Description
This Homemade Boursin Cheese is a creamy and flavorful garlic and herb cheese spread that’s perfect for appetizers or snacks. Made with softened cream cheese, butter, Parmesan, and a blend of garlic and dried herbs, this easy no-cook recipe can be prepared quickly and chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully. Serve it with crackers, fresh veggies, or use it as a tasty spread for sandwiches and wraps.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon dried chives
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Cream Cheese and Butter: In a medium bowl, add the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter. Using a spoon or mixer, blend them together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
- Add Seasonings and Parmesan: To the creamy base, add grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried dill, dried chives, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Chill the Cheese Spread: Transfer the combined cheese mixture into a small serving bowl or spoon it onto a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a log or ball. Place it in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve the Boursin cheese spread with crackers, fresh vegetables, or use it as a spread on sandwiches and wraps for a delicious and savory addition.
Notes
- For a fresher and more vibrant flavor, substitute dried herbs with chopped fresh herbs, using about three times the quantity.
- Store the cheese spread tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
