Craving a homemade edible that’s quick, indulgent, and easy? Cannabis chocolates are the perfect solution! These melt-in-your-mouth treats come together in just 30 minutes and require minimal effort. Whether you’ve got cannabutter, leftover flower, or a syringe of FECO/RSO, this recipe transforms your ingredients into rich, delicious chocolates. Let’s get started!
Table of Contents
- Recipe Features
- Why You Will Love This Guide
- Quick and Easy Cannabis Chocolates Recipe
- What You’ll Need
- Method #1: Infused with Oil or Butter
- Method #2: Infused With Decarbed Flower or Kief
- Method #3: Infused With Concentrates
- Method #1: Oil or Butter
- Method 2: Decarbed Flower or Kief
- Method 3: Concentrates
- Notes & Expert Tips
- Follow The Ratio
- Remain Patient
- Avoid Moisture To Prevent Seizing
- Be Careful Of The Microwave
- Special Instructions For Infusing With Tincture
- ⚠️ Warning
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Recipes You Will Love
Recipe Features
- Simple Ingredients: You really only need two things: melting chocolate and your cannabis infusion of choice.
- No Tempering Required: We are keeping this low-stress. You melt, infuse, mold, and enjoy—no complex temperature curves required.
- Want to make it easy? You can make this recipe with my Bliss Cooking Oil or Bliss Cannabutter.
Why You Will Love This Guide
I’ve heard from so many members of my Well With Cannabis Community who confess to being “lazy” when it comes to making edibles.
And honestly? I get it! Sometimes we just want a quick, easy, and effective option without the hassle.
That is exactly why I created this guide. We aren’t making chocolate from scratch here (though that is a fun project for another day). Instead, I’m showing you how to take high-quality premade chocolate, like chips or melting wafers, and infuse it simply and effectively.
I love this guide because it offers flexibility. I’ve broken it down into three distinct infusion methods:
- Cannabutter or Cannabis Oil: Perfect if you already have a jar in the fridge.
- Decarbed Flower or Kief: Great for using up what you have on hand.
- Concentrates (FECO/RSO): My personal favorite for a potent, shelf-stable treat.
This way, no matter which option you have on hand, it will be easy to make your own cannabis chocolates quickly and easily. Let’s get started!
Quick and Easy Cannabis Chocolates
Equipment
Ingredients
Method 1: Infused with Oil or Butter
- 6 ounces chocolate chips or melting chocolates
- 2 tablespoons Bliss cannabutter or cannabis oil
Method 2: Decarbed Flower or Kief
- 6 ounces chocolate chips or melting chocolates
- 1 gram decarbed cannabis flower finely ground
Method 3: Infused with Concentrates
- 6 ounces chocolate chips or melting chocolates
- 1 gram concentrate like FECO/RSO decarbed if needed
Instructions
- Fill the bottom portion of the double boiler with 1 cup of water. Add the top pan and place on the stove and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Once simmering, add the chocolate chips or wafers.
- Steam from the bottom pan will heat the chocolate in the top pan, allowing the chocolate to melt slowly. Stir occasionally until the chocolate is fully melted, about 5 minutes.
- If following method one – stir in your butter or oil; if following method two – stir in your decarbed kief or ground flower; if following method three – stir in your cannabis concentrates. Stir the chocolate mixture until all ingredients are well combined.
- Once everything is melted and combined, turn off the heat, remove the double boiler's top portion, and set it aside.
- If you plan on pouring the chocolate into molds, use a spoon or other similar tool to get the hot chocolate into your desired mold cavities.
- Gently tap the molds against the counter or other flat surfaces to release any remaining air bubbles.
- Place the chocolate-filled molds in the refrigerator or freezer for 15 minutes to set.
- After 20 minutes, pop the chocolates out of the molds and place them in a ziplock bag or other air-tight storage container.
- If you used method one, store your chocolates in the refrigerator or freezer. If you used method two or three, you could store it at room temperature for up to 1 week. If you don't plan on using them within a week, store them in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
- If you’re unable to measure 6 ounces, use 1 cup.
