Homemade Boursin Cheese Spread
During the holidays there are so many parties and get-togethers to attend. One of my favorite foods to prepare and bring to any party is this homemade Boursin Cheese Spread.
I don't mind the actual Borusin Cheese you buy in those fancy little packages. They are delicious. The only problem is they are so darned expensive for such a tiny little package. And one little package is never enough!
Homemade Boursin Cheese Spread is so economical and the recipe makes a huge amount! You can take some to your party and keep some at home for nibbling later!
You do want to make this cheese spread several hours ahead of time so it has a chance for the flavors to meld together and for the cheese to setup. I decided to mold the cheese to make a nice presentation. You could also just put it in a nice serving bowl.
How do I mold Boursin Cheese?
- Use a small dish lined with plastic wrap.
- Fill the bowl with the cheese and then wrap the plastic wrap over the top and chilled for 2 hours.
- To remove the cheese, simply unwrapped the top, placed the cheese upside down on a plate.
- Remove the bowl and then remove the plastic wrap.
- Any imperfections on the cheese can be smoothed out with a knife or the back of a spoon.
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Boursin Cheese Spread
Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 8 ounces butter (softened)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl add cream cheese and butter. Mix until smooth.16 ounces cream cheese, 8 ounces butter
- Add minced garlic, Parmesan cheese and dried herbs.3 cloves garlic, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried dill weed, ½ teaspoon dried marjoram, ½ teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon dried thyme, 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
- Mix until well incorporated.
- Scoop cheese mixture into a bowl, cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours before serving.
To Mold Cheese
- Line a small bowl with plastic wrap.
- Fill bowl with cheese mixture.
- Cover cheese with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Remove from refrigerator and unwrap top of bowl.
- Invert bowl onto a plate. Remove bowl and then remove remaining plastic wrap
- Smooth out any rough spots with a knife or the back of a spoon.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or slice green onions.
Notes
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Aly says
Try this, Homemade Boursin cheese, bnls. chicken breast, a large chopped shallot, and bacon. I like to mix the Boursin with shallot and butterfly chicken breast. Place a finger of Boursin mix down the center and fold over the chicken breast. Wrap with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350 F until the internal temp. is 160 F. Remove to a platter and place the drippings into a pot and whisk in a tab. cornstarch mixed into 1/4 c. white wine. I also add a little homemade chicken stock if I want extra sauce. Cook until thickened. Easy dinner and a great brunch entree.
I try to use fresh herbs whenever I can making homemade Boursin cheese
Vicki says
Can you cut some of the butter or is two sticks necessary for texture? I love Boursin cheese but it’s way too expensive! Thank you for all the great recipes you post!
Kathy says
Hi Vicki,
I have only made the recipe as written. However, I think you could cut the amount of butter in half and still have a delicious spread!
Kathy 🙂
Nicole V says
Can you freeze Boursin?
Kathy says
Hi Nicole, I have not tried freezing this cheese before. I don't know if it would freeze well or not.
Thanks!
Karyl Henry says
I LOVE Boursin cheese, but you're right about the cost. And I had to stop buying it a couple of years ago, because I would literally eat the whole thing myself in a few days :)I had no idea it was so easy to make at home! Will have to make this for sure
Kathy says
This makes a big batch, so you'll be able to share! 🙂
Sara says
I seriously LOVE the idea of making this yourself! Full disclosure: I just discovered the magic of boursin cheese spread a couple of months ago. I would really rather make it on my own, though! So glad you shared this recipe!
Kathy says
You need to give this a try! It's super easy and soooo delicious!