Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe
A creamy, garlicky-herb cheese spread made with simple ingredients like cream cheese, butter, and fresh herbs. This easy homemade Boursin is rich, versatile, and even better than store-bought.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
The Creamy Base
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
The Fresh Herbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh dill optional, chopped
Flavor Boosters and Optional Add-Ins
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1/2 tsp salt or more to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon zest optional, for brightness
- red pepper flakes optional, for heat
Instructions
- Let cream cheese and butter soften at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Finely chop parsley, chives, and dill (if using).
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Fold in herbs and lemon zest.
- Transfer mixture into a ramekin or shape into a round with plastic wrap. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Serve with crackers, bread, or vegetables. Also pairs beautifully with roasted meats or as a pizza topping.
Notes
Homemade Boursin lasts up to 1 week in the fridge. For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese and butter, plus nutritional yeast for depth. Freeze in small portions if needed, though texture may change slightly.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.2mg
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