DIY Boursin Cheese with Fresh Herbs
Add Preferred SourceBoursin cheese is a favorite for many, but buying it can be pricey. The great news? Making your own at home is easy and affordable. This homemade DIY Boursin Cheese version with fresh herbs has all the flavor you love and is simple to whip up anytime.
I first came across the idea of homemade Boursin a while back and, after some testing and tweaking, found the perfect balance of flavors. This version has the ideal mix of garlic and fresh herbs to make it irresistible. The best part? You can customize it to your liking, adjusting the garlic or herbs to create your ideal spread. Plus, it’s way more budget-friendly than store-bought!
Ingredients
- Butter – Salted or unsalted both work. Must be softened to room temperature or it won’t mix smoothly with the cream cheese.
- Cream cheese – Must be softened to room temperature or you’ll get lumps. Don’t try to microwave it soft—it’ll get too warm and watery.
- Fresh dill – Fresh dill only. Dried dill tastes completely different and won’t give the same bright flavor.
Fresh chives – Fresh chives only. Dried chives won’t add the same oniony brightness. - Fresh thyme leaves – Fresh thyme only. Strip the leaves from the stems. Dried thyme won’t work here—it’s too woody.
- Garlic clove – Fresh garlic only. Jarred garlic won’t give the same clean flavor and can turn bitter.
- Freshly ground black pepper
How To Make Homemade Boursin Cheese
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Add the softened butter and cream cheese to a food processor. If using a hand mixer, finely chop the herbs and garlic before mixing.
Add the chives, dill, thyme, and garlic to the processor. Blend until smooth and fully combined.
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Transfer the cheese to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage in the fridge. Serve at room temperature for the best flavor.
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are fully softened for a smooth texture.
- Fresh herbs work best for the brightest flavor.
- A touch of lemon zest can add an extra hint of tang.
- Make a larger batch and freeze portions for easy access whenever needed.
Herb Substitutions
Want to switch up the flavors or don’t love dill? Try these alternatives:
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh rosemary – just a pinch, this is a strong herb
- Fresh tarragon
- Fresh oregano
- Fresh basil
Serving Suggestions
Homemade Boursin isn’t just for spreading on bread. Use it on a charcuterie board, mix it into hot pasta for a creamy sauce, spread it on baked potatoes, or stir it into scrambled eggs for an upscale breakfast. Its versatility means it can enhance a variety of meals and snacks.
Storage
Keep your Boursin cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze in portions wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and placed in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using for the best texture and flavor.
DIY Boursin Cheese with Fresh Herbs
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh chives chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves remove the stems
- 1 small clove garlic minced
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place softened butter and cream cheese in a food processor (or mix with hand mixer after finely chopping herbs and garlic).
- Add chives, dill, thyme, and garlic. Blend until smooth and combined.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste; adjust as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or store in the fridge. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are fully softened for a smooth texture.
- Fresh herbs work best for the brightest flavor.
- A touch of lemon zest can add an extra hint of tang.
- Make a larger batch and freeze portions for easy access whenever needed.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.
