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Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe
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Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe

This Homemade Boursin Cheese is a creamy blend of whipped cream cheese combined with finely minced garlic and an aromatic mix of dried herbs. It mimics the classic spreadable cheese with fresh herb flavors and a garlicky finish perfect for appetizers or snacks.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 15 servings
Calories: 50 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces cream cheese whipped
  • 1 garlic large clove
2 scant teaspoons each:
  • parsley dried
  • oregano dried
  • marjoram dried
  • tarragon dried
  • thyme dried
  • chives dried
  • sage dried
  • basil dried

Instructions

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  1. You can do this in a food processor or by hand. For the processor, process the garlic first until it is finely minced, then add the cheese and herbs and process until creamy.
  2. By hand, mince the garlic as finely as possible, and then mix everything together in a large bowl.
  3. Put the cheese into an airtight jar or container and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
  4. Plan to use your homemade Boursin cheese within two weeks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 50kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 73mg (3%) Potassium 31mg (1%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 305IU (6%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 50

% Daily Value*

Calories 50kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 73mg 3%
Potassium 31mg 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 305IU 6%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.