'Tis the season for something unique and delightful! Are you ready to take your holiday baking up a notch? These Chocolate Frosted Cannabis-Infused Christmas Cookies are not just your ordinary festive treats. They blend the rich, creamy indulgence of chocolate buttercream frosting with the unique twist of cannabis-infused dough. Perfect for those adult gatherings where a little extra cheer is on the menu!

Ingredients You'll Need:

For the Cannabis-Infused Cookie Dough:

• Cannabis Butter: 1 cup (follow our cannabutter recipe below)

• All-purpose Flour: 2 cups (heat-treated for safety)

• Brown Sugar: 1 cup, packed

• Granulated Sugar: 6 tablespoons

• Milk: 3 tablespoons

• Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons

• Salt: ½ teaspoon

• Mini Chocolate Chips: 1 cup

For the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:

• Unsalted Butter: 1 cup (room temperature)

• Powdered Sugar: 3-4 cups (sifted)

• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: 1/2 cup (sifted)

• Heavy Cream or Milk: 3-4 tablespoons

• Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon

• Salt: A pinch

  
  

Crafting the Cannabutter:

1. Decarboxylate Your Cannabis: Bake ground cannabis at 245°F for 30-40 minutes.

2. Infuse with Butter: Simmer the decarboxylated cannabis with butter on low heat for 2-3 hours.

3. Strain and Chill: Strain through cheesecloth and refrigerate until solidified.

   
   

Cookie Dough Instructions:

1. In a bowl, cream together the cannabis butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.

2. Add salt, milk, vanilla extract, and then the flour until just combined.

3. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

4. Refrigerate the dough for an hour.

   
   

Baking the Cookies:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Scoop golf-sized dough balls onto the sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

3. Let them cool before frosting.

   
   

Making the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:

1. Beat the butter until creamy.

2. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder.

3. Mix in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

4. Add heavy cream to reach the desired consistency.

5. Adjust salt or cream as needed.

   
   

Finishing Touch:

Spread or pipe the chocolate frosting onto the cooled cookies for a festive and indulgent finish.

Tips and Tricks:

• Ensure all ingredients, especially butter, are at room temperature for the frosting.

• Always sift powdered sugar and cocoa to avoid lumps in the frosting.

• Store leftover frosting in the refrigerator for up to a week.

  
  

These Chocolate Frosted Cannabis-Infused Christmas Cookies are more than just a treat; they're a conversation starter, perfect for your next holiday party. Enjoy responsibly and revel in the joy of the season with a twist!