Homemade Boursin Cheese with Fig, Walnut, and Thyme

Amy Hand

Amy Hand

Amy worked as the head pastry chef at multiple restaurants in South Africa. She now shares her professional insights about cooking and kitchen tools here at The Skillful Cook.

Boursin cheese is a delicious spread that is very easy to make at home. This version is sweet, nutty, and herbaceous.
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This Homemade Boursin cheese is a delicious, fresh version of a shop-bought favorite.

The original Boursin cheese was created by François Boursin created in Normandy in 1957. It is a soft cheese with a similar texture to cream cheese that is flavored to create a delectable dip or spread.

This Homemade Boursin cheese is a delicious, fresh version of a shop-bought favorite

The first flavor available was garlic and herb, but more flavors have been added since its inception.The great thing about making this cheese spread at home is that you can flavor it with whatever you like.

In this recipe, we have added walnuts, thyme, and dried figs to create the perfect homemade Boursin.

the perfect homemade Boursin

The walnuts add a warm nuttiness, the thyme contributes earthy, herbaceousness, and the figs have a hit of sweetness to balance it all out.

Why you will love this Boursin Cheese recipe…

  • Interesting flavors- It’s sweet, nutty, and earthy.
  • Beginner-friendly– No complicated ingredients or equipment are needed and it takes just 15 minutes to make.
  • Versatile– It can be served as a dip, spread, or topping.
  • Adjust to taste- Control the flavors by adding more or less of each ingredient.
  • Great for entertaining- This will be a hit at any gathering.
Why you will love this Boursin Cheese recipe

Homemade Boursin Cheese with Fig, Walnut, and Thyme

Boursin cheese is a delicious spread that is very easy to make at home. This version is sweet, nutty, and herbaceous.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Servings 6
Calories 252 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup dried figs
  • ¼ cup toasted walnuts
  • 1 ½ tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1-2 tsp honey

Instructions
 

Ingredients

  • Homemade Boursin Cheese Ingredients
  • Finely chop the dried figs and toasted walnuts. Strip the thyme leaves from their stems and mince the garlic.
    Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe Instruction - Finely chop the dried figs and toasted walnuts
  • In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula.
    Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe Instruction - beat the softened cream cheese and butter
  • Stir in the figs, walnuts, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
    Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe Instruction - Incorporate the Flavors
  • Taste the mixture. If you want a sweeter profile, add 1-2 teaspoons of honey and mix again.
  • Scoop the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap, shaping it into a small ball or log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
  • Unwrap and place the Boursin cheese on a serving platter. Garnish with extra thyme leaves, a drizzle of honey, or a few walnut pieces for a pretty presentation.
    Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe Instruction - Unwrap and place the Boursin cheese on a serving platter

Nutrition

Calories 252kcal (13%)Carbohydrates 8g (3%)Protein 3g (6%)Fat 24g (37%)Saturated Fat 13g (81%)Polyunsaturated Fat 3gMonounsaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0.3gCholesterol 58mg (19%)Sodium 314mg (14%)Potassium 123mg (4%)Fiber 1g (4%)Sugar 5g (6%)Vitamin A 767IU (15%)Vitamin C 1mg (1%)Calcium 57mg (6%)Iron 0.4mg (2%)
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Serving Suggestions

This homemade Boursin cheese is delicious when spread on crusty bread or crackers. It’s also excellent paired with cured meats, fresh fruit, and other cheeses on a charcuterie board.

You can also use it as a creamy topping for baked chicken or a roast potato.

🧑‍🍳 Expert Tips

  • Toast the walnuts. Pop them on an oven tray at 350°F for a few minutes to bring out the flavor. Keep a close eye on them so they don’t burn.
  • Make substitutions. Swap out the walnuts for almonds or pecans. You can also swap out the dried figs for dried cranberries or apricots.
  • Don’t overmix. If using a hand blender be careful not to mix for too long or it will cause your cream cheese to go watery.
  • Taste as you go. This way you can adjust the flavors and seasoning.
This homemade Boursin cheese is delicious when spread on crusty bread

Storage Suggestions

  • To store- Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Boursin cheese FAQs

What kind of cheese is Boursin?

Boursin is a brand name of a French cheese known as Gournay. It has the texture of cream cheese and its flavors with various ingredients.

What is a healthy substitute for Boursin cheese?

Smooth cottage cheese is a slightly healthier option than using cream cheese for homemade Boursin.

Amy Hand
About the author
After finding the chef life a little too high-paced, Amy decided to take her cooking skills and use them to teach others through food writing. She uses her knowledge as a pastry chef and experience as a head chef to write articles that are engaging and helpful while being as entertaining as possible.

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