Strawberry Cough is a very unique and highly potent
strain of cannabis that resulted from crossbreeding a powerful Haze strain with
a sweet and pungent Strawberry Fields. It was discovered by former High Times cultivation
editor Kyle Kushman in a Connecticut grow room and has since spread around the
world. Boasting a distinct aroma and flavor profile, this highly pedigreed pot
inspired a cake recipe designed to evoke the Cough’s pronounced notes of
luscious ripe strawberries with a cannabis kick. Top it off with fresh whipped
cream, and voilà!
INGREDIENTS:
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 3.5 to 5 grams Strawberry Cough cannabis buds or leaves, ground
- 3 cups cake flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 eggs*
- 2 teaspoons lemon extract or vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk*
- 4 to 5 chopped strawberries
- Sliced strawberries, for serving
- Whipped cream, for serving
*For a vegan recipe, substitute 4 tablespoons applesauce for eggs and
- 1 cup soy milk for milk.
1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a wok or heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat
vegetable oil and ground cannabis over low heat. Simmer on low for 60 minutes
or until cannabis fiber is crunchy. Carefully tip pan and use metal strainer to
capture all the particulate while pouring oil into a glass measuring cup.
3. Mix cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar,
and salt together in large bowl. Add eggs, cannabis oil, extract, and milk,
blending with an electric mixer for 2 minutes on low. You want a batter with a
smooth consistency and no lumps. Add the chopped strawberries last.
4. Pour batter into a generously greased
9-by-3-by-5-inch loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes (5 to 10 minutes longer
for the vegan recipe). Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the middle.
If it comes out clean, the cake is done. It should be golden brown and spring
back gently when it’s touched. Avoid opening the oven door too many times while
checking.
5. Leave the cake in the pan to cool for 30 minutes.
Run a knife around edges to loosen, then gently transfer it onto a serving
plate. Enjoy with fresh sliced strawberries and whipped cream.