Homemade Boursin Cheese with Fresh Herbs
Creamy and with just the right balance of garlic and herbs, this homemade Boursin Cheese is ready in minutes! Grab your herbs and food processor and before long you'll have a totally spreadable treat that's so good on, and in, so many things!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 202kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh chives chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 small clove garlic chopped
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the softened butter and cream cheese in the bowl of a food processor. You can use a stand or hand mixer, but you’ll need to very finely chop the herbs and garlic before adding.
- Add the fresh chives, dill, thyme (remove the stems) and chopped garlic to the food processor and pulse until smooth and everything is well chopped.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. A few twists of the pepper grinder should do, but adjust based on your preference.
- Taste the Boursin cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer your homemade Boursin cheese to a serving bowl, or, if you’re making it ahead, cover and store it in the fridge.
- Serve at room temperature and enjoy!
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Soften the butter and cream cheese before starting for a smoother texture and easier blending
- Use fresh herbs rather than dried; they provide a brighter and more vibrant flavor
- For an extra punch, add a tiny bit of lemon zest to enhance the fresh, tangy flavors
- Make a larger batch and freeze in portions for quick access to Boursin-style cheese whenever you need it
Nutrition
Serving: 3tablespoons | Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 762IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 0.1mg