Jump to Recipe
Cannabis Cheesecake

Cannabis Cheesecake

Baking | Easy |
Prep 20 min
Cook 1 hr
Total 1 hr 20 min
Servings 12 pieces
Difficulty Easy
Ingredients 9

Ingredients

  • 1 kg 35.3 oz Quark (20% fat)
  • 4 piece 4 piece Eggs
  • 200 g 7.1 oz Sugar
  • 1 packet 1 packet Vanilla sugar
  • 100 g 3.5 oz Cannabutter (melted)
  • 1 packet 1 packet Vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 1 pinch 1 pinch Salt
📖
Cannabutter Guide Perfect butter = perfect brownies — Read the full guide →

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C) with convection. Grease a springform pan (10.5 inches / 26cm).
  2. 2
    Separate eggs. Beat yolks with sugar and vanilla sugar until fluffy.
  3. 3
    Stir in melted cannabutter (cooled, not hot!), quark, pudding mix, and lemon.
  4. 4
    Beat egg whites with salt until stiff. Fold in gently.
  5. 5
    Pour batter into pan. Bake 60–70 minutes until lightly golden and firm.
  6. 6
    Turn off oven, crack door open slightly. Let cake cool in oven for 1 hour (prevents cracks).
  7. 7
    Cool completely, then chill at least 4 hours. Dust with powdered sugar.

Pro Tips

  • Cool the cannabutter before adding to quark — heat damages the eggs.
  • Slow cooling in the oven prevents cracks on the surface.
  • Wring out quark in cheesecloth if very wet — makes the cake firmer.

Nutrition (estimated per serving)

280
Calories
14g
Fat
38g
Carbs
4g
Protein

Based on category averages. THC content depends on your strain and infusion method.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do edibles take to kick in?
Cannabis edibles typically take 30–90 minutes to kick in, depending on your metabolism, body weight, and whether you've eaten recently. Always wait at least 2 hours before consuming more to avoid overconsumption.
How do I calculate the THC dosage for Cannabis Cheesecake?
Use our THC Edibles Calculator to calculate the exact THC mg per serving based on your strain's potency and the amount of cannabis used. A common starting dose for beginners is 5–10 mg THC per serving.
Can I freeze Cannabis Cheesecake?
Yes, cannabis baked goods freeze well for up to 3 months. Wrap individual pieces tightly in cling film and store in a freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature for 1–2 hours before serving.
Can I replace cannabis oil with cannabutter in this recipe?
Yes, cannabutter and cannabis oil are interchangeable in most baked recipes. Use equal amounts by weight. Cannabutter tends to give a richer flavor, while cannabis coconut oil creates a lighter texture.
E
Recipe Author Emma Clarke Reviewed for correct dosing, preparation & flavor accuracy. Verified by James K., Editor-in-Chief.

Made this recipe? Rate it!

Thanks for your rating! 🙌

More Baking Recipes

View all Baking →