How to Make Weed Cake: Easy Recipe (2026)

Weed cake (also known as space cake) is a cannabis cooking classic. Fluffy, sweet, and with a long-lasting effect that lets you enjoy a unique experience without the need to smoke.

🎬 Video: Step-by-Step Preparation

Learn by watching the real process with our video tutorial:

➕ Weed Cake Ingredients

For an 8-10 serving cake:

Cake base:
– 200g wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
– 150g sugar
– 3 large eggs (L)
– 100ml milk (or plant-based drink)
– 80g cannabis butter (see recipe)
– 1 packet baking powder (16g)
– Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
– 1 pinch of salt

For the glaze (optional):
– 100g icing sugar
– 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice

💡 Don’t have cannabis butter? Learn how to make it: How to Make Cannabis Butter

🚀 How to Make Weed Cake Step by Step

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients (10 min)

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C
2. Grease a cake tin with a little butter
3. Sift the flour with the baking powder and salt
4. Grate the lemon zest (only the yellow part)

Step 2: Mix the Batter (10 min)

1. Beat the eggs with the sugar until they double in volume
2. Add the melted cannabis butter (lukewarm)
3. Add the milk and lemon zest
4. Add the flour/baking powder mixture gradually, beating gently
5. Don’t overbeat: the batter should be smooth but not runny

Step 3: Baking (35-40 min)

1. Pour the batter into the prepared tin
2. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 180°C
3. Toothpick test: Insert a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, it’s done
4. If the top browns too much but the inside is raw, cover with aluminium foil
5. Let cool for 10 minutes before unmolding

Step 4: Glaze and Presentation (10 min)

1. Mix the icing sugar with the lemon juice until it forms a thick paste
2. Pour over the cooled cake
3. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before cutting

Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Active time: 30 minutes

📊 Dosage: How Much Butter to Use

Level	Cannabis Butter	Estimated THC per Serving	Effect
Beginner	40g	5-10mg THC	Mild relaxation
Intermediate	80g	15-25mg THC	Euphoria, body high
Advanced	120g	30-50mg THC	Deep sedation

Based on butter made with 15g cannabis at 18% THC per 250g of butter.

❌ Common Mistakes When Making Weed Cake

1. Using butter that’s too hot → Result: scrambled eggs. Solution: let the butter cool to lukewarm.
2. Overbeating the batter → Result: tough cake. Solution: mix gently.
3. Opening the oven too early → Result: cake collapses. Solution: don’t open until 30 min have passed.
4. Eating too quickly → Result: bad trip. Solution: wait 2 hours before having more.
5. Not calculating the dose → Result: unpredictable effects. Solution: use our THC calculator.
6. Baking at too high a temperature → Result: burnt outside, raw inside. Solution: 180°C max.
7. Not greasing the tin → Result: cake sticks. Solution: grease with butter and dust with flour.

✅ No-Bake Weed Cake

Don’t have an oven or prefer a quicker option?

1. Follow steps 1 and 2 for the batter
2. Instead of baking, cook in a bain-marie for 45-50 minutes
3. Or use an air fryer: 160°C for 25-30 minutes
4. The result is just as fluffy and delicious

Advantage: Ready in less time
Disadvantage: Slightly denser texture

📖 Vegan Weed Cake

For a 100% plant-based version:

Substitutions:
– Eggs → 3 tablespoons ground chia seeds + 9 tablespoons water (let sit for 10 min)
– Butter → Vegan butter or coconut oil
– Milk → Almond, oat, or soy milk
– Sugar → Make sure it’s animal-product free (some sugars aren’t)

The process is identical and the taste is practically the same.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How long does weed cake take to kick in?
Between 60 and 120 minutes after consumption. The digestive process delays THC absorption.

Can you freeze weed cake?
Yes, and it’s the best way to store it long-term (up to 4 months without losing potency).

How much THC is in each serving?
It depends on your dosage. With our intermediate recipe, each serving has about 20mg THC.

Can I use olive oil instead of butter?
Yes, but the flavour will be different and olive oil has a lower smoke point.

How long does weed cake last?
3-4 days at room temperature, 1-2 weeks in the fridge, and up to 4 months frozen.

Can I add fruit or nuts?
Of course! Banana, walnuts, or chocolate chips taste delicious. Add them at the end of mixing.

Why did my cake turn out hard?
Most likely you overbeat the batter or used the wrong type of flour.

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🎯 CANNABIS COOK’S QUICK GUIDE

📊 THC Calculator

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🌡️ Critical Temperatures

Phase	Ideal Temperature	⚠️ If You Go Over...	🔬 Why
Decarboxylation	105-115°C	You lose terpenes and flavour	THCA → THC occurs at 105°C
Infusion	60-80°C	You evaporate THC (>157°C)	THC degrades to CBN (more sedative effect)
Baking	160-180°C	You degrade all cannabinoids	Above 200°C THC is destroyed

💡 Pro tip: Invest in a digital kitchen thermometer. They cost €10-15 and make the difference between "it didn't hit me" and "perfect."

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🧬 Which Strain to Use? — Strain ↔ Recipe Pairing

Each dish calls for a different effect profile. Here's our recommendation:

Recipe	Desired Effect	Strain Type	🌱 PevGrow Recommendations
🍪 Cookies / Brownies	Relaxing, body high	Indica-dominant	Northern Lights, OG Kush, Granddaddy Purple
🎂 Cake / Muffins	Social, euphoric	Balanced hybrid	Blue Dream, Girl Scout Cookies, Wedding Cake
🫒 Oil (salads)	Creative, energizing	Sativa-dominant	Sour Diesel, Jack Herer, Green Crack
🧈 Butter (multi-use)	Balanced, versatile	50/50 hybrid	White Widow, Critical Mass, Amnesia Haze
🥛 Milk / Drinks	Mild, functional	CBD-rich or mild indica	CBD Therapy, Harlequin, Cannatonic

⚠️ Golden rule: If it's your first time cooking with cannabis, start with moderate THC strains (15-18%). Genetics over 25% are for expert cooks.

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⚠️ Bad Trip Prevention Checklist

Before taking a bite, review this:

• [ ] ✅ I've calculated my dose using the formula above
• [ ] ✅ I have some food in my stomach (more gradual effect)
• [ ] ✅ I won't mix with alcohol (multiplies intensity)
• [ ] ✅ I have 6-8 hours free ahead
• [ ] ✅ There's someone sober I can reach (your "co-pilot")
• [ ] ✅ I've labelled the final product "CONTAINS CANNABIS"
• [ ] ✅ I have water, snacks, and a relaxing playlist at hand

🆘 If You Feel It's Too Much...

1. Breathe — long pause (inhale 4s, hold 4s, exhale 6s, repeat 5 times)
2. CBD — CBD partially counteracts THC effects. A few drops of CBD oil help
3. Distract yourself — put on a light series, listen to calm music, lie down
4. Remember — no one has ever died from consuming cannabis. The bad time PASSES. In 1-2 hours you'll feel better

📞 Support line: If you need professional guidance, consult Energy Control (free and confidential service in Spain)

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📦 Storage: Maximize Potency and Flavour

Method	Duration	How
🌡️ Room temp (cool & dark)	3-5 days	Airtight container, away from direct light
❄️ Fridge (4°C)	2-3 weeks	Glass jar with lid, labelled
🧊 Freezer (-18°C)	3-6 months	Wrap individual portions in cling film + aluminium foil

🚫 Never microwave to defrost. Uneven heat degrades THC. Defrost at room temperature for 30-60 min.

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Article updated: May 2026