Sour cream substitutes

To replace 1 cup sour cream, use 1 cup plain Greek yogurt. The easiest swap for dips, toppings and baking. Slightly tangier.

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Sour cream substitutes

For 1 cup sour cream, use:

  1. 1

    1 cup plain Greek yogurt

    The easiest swap for dips, toppings and baking. Slightly tangier.

  2. 2

    1 cup crème fraîche

    Richer and milder, and it won't curdle when stirred into hot sauces.

  3. 3

    1 cup cottage cheese blended with 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    Blend until smooth. Good in dips and casseroles.

Good to know about swapping sour cream

Stir yogurt into hot dishes off the heat, because it can split when boiled.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I use instead of sour cream?

To replace 1 cup sour cream, use 1 cup plain Greek yogurt. The easiest swap for dips, toppings and baking. Slightly tangier.

Can I use crème fraîche instead of sour cream?

Yes. For 1 cup sour cream, use 1 cup crème fraîche. Richer and milder, and it won't curdle when stirred into hot sauces.

Can I use cottage cheese instead of sour cream?

Yes. For 1 cup sour cream, use 1 cup cottage cheese blended with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Good in dips and casseroles.

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