- Melting In The Microwave: This is OK – BUT – do not microwave the chocolate if your infusion option is in it – it could destroy your THC and other cannabinoids. Instead, melt the chocolate in the microwave and THEN stir in your infusion option of choice.
- Using Other Concentrates: If you are using cannabis concentrates instead of FECO/RSO, check this guide first to see if the concentrate needs to be decarbed.
- Using Alcohol-Based Tinctures: Find special instructions for working with alcohol-based tinctures in the post above.
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Nutrition
What You’ll Need
Let’s gather our supplies. You don’t need fancy equipment, but having the right base ingredients makes a huge difference.
- Premade Melting Chocolate: Options that work include chocolate chips, melting chocolates, and bars of chocolate. You can use standard chocolate chips, but I personally prefer melting wafers (sometimes called confectionery coating or candy melts). They are designed to melt smoothly and harden with a nice snap without needing to be tempered. High-quality chocolate bars work too!
- Cannabis-Infusion of Choice: this will depend on which method you pick. You should choose depending on what product you have access to.
Method #1: Infused with Oil or Butter
- Cannabutter or cannabis oil – your choice, but you only need one.
- Additionally, you can use either store-bought or homemade oils such as homemade CBD oil, CBG oil, CBN oil, store-bought CBD oil, CBG oil, or CBN oil if you are looking for specific wellness benefits.
- If you’re unsure what oil to use, check out my guide to understanding the many different types of cannabis oil.
Method #2: Infused With Decarbed Flower or Kief
- Ground, decarbed cannabis flower or decarbed kief – your choice, but you only need one. Kief is my preference here because it mixes in smoother than flower.
Method #3: Infused With Concentrates
- Cannabis concentrates like FECO/RSO, distillate, wax, shatter, and more. Your choice, but you only need one.
Method #1: Oil or Butter
This is the most popular infusion method I see being used in my Well With Cannabis Community, mostly because many of us already have a batch of infused butter or coconut oil sitting in the fridge. It’s a classic for a reason!
If you don’t already have these recipes prepared but want to use them, here are recipe guides to show you how to make them at home:
Step-by-Step With Photos
- Step 1 – Fill the bottom of a double boiler with water. Fill the top with your choice of chocolate, like chips or wafers.
- Step 2 – Allow the steam to melt the chocolate.
- Step 3 – Add your cannabutter or cannaoil and stir in well.
- Step 4 – Pour the chocolates into your mold of choice.
Pros & Cons of Using Butter
- Pro – a quick & easy infusion method.
- Pro – easy if you have cannabutter or cannaoil already made.
- Pro – a perfect option for microdosing.
- Con – the finished chocolates must stay refrigerated or frozen, they cannot be left at room temperature.
- Con – you must stick with the 1 cup chocolate, 2 tablespoons (or less) butter, or oil, ratio
How to Determine The Dose
Dosing can be tricky, but if you know the strength of your starting oil, the math is simple. If you use my Bliss Cannabutter or Bliss Cooking Oil – accurate dosing couldn’t be easier!
- Let’s say you use 2 tablespoons of cannabutter that contains roughly 75mg of THC total.
- If you pour that batch into a mold that makes 25 chocolates, you simply divide 75 by 25.
- Result: 3mg of THC per piece.
Method 2: Decarbed Flower or Kief
I love this method when I want the full-spectrum benefits of the whole plant. It’s rustic and effective.
Just remember: using kief will result in a smoother texture than ground flower, which can sometimes be a bit gritty in smooth chocolate.
This is a great way to reap the benefits of the whole plant and increase the potency in a way that can’t be done with butter or oil.
Keep in mind that using decarbed kief will likely result in a stronger, more potent infusion than using decarbed flower or trim. Be sure to dose according to your own personal tolerance.
Step-by-Step With Photos
- Step 1 – Fill the bottom of a double boiler with water. Fill the top with your choice of chocolate, like chips or wafers.
- Step 2 – Allow the steam to melt the chocolate.
- Step 3 – Add your decarbed kief or decarbed flower and stir in well.
- Step 4 – Pour the chocolates into your mold of choice.
