Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe (2024)

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Homemade Boursin cheese is a delicious, easy to make spread or dip. This herbed spreadable cheese feels fancy but is effortless to make. Put some out the next time you entertain!

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Come the busy time of the year, I am all about making my life as easy as possible with quick and easy entertaining hacks.

Why complicate things even more with complicated recipes that will have you in the kitchen for hours?

No thanks.

I want quick and easy with one caveat: I want my food for entertaining and holidays to feel special and impressive.

And, of course, it must taste delicious!

This homemade Boursin cheese checks off all those boxes and is a winner for holiday entertaining or serving to company anytime of the year.

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What is boursin cheese?

Boursin cheese is a soft, creamy cheese that can come in a variety of flavors.

People often describe its texture and taste as similar to cream cheese.

François Boursin created the cheese in Normandy in 1957.

The first flavor was garlic and herb.

Well created is actually a bit of a stretch. What he did do was commercialize a very simple, very common French dish- fresh cheese mixed with herbs.

Since then, additional flavors include cranberry and spice, pepper, and shallot and chive.

For this recipe, I make a homemade version of the famous cheese using cream cheese and a delicious blend of herbs and spices.

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Ingredients

To make this herbed cheese spread you’ll need:

  • Cream cheese– Make sure to use full fat cream cheese for best flavor and let it soften on the counter prior to making this.
  • Butter– Use salted butter that you’ve let soften on the counter. If you use unsalted butter instead, you may have to add a pinch of salt.
  • Garlic– Mince it or press it.
  • Dried herbs– oregano, basil, thyme, chives, tarragon and parsley
  • Freshly ground black pepper

How to Make

Part of what I love about this recipe is just how easy it is!

To make it, just add all of the ingredients into a medium sized mixing bowl.

Then, use a hand mixer to whip them together until evenly combined and smooth.

Serve the soft cheese at room temperature with crisp vegetables, crackers, or other dippables- and you’re done!

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Serving Suggestions

You can serve this creamy, soft cheese with your favorite veggie sticks, like carrots, celery, or bell peppers.

You could also dip mushrooms, sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, or any other veggie you like.

Crackers and crusty bread are also great serving companions for this cheese.

Or you could spread the cheese evenly over a bagel or roll.

If you like, you can use this as a substitute for store bought Boursin cheese in your favorite recipes.

One of my favorites is my mashed potatoes with boursin cheese.

It goes great at holiday dinners or any meal when you really want to jazz up the mashed potatoes.

If you are serving this for a party, I recommend providing a variety of dippables including veggies and crackers.

The more variety you provide, the more likely you’ll please everyone there!

Storing

You can make this cheese ahead of time for a party or get together.

To store, spoon the cheese into an airtight container and place in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 weeks.

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Tips and Tricks

  • Allow the cheese and butter to come up to room temperature before mixing.
  • For best flavor, use freshly minced or crushed garlic.
  • You can easily double this recipe, just make sure you double all the ingredients.

Other Easy Dips and Spreads

This homemade Boursin cheese is my go to recipe for easy entertaining.

Make it the next time you need an easy elegant appetizer.

Looking for other easy dips and spreads?

Try these:

  • Delicious Dill DIp
  • Pesto Cream Cheese Spread with Sun Dried Tomatoes
  • Everything Bagel Dip

Looking for a little something sweet to serve too? This candied caramel apple cream cheese spread is the perfect addition to your table!

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Homemade Boursin Cheese

Homemade Boursin cheese is a delicious, easy to make spread or dip. This herbed spreadable cheese feels fancy but is effortless to make. Put some out the next time you entertain!

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Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch, Condiment, Snack, Spread

Cuisine: American, French

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 70kcal

Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

  • 1 8 oz pkg cream cheese softened
  • 1 stick salted butter softened
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried chives
  • 1/4 tsp dried tarragon
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl.

  • Using a hand mixer, whip them together until evenly combined & smooth.

  • Serve the soft cheese at room temperature with crisp vegetables and/or crackers.

Notes

  • Allow the cheese and butter to come up to room temperature before mixing.
  • For best flavor, use freshly minced or crushed garlic.
  • You can easily double this recipe, just make sure you double all the ingredients.

recipe adapted from A Family Feast

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 68mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 380IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

What kind of milk is in Boursin Cheese? ›

Boursin making: This triple-cream cheese is made with cow's milk, cream and flavored with herbs, garlic or pepper.

