🍪 How Cannabis Ghee Became My Go-To Ingredient for Better Sleep and Better Cookies

Like many women navigating life after 60, I’ve spent years searching for better sleep. I’ve tried everything: magnesium supplements, nighttime teas, white noise apps, even prescription medications. Some worked—briefly. Most didn’t.

Then I rediscovered something I’d written off years ago: cannabis edibles.

But not the kind you might remember from college days. Today’s edibles are more refined, more consistent—and when made with the right fat, they’re a game-changer. That’s how I found myself baking with cannabis ghee, and how a single cookie became part of my nightly self-care ritual.

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🧈 Why Ghee > Butter for Edibles

If you’re not familiar, ghee is a form of clarified butter that’s been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It’s butter with the milk solids removed—making it lactose-free, shelf-stable, and richer in flavor.

What I didn’t know until recently is that ghee binds incredibly well to cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Better than butter. Better than oil. This makes for a more potent, smoother infusion—and a cookie that doesn’t taste like lawn clippings.

It also digests easier and has a higher smoke point, so you avoid that burned, bitter aftertaste common in many DIY edibles.

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🇨🇦 Discovering Betty Butter

When I started searching for ghee-based cannabis options in Canada, I found Betty Butter—a small-batch, handcrafted cannabis-infused ghee made right here in Vancouver.

Their focus on wellness, clean ingredients, and full-spectrum THC instantly appealed to me. This wasn’t about getting high. It was about relaxation, sleep, and mindful enjoyment. The packaging was beautiful, the dosing clear, and the flavor? Buttery and rich, with zero bitterness.

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🍪 A 15mg THC Cookie That Actually Tastes Good

The first recipe I tried was their 15mg THC Chocolate Chip Cookie. It uses a precise dose of Betty Butter per cookie, making it easy to control your intake. I baked a batch and tried one that evening—paired with my usual peppermint tea and a cozy blanket.

The result? Gentle relaxation, no grogginess, and the best sleep I’d had in weeks.

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🔍 Dosage Tips for Beginners

If you’re new to edibles—or returning after a long break—here’s what I’ve learned:

• Start low: Half a cookie (about 7.5mg THC) is often enough for beginners.

• Wait it out: Edibles can take 60–120 minutes to kick in. Don’t redose too soon.

• Make it a ritual: I bake a batch, freeze most, and enjoy one a few nights a week before bed.

Also: label your stash and keep it far away from grandkids or curious pets.

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🧘‍♀️ Cannabis, Menopause & Sleep

One of the most surprising benefits of edibles for me has been support for sleep and hormonal balance after menopause. THC helps quiet the mind and reduce anxiety, while the fat in ghee slows absorption, creating a longer-lasting, more gentle effect.

Instead of waking up at 2 a.m. with racing thoughts, I’m now able to sleep through the night and wake up without the fog of traditional sleep aids.

It’s not just about “getting high.” It’s about getting rest.

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🔗 Final Thoughts: Elevate Your Edibles

Whether you’re curious about cannabis for anxiety relief, stress management, or simply want to bake something that actually works, cannabis ghee is a revelation. It tastes better, digests better, and makes DIY edibles safer and more effective.

And if you’re looking for a trusted source in Canada, Betty Butter is my go-to. It’s handcrafted, wellness-focused, and beautifully dosed for real-life use.

If you want to try the cookie that changed my nightly routine, the recipe’s waiting at bettybutter.to 👉 15mg THC Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

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About the Author

Sharon Dever is a wellness writer and cannabis advocate living in Vancouver. She explores plant-based approaches to post-menopausal health, stress management, and self-care through edible recipes and honest storytelling. Follow her work at bettybutter.to.