Pros & Cons of Using Kief
- Pro: The absolute fastest method—no prior infusion time needed.
- Pro: These are shelf-stable! Since you didn’t add extra fat, they can be stored at room temperature (as long as it’s not too hot in your house).
- Pro: You can make these very potent by adding more flower/kief without messing up the chocolate’s texture.
- Con: The taste and texture of plant material can be off-putting to some. If you dislike the “weedy” taste, adding peppermint oil or using dark chocolate helps mask it.
Method 3: Concentrates
In my opinion, this is the gold standard for home cooks who want professional-style results.
Concentrates like FECO (Full Extract Cannabis Oil) or RSO (Rick Simpson Oil) are potent and typically have less plant material than flower, resulting in a smoother mouthfeel.
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Step-by-Step With Photos
- Step 1 – Fill the bottom of a double boiler with water. Fill the top with your choice of chocolate, like chips or wafers.
- Step 2 – Allow the steam to melt the chocolate.
- Step 3 – Add your cannabis concentrates and stir them in well.
- Step 4 – Pour the chocolates into your mold of choice.
Pros & Cons of Using Concentrates
- Pro: Produces the most professional texture and taste.
- Pro: These are shelf-stable and do not need refrigeration.
- Pro: You can create extremely potent chocolates easily.
- Con: Access to concentrates can be difficult depending on where you live.
Notes & Expert Tips
Over the years, I’ve learned a few tricks (sometimes the hard way!) that ensure my chocolates turn out perfect every time.
Follow The Ratio
If you are using Method 1 (Butter/Oil), please stick to the ratio of 1 cup melting chocolate to 2 tablespoons of infused fat.
If you add more oil than this, the chocolate simply won’t harden correctly. It will remain a gooey mess!
Remain Patient
Chocolate is sensitive. I always recommend heating it “low and slow.” If you rush it with high heat, the chocolate can scorch or become grainy. Take your time and enjoy the process.
Avoid Moisture To Prevent Seizing
Water is the enemy of melting chocolate. Even a tiny drop of water or steam getting into your bowl can cause the chocolate to “seize,” turning it into a hard, gritty, unworkable lump instantly. Make sure your bowls and spoons are completely dry before you start.
Additionally, do not add any ingredient that may contain water, such as honey, maple syrup, or vanilla extract.
Be Careful Of The Microwave
While I prefer a double boiler for control, you can use a microwave. However, do not microwave your cannabis infusion. High heat could destroy your THC and other cannabinoids and terpenes.
Instead, melt the chocolate in the microwave and THEN stir in your infusion option of choice.
Special Instructions For Infusing With Tincture
If you want to use an alcohol-based tincture like the Green Dragon or Golden Dragon, you cannot add it directly to the chocolate. The water content in the alcohol will seize the chocolate immediately.
The Fix: You must evaporate the alcohol first. Place the tincture in a heat-safe dish over a double boiler (ensure good ventilation and no open flames if using gas!). Let the alcohol evaporate until you are left with a thick, sticky oil (FECO). Then mix that oil into your chocolate.
⚠️ Warning
Be Careful. Take extreme caution when using a gas stove to evaporate the alcohol from a tincture, as the fumes are flammable. Ensure proper ventilation and common-sense safety measures are in place.
Follow these special instructions for making cannabis chocolates with alcohol-based tinctures:
- Fill the bottom portion of the double boiler with 1 cup of water. Place on the stove and bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, turn the heat off.
- Away from the stove or open flame, add the tincture to the top pan of the double boiler. Place the top pan atop the bottom pan.
- Carefully and slowly turn the stove back on to medium heat and allow 100% of the alcohol to evaporate from the tincture, stirring occasionally. The tincture will reduce in volume, leaving a thick, sticky black oil. No visible liquid should remain.
- When you are certain no liquid remains, add the chocolate chips or wafers to the top portion of the double boiler. Steam from the bottom pan will heat the chocolate in the top pan, allowing the chocolate to melt slowly. Stir occasionally until the chocolate is mostly melted, about 5 minutes.