What can be substituted for Boursin Cheese? ›

I used 8 oz of cream cheese, 4 oz of butter, 1 cloves of garlic, 3 Tbsp shredded Parmesan, 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, and 1 1/2 tsp of the Italian Seasoning. It tastes just like that expensive Boursin in the supermarket!

What is Boursin Cheese made from? ›

Pasteurized Cultured Milk and Cream, Dried Garlic, Salt, White Pepper, Parsley, Chives. Contains: Milk.

How long will Boursin Cheese last? ›

For our Boursin Minis Shallot & Chive and Garlic & Fine Herbs, the shelf life in the fridge at a temperature of 1 to 4° C is 5 days. For Boursin Cuisine, this goes up to 10 days. For our other recipes, by sealing the packaging tightly, the cheese can be kept for a week.

Is Boursin a healthy cheese? ›

Boursin Cheese

This spreadable cheese is higher on the fat content (thus the spreadability) but remains low in calories. Spread some on fresh veggies for a filling snack. The original Boursin has 40 calories per ounce, but comes in a variety of flavors so be sure to read the labels.

Is Boursin basically cream cheese? ›

Boursin is a type of Gournay cheese that is soft, creamy, and slightly crumbly. François Boursin, a cheesemaker from Normandy, France, started adding garlic and herbs and it quickly became world renowned. This homemade Boursin recipe uses cream cheese as the base, rather than the classic Gournay cheese.

What is the original Boursin Flavour? ›

The first Boursin flavour, Garlic and Fine Herbs, was created in 1957 by François Boursin, a cheese maker from Normandy. Boursin's product was derived from a traditional party dish, fromage frais (French for "fresh cheese"); guests would take their cheese and add herbs for flavour.

Does Aldi do a version of Boursin? ›

Boursin Garlic & Herbs 150g | ALDI.

Is Brie and Boursin the same? ›

Brie is a classic soft cheese with a rich, creamy texture and a mild, slightly nutty flavor. Boursin is a French cheese with a similar texture to Brie, but with added herbs and spices for a more complex flavor profile.

What does Boursin mean in French? ›

(French bursɛ̃ ) noun trademark. a brand of soft white creamy cheese, often flavoured with garlic.

Do French people eat Boursin? ›

Finally, in 1963, François was satisfied with his authentic Gournay cheese and garlic creation, and he introduced it to the world. Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese was served at celebrations and gatherings throughout France, and it quickly became a household name.

What is the healthiest cheese for weight loss? ›

Since cottage cheese is high in protein and low in calories, it is often recommended for weight loss. Several studies indicate that eating high protein foods such as cottage cheese can increase feelings of fullness and help decrease overall calorie intake, which in turn may lead to weight loss.

Is it OK to freeze Boursin Cheese? ›

A: YES YOU CAN!

Is it safe to eat out of date Boursin? ›

Boursin typically keeps for about two weeks in the refrigerator after opening. However, if your Boursin is unopened, it should last up to four weeks past the sell-by date printed on the packaging (always double-check though).

Why is Boursin Cheese so good? ›

Why do I love Boursin so much? Let me count the ways. It has a punch of garlicky flavor so that a little goes a long way, and the herbs complement it beautifully for a simple snack if you spread it on or dip in crackers.

Is Boursin cheese made from goat milk? ›

No, Boursin cheese is Gournay cheese and Gournay cheese is cow's milk cheese. I get why you might have thought Boursin was goat cheese, though. It does look like a lot of soft chevre out there.

Is all Boursin dairy-free? ›

Both original and dairy-free Boursin have the signature seasonings: some form of garlic plus parsley and chives. That's where the similarities end. The original cheese is made with milk and cream. The vegan version—much like some of our favorite vegan ice creams and cheeses—replaces the dairy with some form of coconut.

What kind of cheese is laughing cow? ›

What is the Laughing Cow made of? The Laughing Cow is creamy and delicious because of its secret recipe that includes skimmed milk and a variety of cheeses (Cheddar, Gouda, Edam, Emmental, Comté …) melted and blended in a way similar to a cheese fondue.

Is Boursin really cheese? ›

Boursin is the brand name of a soft, creamy-style French cheese (called Gournay) that is flavored with various things.

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