How to Make THC & CBD Gummies at Home (Without Screwing It Up)

I started making my own weed gummies after one too many mystery doses from friends—one gummy did nothing, the next had me contemplating the secrets of the universe from under a blanket. Even store-bought edibles can feel like a roll of the dice.

That’s why I started DIY-ing my own: full control over flavor, strength, and ingredients. No weird additives. No guessing games. Just reliable, mellow results and a stash that actually makes sense.

Turns out? Making THC or CBD gummies is easier than you’d think. You set the dose. You pick the flavor. You skip the questionable “blue raspberry diesel” aftertaste.

Here’s my go-to method—refined through trial, error, and one batch that inexplicably came out spicy.

• Tincture or infused oil
  This is your starting point. THC, CBD—whatever you’ve got. I use MCT Oil, but Coconut Oil is also a good option
  👉 Heads up: If you're infusing your own oil, you’ve gotta decarb your flower first. 240°F for 30–45 minutes. No decarb = no effect = sad gummies.
  
  
• Unflavored gelatin
  The texture MVP. If you’re going vegan, Agar works... sorta. It’s squishier. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
  
  
• Juice
  Pick a juice that actually tastes good. I’ve used mango, pomegranate, and cherry—acidic ones can mess with the set. (Lemon? Great in theory, disaster in practice).
  
  
• Sweetener (optional)
  I don’t always use one, but if I do, I go with honey or agave. Maple syrup is great if you want them to taste like a Vermont brunch.
  
  
• Lecithin (optional but helpful)
  It makes the oil blend better. I’ve skipped it before and regretted it.
  
• Molds + dropper

Silicone is best. Bonus points if yours are shaped like little dinosaurs or bats. Dropper makes it less messy (unless you’re me, then it’s still messy).

Here’s the ingredient combo I use to get 20 gummies at ~50mg each (based on ¼ cup of infused oil). It’s the sweet spot for texture, flavor, and strength—and you won’t need a chemistry degree to make it work:

🛒 Ingredients

• ¾ cup fruit juice (non-acidic like mango, cherry, or apple work best)
  
  
• 1 oz unflavored gelatin (4 standard Knox packets)
  
  
• 1–2 tbsp sweetener (optional — honey, agave, maple syrup)
  
  
• ¼ cup THC-infused oil (from 7–9g of high-quality flower)
  
  
• ½ tsp soy or sunflower lecithin (for better oil distribution)
  
  

You can adjust the sweetener or juice slightly depending on your taste, but the structure holds up great with this mix. Now let’s get to it.

1. Warm your juice
   Don’t boil it. Just heat until it’s cozy enough to melt stuff into.
   
   
2. Whisk in the gelatin
   Stir like your life depends on it. Lumps are the enemy.
   
   
3. Remove from heat, then add your oil.
   Otherwise, you’re just cooking away the part you paid for. Don’t be that person.
   
   
4. Whisk like hell
   This step matters more than you think. You want that oil fully blended—not just floating on top like it pays rent. Lecithin helps, but it’s your whisking arm doing the real work. Keep going until everything’s smooth and uniform. If the oil’s still drifting? Keep whisking. Whisk like your gummies depend on it—because they absolutely do.

Have your dropper and molds ready and close by—once it’s mixed, you’re racing the clock

5. Pour into molds
Work fast. It sets quicker than you think. I always spill at least once—just roll with it.

6. Refrigerate
Half an hour, minimum. I usually forget about them and rediscover them later like a stoned squirrel.

• Know your oil’s potency (mg/mL)
• Know how much you’re putting in
• Do the math before you get high
  
  

Example:
You use 1 mL of 1000mg THC oil = 1000mg total.
Divide that into 20 gummies = 50mg each.

*If you don’t know the strength of your flower:
-Assume 15–20% THC flower
-Use 7–9 grams of flower, decarb it, and infuse into ½ cup oil
-Use ¼ cup (4 tbsp) of that oil in your gummy recipe for 50mg x 20 gummies

50mg is a nice buzz for me, but could be too much for you. Know your limit. And if you don’t; start low. Seriously. Take half, if you are not experienced. You can always take more (give it 30-45min); you can’t un-take one once you're on the couch talking to your ceiling fan.

• Add herbal tea with your juice base (chamomile + apple is elite)
• Dust with sugar + citric acid for sour gummies
• Mix in mashed fruit for texture and color
• Add a pinch of sea salt—it works weirdly well with strawberry
• Try ginger + pear for a cozy vibe, or blueberry + lavender for something a little bougie
• Use citrus zest (like orange or lime) to brighten mellow flavors

Experiment with combos you love. Once you’re confident in the process, your gummies can be as wild or classic as your cravings—go fancy, go nostalgic, go full Willy Wonka. You’ve got this.

Keep them in a sealed container in the fridge. They’ll last about two weeks, unless you have friends who “stop by” a lot.

If your gummies start sweating or looking weird, go ahead and toss them. No preservatives means they won’t last forever—and honestly, that’s the whole point.

You’ve got this. It’s easy, affordable, and surprisingly satisfying to make something that actually works—on your terms. Once you dial in your favorite flavor and dosage, you’ll never look at mystery gummies the same way again.

Start low, stay curious, and always have snacks within reach.