Boursin Cheese Recipe
This homemade Boursin cheese recipe is creamy, garlicky, and packed with fresh herbs. Made with halal-friendly ingredients, it’s a simple and cost-effective spread that tastes even better than store-bought. Perfect with bread, crackers, or pasta!
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese full-fat, room temperature
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter room temperature
- 3 –4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese halal-friendly or omit
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh or dried dill weed
- ½ tsp dried marjoram
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp fresh chives finely chopped
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Let the cream cheese and butter soften at room temperature.
- In a medium bowl, whip cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Add minced garlic, parmesan (if using), and dried herbs. Mix well.
- Fold in fresh parsley and chives.
- Season with black pepper and a pinch of salt.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to a jar or bowl, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours.
- Serve with bread, crackers, or veggies.