Description
Easy homemade Boursin cheese, bursting with fresh herbs and garlic. Creamy, flavorful, and perfect for spreading on crackers, bread, or adding to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
Instructions
- Soften the Cheeses: Ensure cream cheese and goat cheese are softened by leaving them at room temperature for at least an hour, or microwave in 15-second intervals until soft, being careful not to melt.
- Prepare Herbs and Garlic: Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh herbs. Finely chop the chives, parsley, tarragon, and basil. Mince the garlic as finely as possible.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and goat cheese together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the minced garlic, chopped chives, chopped parsley, chopped tarragon, chopped basil, dried thyme, dried rosemary, red pepper flakes (if using), black pepper, and salt to the bowl with the cheeses.
- Gently fold all the ingredients together until evenly distributed. Be careful not to overmix.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the cheese mixture and gently fold it in.
- Shape and Chill:
- Classic Log: Place cheese mixture on plastic wrap, form a log, wrap tightly, and twist ends to seal.
- Individual Balls: Portion into small balls and roll between palms.
- Spreadable Dip: Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and cheese to firm up.
- Serve: Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or baguette slices. Use as a filling, crumble over salads, spread on sandwiches, or add to pasta dishes.
Notes
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, wrapped tightly or in an airtight container.
- Herb Variations: Experiment with different herbs like dill, oregano, or marjoram.
- Spice it Up: Add more red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a spicier Boursin.
- Vegan Option: Use vegan cream cheese and goat cheese alternatives.
- Infused Oil: Infuse olive oil with garlic or herbs before adding.
- Add Nuts: Add toasted walnuts, pecans, or almonds for crunch.
- Too Soft: Add 1-2 tablespoons of powdered milk.
- Too Dry: Add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil or milk.
- Too Salty: Add 1 tablespoon of sour cream or plain yogurt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes