Sour cream adds tang and moisture to dips, baked potatoes, tacos, and batters. Whether you ran out mid-recipe or need a dietary swap, here are the best substitutes for sour cream, with exact amounts.
Use: 1:1 for 1 cup sour cream
Swap directly; full-fat is closest.
Higher protein, less fat, same tang.
Use: 1:1 for 1 cup sour cream
Swap directly.
Richer; will not curdle when heated.
Use: 1 cup, blended smooth for 1 cup sour cream
Blend until completely smooth.
Higher protein dupe for dips.
The best all-round substitute is Greek yogurt: use 1:1 for 1 cup sour cream. Swap directly; full-fat is closest. Higher protein, less fat, same tang.
Yes. Use 1:1 for 1 cup sour cream. Swap directly. Richer; will not curdle when heated.
Gluten-free options: Greek yogurt, Crème fraîche, Cottage cheese, blended.
Use 1 cup, blended smooth. Blend until completely smooth.
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