.g., lollipops, cookies, gummies), so each type takes a different amount of time for your body to absorb the THC/CBD from them. For example, gummies tend to be absorbed quickly because they get digested through the stomach instead of through the intestines like other edibles do.
- Your weight: People with higher weights may find that their bodies take longer to digest edibles than those who weigh less.
Final Thoughts
Cannabis lollipops are a tasty treat to make on your own. While they might be a little tedious to get just right the first time around, with practice, you’ll develop mastery over this useful skill.
