Description
This Homemade Boursin Cheese recipe is a flavorful, easy-to-make soft cheese spread perfect as a dip or addition to savory dishes. Made by blending cream cheese, butter, parmesan, and a blend of herbs and spices, it offers a creamy texture and rich taste without the need for cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature, 2 bricks)
- 8 ounces unsalted butter (room temperature, 2 sticks)
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried chives
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Combine Cream Cheese and Butter: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the room temperature cream cheese and unsalted butter. Mix well until smooth and fully incorporated, creating the creamy base of the Boursin cheese.
- Add Seasonings: Add the kosher salt, garlic powder, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, dried dill weed, dried marjoram, dried basil, dried chives, freshly ground black pepper, dried thyme, and dried parsley to the cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the herbs and spices throughout the cheese.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary to ensure the correct balance of flavor according to your preference.
- Serve: Serve the homemade Boursin cheese at room temperature as a dip with bread, crackers, or vegetables, or incorporate it into your favorite savory recipes for added flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easier and smoother mixing.
- You can customize the herb blend according to your taste preferences.
- Store leftover Boursin cheese covered in the refrigerator and bring back to room temperature before serving.
- This recipe does not require cooking or heating.
