Weed for Hanukkah: 6 Infused Foods For A Heightened Celebration

Hanukkah is a time for tradition, family, and, of course, delicious food. This year, why not add an extra “elevated” touch to your holiday meals with cannabis-infused recipes? Whether cooking for a crowd or just looking to add a fun twist to your celebration, these infused dishes will impress.

1. Latkes (potato pancakes)

These fried potato pancakes are delicious on their own (not to mention, a New York deli staple), but infusing them with cannabis can take your holiday feast to new heights. Here are some simple steps to follow:

Fry the latkes: Prepare and fry your latkes as usual, using regular oil. Avoid frying in infused oil, as high heat can degrade cannabinoids and waste the infusion.

Infuse the oil: Separate from frying, make your own canna oil following The Travel Agency’s infusion guide.

Drizzle or dip: Once your latkes are crispy, drizzle the infused oil over them for a precise dosage. Alternatively, mix the infused oil into your applesauce or sour cream for a heightened topping.

Dosage tips: Start with 1-2 teaspoons of infused oil per serving. Follow our infusion guide to calculate precise dosing. It’s easier to add more than to adjust after over-infusing.

2. Brisket with infused gravy

Brisket is a classic holiday dish, and when paired with a cannabis-infused gravy, it becomes the perfect savory, elevated treat. Here’s how to infuse your gravy without losing rich flavors or potency.

Cook the brisket: Prepare your brisket using your preferred method — slow-roasting in the oven is a Hanukkah classic, but braising or smoking are great, too. Season it to taste and cook it until it is tender and flavorful.

Make the gravy: Once the brisket is cooked, use the drippings to make a rich, flavorful gravy. Deglaze the pan with broth, wine, or water, and reduce it to your desired consistency.

Infuse the gravy: After the gravy has cooled slightly, stir in your infused oil. Wait until it’s off the heat to prevent the cannabinoids from degrading at high temperatures. Start with 1 to 2 teaspoons of infused oil per serving, and adjust based on your desired potency.

3. Jelly donuts

Jelly donuts (sufganiyot) are a classic and festive indulgent treat. And infusing them with cannabis is a simple way to elevate this classic dessert. Here’s how:

Grab your favorite donuts: Pick up a dozen fresh jelly donuts from your favorite bakery to make things easy. Make sure they’re warm or at room temperature for better honey absorption.

Infuse with honey: Drizzle about one teaspoon of Chef For Higher Honey over each donut just before serving. The honey enhances the sweetness without overpowering the jelly. There’s 10 mg of THC per teaspoon of Chef For Higher honey, so adjust for your preferred serving size.

Extra touch: For a more luxurious texture, lightly warm the infused honey before drizzling it over the donuts. This will help it soak in better and give the donuts a rich, smooth finish.

Optional: If you’re feeling particularly ambitious, you can make the donuts yourself and fold a little of the honey into the jelly (or other delicious) filling.

4. Infused gelt (coin-shaped chocolates)

Gelt is the Yiddish word for “money,” and these coin-shaped chocolates, often wrapped in a gold or silver foil to look like currency, can get the special edibles treatment for Hanukkah. Infusing chocolate gelt with cannabis is a fun way to elevate your holiday treats. Here’s a simple process:

Melt the chocolate: Use high-quality chocolate chips or bars. For a more straightforward process, consider melting down pre-infused cannabis chocolate bars instead of adding cannabutter. If you’re using regular chocolate, melt it with 1 to 2 tablespoons of cannabutter or infused coconut oil.

Add flavor (optional): Stir in vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor. Get creative here — the sky’s the limit.

Pour into molds: Pour the melted chocolate into coin-shaped molds or onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in roughly half-dollar size drops.

Set the chocolate: Let the chocolate cool at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes until firm.

Serve and store: Once set, remove the chocolates from the molds and store them in an airtight container. Be sure to label them clearly as infused.

Dosage Tip: Start with 1-2 teaspoons of infused cannabutter per batch for a mild dose. You can always adjust the amount of cannabutter to suit your preference. 

5. Infused Snickerdoodle cookies

Snickerdoodle cookies are a warm, cinnamon-sugar classic perfect for the holiday season. Adding cannabis-infused butter gives these cookies an extra twist for a festive, elevated treat.

This one is straightforward: make the snickerdoodle dough using your usual recipe, substituting regular butter with cannabutter. For a hands-on Hanukkah twist, grab a Hanukkah-themed cookie cutter from your favorite local baking supply shop.

Tip: Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving. This allows the infused butter to settle and ensures the cookies have perfect texture.

6. Manischewitz Sangria

This playful twist on traditional sangria uses Manischewitz grape juice, the sober cousin of the famed sweet wine from the same company. This nostalgic base is perfect for the Jewish holidays and makes a great backdrop for an infused mocktail that will have everyone talking.

Infuse the drink: In a large pitcher or bowl, combine the Manischewitz grape juice, brandy, orange liqueur, lime juice, and your desired dose of the Ayrloom Beverage Enhancer Drops. Stir well to combine. Start with one dropper of the Enhancer Drops and adjust based on your desired potency.

Add the fruit: Slice your favorite fruits like oranges, apples, and berries and drop them into the pitcher. Let the mixture sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight is even better) to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve: Fill glasses with ice, pour the sangria over, and top with a splash of club soda or sparkling water for a fizzy finish. Garnish with extra fruit if desired.

Elevate Your Hanukkah with The Travel Agency

Get all the ingredients for your infused holiday treats at The Travel Agency, your go-to source for high-quality cannabis-infused products. From quality flower options for cooking to pre-infused honey and beverage enhancers, we’ve got everything you need to make this Hanukkah extra special. And while you’re at it, be sure to check off your gift list when you stop in. Best wishes for a flavorful and elevated Hanukkah.