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Best Substitutes for Sour Cream — What to Use Instead
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Greek Yogurt: 1:1 — Best substitute — similar tang and thickness.
Cottage Cheese (blended): 1:1 — Blend until smooth. Good in baking.
Overview
Top substitute for sour cream: Greek Yogurt (1:1). Best substitute — similar tang and thickness. Plus 3 more alternatives.
Key Details
- Greek Yogurt: 1:1 — Best substitute — similar tang and thickness.
- Cottage Cheese (blended): 1:1 — Blend until smooth. Good in baking.
- Cashew Cream + Lemon: 1 cup cashew cream + 1 tbsp lemon juice — Vegan alternative with tang.
- Coconut Cream + Lemon: 1 cup + 1 tbsp lemon juice — Dairy-free option with tangy flavor.
Why This Matters
- Sour Cream is a common ingredient that may need substituting
- Dietary restrictions (vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free) may require alternatives
- Sometimes you simply run out of an ingredient mid-recipe
- Allergies or intolerances may necessitate a swap
How To
- 1Best overall substitute: Greek Yogurt at 1:1
- 2Consider the role of the ingredient (flavor, texture, binding, leavening)
- 3Test substitutes in small batches first
- 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
- 5Some substitutes work better in certain recipes than others
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The best substitute for sour cream is Greek Yogurt at 1:1. Best substitute — similar tang and thickness.