Cheryl's Boursin Cheese Spread
Discover the creamy, herbaceous delight of Cheryl's Boursin Cheese Spread, a quick and easy homemade alternative to the classic French cheese. This luxurious spread combines softened cream cheese and butter with fresh garlic, parsley, chives, and a touch of dried dill for a vibrant, savory flavor profile. Hints of lemon zest add a zippy freshness, while a perfectly balanced mix of salt and black pepper enhances every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile appetizer is perfect for spreading on crackers, crusty bread, or fresh veggies. Whether you're hosting a party or treating yourself to a gourmet snack, Cheryl's Boursin Cheese Spread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser with a homemade touch!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp Fresh chives
- 1 tsp Dried dill
- 0.5 tsp Lemon zest
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Allow the cream cheese and butter to soften to room temperature for easy blending.
Step 2
Finely mince the garlic cloves and fresh herbs (parsley and chives).
Step 3
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Mix until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or a spatula.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic, parsley, chives, dried dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 5
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs to your preference.
Step 6
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (301.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1217.8 |
| Total Fat 126.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 73.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 353.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1317.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.7g | |
| Protein 15.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 270.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 429.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories