Staff Writer Who says cannabis and desserts can't go hand in hand? If you're someone who's got a sweet tooth and loves to try out new cannabis-infused recipes, then this article is just for you! Today, we've got not one, but three delicious gelato recipes that will take you on an ultimate dessert journey filled with sweetness and relaxation.
Before we dive into the recipes, let's go over the basics. What is cannabis-infused gelato? It's essentially gelato that's been made using cannabis-infused ingredients. This means that the dessert will not only be packed with flavor, but it'll also provide you with a dose of cannabis, which can lead to a range of benefits such as easing anxiety, reducing inflammation, and helping you sleep better.
Now, without further ado, let's get to the recipes!
1. Raspberry and White Chocolate Cannabis-Infused Gelato
Ingredients:
– 500ml heavy cream
– 300ml whole milk
– 5 egg yolks
– 200g caster sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
– 200g raspberries
– 200g white chocolate
– 10ml cannabis tincture
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine the heavy cream with the whole milk and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks with the caster sugar and vanilla essence until the mixture becomes light and frothy.
3. Slowly pour the heated cream mix into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat it up on low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens up.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine sieve.
6. Add the raspberries to the mixture and blend it together to form a smooth paste.
7. Melt the white chocolate in a separate bowl and mix it into the raspberry mixture.
8. Add the cannabis tincture to the mixture and give it a good stir.
9. Place the mixture in an ice cream maker and churn it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
10. Transfer the gelato to a container and freeze it for at least 2 hours before serving.
2. Chocolate and Mint Cannabis-Infused Gelato
Ingredients:
– 500ml whole milk
– 250ml heavy cream
– 5 egg yolks
– 200g caster sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
– 200g dark chocolate
– 20g fresh mint leaves
– 10ml cannabis tincture
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks with the caster sugar and vanilla essence until the mixture becomes light and frothy.
3. Slowly pour the heated milk mix into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat it up on low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens up.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine sieve.
6. Add the dark chocolate to the mixture and stir it until it melts.
7. Add the fresh mint leaves to the mixture and blend it together to form a smooth paste.
8. Add the cannabis tincture to the mixture and stir it well.
9. Place the mixture in an ice cream maker and churn it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
10. Transfer the gelato to a container and freeze it for at least 2 hours before serving.
3. Vanilla and Caramel Cannabis-Infused Gelato
Ingredients:
– 500ml whole milk
– 250ml heavy cream
– 5 egg yolks
– 200g caster sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
– 100g butter
– 200g brown sugar
– 125ml double cream
– 10ml cannabis tincture
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks with the caster sugar and vanilla essence until the mixture becomes light and frothy.
3. Slowly pour the heated milk mix into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat it up on low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens up.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine sieve.
6. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
7. Add the brown sugar to the butter and stir it until it dissolves.
8. Add the double cream to the mixture and continue to stir it until it thickens up.
9. Mix the caramel mixture into the gelato base until well combined.
10. Add the cannabis tincture to the mixture and give it a good stir.
11. Place the mixture in an ice cream maker and churn it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
12. Transfer the gelato to a container and freeze it for at least 2 hours before serving.
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