"Soulmate's Swirl" - Cannabis-Infused Salted Caramel Brownies
Suggested Dosage: This recipe makes one 9x9 inch pan, yielding 9-12 rich brownies. Each brownie contains approximately 25-30mg THC (based on 5g starting material at 20% THC). This is a very potent, dessert-sized dose. Share one brownie. Wait a full 2 hours before considering more.
Terpene Pairing Suggestion: Choose a Myrcene and Caryophyllene-dominant strain. Myrcene’s earthy, chocolatey notes will deepen the fudgy brownie flavor, while Caryophyllene’s peppery warmth will complement the salted caramel, promoting a deeply relaxing, stress-melting, and physically soothing experience.
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The ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers. These dense, fudgy brownies are layered with a ripple of homemade cannabis-infused salted caramel, creating a gooey, potent, and utterly irresistible treat.
Step 1: The Decarboxylation (Activating Your Cannabis)
· Ingredients: 5 grams of a Myrcene and Caryophyllene-rich cannabis strain.
· Method:
1. Preheat your oven to 240°F (115°C).
2. Coarsely grind the cannabis and spread it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until dry and lightly browned. Let cool completely.
Step 2: The Cannabis-Infused Salted Caramel Sauce
· Ingredients: All of your decarbed cannabis, 1 cup granulated sugar, 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp flaky sea salt (plus more for finishing).
· Method:
1. In a light-colored saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat, stirring until it liquefies and turns a deep amber color.
2. Carefully whisk in the butter until melted and combined.
3. Slowly drizzle in the heavy cream while whisking constantly (it will bubble vigorously).
4. Remove from heat. Stir in the sea salt.
5. Reduce heat to lowest possible setting. Return saucepan to heat and add the decarbed cannabis. Steep for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a heatproof jar. Discard the plant material.
7. This is your Cannabis-Infused Salted Caramel. Let it cool slightly but keep it pourable.
Step 3: The Salted Caramel Brownies
· Brownie Batter Ingredients (non-infused):
· 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
· 8 oz dark chocolate (60-70%), chopped
· 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
· 3 large eggs
· 1 tsp vanilla extract
· 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
· 1/4 cup dark cocoa powder
· 1/2 tsp salt
· Swirl: 1/2 cup of your Cannabis-Infused Salted Caramel.
· Method:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch pan with parchment.
2. Make Batter: In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and chocolate together. Whisk in sugar, then eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Gently fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
3. Assemble: Pour about two-thirds of the brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly. Drizzle about half of the infused caramel over the batter. Top with remaining batter. Drizzle the remaining caramel on top. Use a knife to gently swirl the caramel into the batter.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
5. Let cool completely in the pan. Sprinkle with an extra pinch of flaky sea salt before cutting.
6. Consumption Note: The THC is concentrated in the caramel swirls. For even dosing, cut brownies cleanly. The high fat and sugar content make this a powerfully effective and long-lasting edible.