- Pick back up at step 5 in the instructions below and follow the rest of the directions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely, you will need to work with CBD flower, CBG flower, or CBD oil, or CBG oil as your infusion option.
Yes, you can use any melting chocolate or chocolate chips that you want, ranging from milk chocolate, white chocolate, dark chocolate, and more.
No, because we are working with chocolate chips and melting chocolates that already have lecithin as an ingredient. You can learn more in my lecithin for edibles guide here.
This is called “bloom.” It happens when chocolate isn’t tempered perfectly or cools too slowly. It might look a little imperfect, but it is 100% safe to eat and will still get you medicated! Storing them in the fridge helps prevent this.
Chocolate chips are not designed to melt completely, as the producers want them to retain their shape when making, for example, chocolate chip cookies. Therefore, you may notice the chips not melting completely in the double boiler, and that is OK; they will still set in the molds just fine.
This is often due to humidity in the air. Ensure you are letting your chocolates set in a low-humidity environment. Additionally, you may notice this if you let your chocolates set in the refrigerator or freezer and then move them to room temperature.
Please see the Special Instructions For Infusing with Tinctures above.
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Hello, when making chocolate, and adding flower, how do you keep the flower from particles from being in the chocolate? You can’t possibly strain it.
Hi Dherbster. When incorporating flower into chocolate, the key is to ensure it’s finely ground to prevent noticeable particles. Using a coffee grinder or a similar device can achieve this. Hope this helps! Happy chocolate-making!
I do I figure out the milligram of my chocolate bar from using 1 cup choc and 2 tablespoons infused oil
Hi Bill. You need to know the strength of your cannabis oil or the cannabis you started with. You can determine the strength of your infused chocolates here: Free: The Most Accurate Edible Potency Calculator. I hope this helps!
Hi Emily. I’ve been trying to make chocolate bars using distillate and compound chocolate. I know that compound chocolate doesn’t need to be tempered but I’m still get bloom in my finished product. I’m melting my chocolate in the microwave and then adding the distillate (for 150mg bars). I mix it well and then pour it into a clean, dry, plastic mold. When I pop chocolate bars out they have bloom. What can I do to prevent this? Thank you
Hi Erin. One possibility could be the way you’re melting your chocolate. Even though microwaving is convenient, it can sometimes cause the chocolate to overheat, which can lead to bloom. Instead, try using a double boiler to gently melt your chocolate. This method provides more control over the temperature and ensures a more even heat distribution.
When adding your distillate, make sure it’s evenly mixed into the chocolate. Uneven distribution might affect the chocolate’s consistency and lead to bloom.
Lastly, after pouring the chocolate into the mold, consider placing it in the fridge to cool and set. This could help maintain a consistent temperature and prevent bloom from forming.
Making chocolate is both an art and a science, so don’t get disheartened if it takes a few tries to get it perfect. Keep experimenting and tweaking your process, and I’m sure you’ll get there! Let us know how your next batch turns out. ☺️
Hi Emily
I made cannabutter from your recipe, which is amazing. Can I use that butter to make your chocolate edibles?
Hi Lisa. I’m thrilled to hear that you made the cannabutter from our recipe and found it amazing! It’s fantastic to experiment with different ways to infuse cannabis into your edibles. And yes, you can absolutely use the cannabutter you made to make these chocolates. You can actually use the cannabutter is ANY recipe that calls for butter. Just replace 1:1. Happy baking!
Hi there, can I add food colouring/ gel to the infused white chocolate?
Hi Waheeda. Absolutely, you can add food coloring or gel to the infused white chocolate, but make sure to use oil-based food coloring as water-based coloring can cause the chocolate to seize up. Happy Infusing!
Can I melt my chocolates on the stove or do I have to use the double bowler method so it doesn’t ruin my butter?
Hi Thebaker! Great question. While you can technically melt your chocolates on the stove directly, using the double boiler method is highly recommended to avoid overheating and potentially burning both the chocolate and the infused butter. Direct heat can cause the chocolate to seize up, making it difficult to work with, and may also degrade the cannabinoids in your infused butter.
