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Best substitutes for Sour Cream

Approved Plenoa substitution data for Sour Cream, including when swaps work, flavor and texture notes, and recipes where the substitution can help.

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Approved substitutes

  • Plain Yogurt

    Creamy sauce

    Greek yogurt/sour cream are common lighter substitutes for mayonnaise.

  • Greek Yogurt

    Creamy dairy

    Very close in texture if full-fat Greek yogurt.

  • Low Fat Yogurt

    Creamy sauce

    Greek yogurt/sour cream are common lighter substitutes for mayonnaise.

  • Mayonnaise

    Creamy sauce

    Greek yogurt/sour cream are common lighter substitutes for mayonnaise.

Recipes that use Sour Cream

Hungarian Cucumber Paprika Salad — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Cucumber Paprika Salad

Crisp cucumbers mingle with a paprika-touched dressing of garlic, sour cream, and a splash of vinegar. Fresh dill adds brightness for a light, versatile salad that shines at lunch or dinner.

Quick Budget friendly
15m Serving: 19 cal $0.45
Latvian Rye Tarts with Potato and Carrot
Snack

Latvian Rye Tarts with Potato and Carrot

Rustic rye tartlets from Latvia pair earthy potato and carrot in a buttery crust for a hearty, comforting snack. They're easy to share, portable for on-the-go meals, and deliver warm, wholesome vibes for any snack slot.

Dessert Budget friendly
100m Serving: 364 cal $0.52
Twice-Baked Potatoes
Dinner Lunch

Twice-Baked Potatoes

Creamy mashed potato filling stuffed into crisp potato skins with butter, sour cream, cheddar, and scallions. Twice-baked potatoes are a cozy, crowd-pleasing lunch or dinner option with simple, comforting flavors.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
90m Serving: 215 cal $0.57
Flammkuchen (Tarte Flambée)
Dinner Lunch

Flammkuchen (Tarte Flambée)

A paper-thin crust hosts crème fraîche, onion, and bacon for a crisp, smoky German-flavored bite. Warm and inviting, it pairs well with a simple salad for lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly One pot
45m Serving: 374 cal $0.61
Hash Brown Casserole
Dinner Breakfast

Hash Brown Casserole

Creamy hash browns mingle with cheddar, sour cream, onion, and a crunchy cornflake topping. A warm, versatile casserole that's comforting and easy for breakfast or dinner.

Budget friendly
60m Serving: 362 cal $0.68
Zagorje Cheese Štrukli
Dinner Lunch

Zagorje Cheese Štrukli

A Zagorje-inspired cheese-filled pastry wrapped in delicate dough evokes Croatian comfort. Fresh cheese, sour cream, eggs, and butter give a creamy bite fit for lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
105m Serving: 408 cal $0.72
Sour Cream Pound Cake
Snack

Sour Cream Pound Cake

Sour Cream Pound Cake delivers tender crumb with tangy richness from sour cream, butter, and eggs. A comforting, snack-friendly slice that highlights vanilla, sugar, and flour for a classic, homey finish.

Dessert Budget friendly
105m Serving: 484 cal $0.78
Mushroom Spätzle Skillet — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Mushroom Spätzle Skillet

This cozy skillet pairs mushrooms with spätzle for a comforting, rustic vibe. Creamy sour cream and a touch of parsley finish it for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 379 cal $0.84
Latvian Potato Pancakes
Dinner Lunch

Latvian Potato Pancakes

Crisp Latvian potato pancakes blend grated potatoes and onion with egg and flour for a hearty, rustic bite. Serve with sour cream for a comforting lunch or dinner built on simple ingredients and cozy, homey vibes.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
45m Serving: 391 cal $0.85
Lithuanian Karaite Meat Pastries
Dinner Lunch

Lithuanian Karaite Meat Pastries

Lithuanian Karaite Meat Pastries feature a buttery dough and a savory lamb and onion filling. Warm and comforting, these crescent pastries are ideal for lunch or dinner with a rustic, satisfying bite.

Budget friendly One pot
110m Serving: 402 cal $0.85
Polish Apple Cake
Snack

Polish Apple Cake

A comforting Polish-style apple cake with a crumbly short pastry and a cinnamon-sweet apple filling. Main ingredients: apples, flour, butter, sugar, sour cream evoke a warm, homey vibe.

Dessert Budget friendly
90m Serving: 367 cal $0.87
Estonian Quark Cake
Snack

Estonian Quark Cake

Estonian Quark Cake features a crumbly crust and a creamy quark filling, brightened with lemon zest and vanilla. A comforting, cafe-style slice that pairs well with coffee or tea and brings a sweet, dairy-forward flavor to your snack lineup.

Dessert Budget friendly
85m Serving: 364 cal $0.99