The double boiler method allows for gentle, even heating, which is ideal for maintaining the quality and potency of your cannabis-infused chocolates. If you don’t have a double boiler, you can easily create one by placing a heatproof bowl (such as glass or stainless steel) over a pot of simmering water, ensuring that the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
So, while it’s possible to melt the chocolate directly on the stove, using a double boiler (or a makeshift one) will provide better results and help preserve the integrity of your infused butter. Happy chocolate-making, and enjoy your delicious treats!
Hi Emily,
Thanks soo much for your recipe is simple yet worked brilliant.
I added popping candy and peppermint to mine which increased the volume of chocolate I ended up with but because of strength of my cannabutter it’s still mind blowing. ???
Just a quick question though, How long does the chocolate stay ok for refrigerated?
Hi Kam. The chocolate should last few a few weeks in the refrigerator, but since they are made with butter, the shelf life will be based on the butter. Make sense?
Can you add extra infused oil to make your chocolate stronger
Hi Paul. You can definitely add extra oil in, but the chocolate may not solidify fully depending on how much extra you add. You can always use less chocolate for stronger servings as well. We recommend making a stronger oil to begin with for a more potent final product. I hope this helps!
I was just wondering do you ship to Canada, Nova Scotia?
Hi Anna. We are only shipping within the United States at this time. We hope to see the day when our borders open up to cannabis!
Just want to thank you for your website and info. I’m an 85 year old guy whose been using cannibus for 8 years for pain and sleep help. Must have spent $1000 on different methods to get THC into my system. My Medical Marijuana Doc advised me to start using edibles rather than vaping or smoking. One of the first to get approved for medical marijuana in Oregon. It’s been a long journey. Would not have been able to make the journey without YouTube. The YouTubers must be getting paid for how long they can drag on their videos. What you have done for me is simplify the process. I’m growing two plants a year which provides about 2 pounds of bud and 2 pounds of leaf. You have been a big help in giving advice for using my leaf for edibles and my bud for smoking. This is just a THANK YOU for no nonsense recipes and tips. I almost fell for a $300 decarb and infusion machine. My Instant Pot, from your advice, does a much better job, IMHO.
Hi Tippy. This is wonderful to hear and it brings a smile to mine and Emily’s face! We are all about making things simple. The world of cannabis is confusing enough and edibles don’t have to be that way! We appreciate your kind words and continued support. Sending you all the good vibes for your journey! ??
Thank you for all the good info you provide it is much appreciated. I have a question on the chocolates, the ratio for chocolates (6oz) when you’re making it with FECO says 1gm but FECO is liquid and I can’t convert grams to milliliters. Please advise. Thank you in advance
Hi Melody. Great question. 1ml of FECO is recommended for 6oz of chocolates. ☺️
I want to make soft chewy caramels…just melt caramel candys with infused butter and remold?
Hi Heather. You can try that! I recommend trying a small batch, maybe without the cannabis, to ensure you’re happy with the final results. Enjoy!
Using shatter, can I incorporate these chocolates in a hot chocolate bomb
Hi Chris. Yes, you’ll want to decarboxylate the shatter first and while its warm, add it into warmed chocolate and stir well for even distribution. When you’re ready to make Hot Cocoa Bombs, you’ll take that chocolate and use as chocolate chips that the recipe calls for, which involves melting back down. ? Happy Infusing!
Is distillate the best oil to use for making chocolate edibles?
Thanks Matt
Hi Matt. Distillate is extremely easy to work with, but only contains a single cannabinoid and lacks terpenes. You don’t get the true potential of health benefits, but you have more control over the taste and aroma. It depends on what your expectations are for your edibles experience.
Can MCT oil be used in place of Cannabutter? If so, how much for a doubled batch?
Hi Angela. You can absolutely use MCT oil, but the same guidelines follow. You must stick with the 1 cup chocolate, 2 tablespoons (or less) oil ratio and finished chocolates must stay refrigerated or frozen, cannot be left at room temperature. If you want them to be double strength, you’ll need to re-infuse your MCT oil. I hope this helps!