Sour Cream Substitute for Heavy Cream
Looking for a tangy, creamy substitute for heavy cream in your cooking or baking? This easy sour cream-based substitute provides the perfect balance of richness and acidity, ideal for savory dishes, dressings, and sauces. Whether you're out of heavy cream or looking for a lighter alternative, this substitute is quick to make and works well in most recipes.
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- ¾ cup sour cream full fat recommended
- ¼ cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 1 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar optional for extra tang
- Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a bowl mix ¾ cup sour cream and ¼ cup whole milk or half-and-half until smooth.
- Add Tang Optional:
- If you want a more pronounced tang like heavy cream in savory sauces stir in 1 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar.
- Whisk or Stir:
- Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy. Ensure there are no lumps.
- Let It Rest:
- Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Use:
- Use this substitute in place of heavy cream in recipes like soups sauces, mashed potatoes, or baked dishes.
Instructions
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup (approximately)
- Category: Substitutes
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Universal
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be vegan with substitutions)
- Keywords:
- Sour cream substitute, heavy cream alternative, sour cream and milk, dairy substitute, savory cream alternative, vegan cream option
- Nutrition (Per Serving - ¼ cup):
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Notes
Notes:
Thicker Substitute: For a thicker consistency (closer to heavy cream’s texture), reduce the amount of milk.
Sweet Dishes: This substitute is best for savory recipes, as sour cream adds tang. For desserts, consider whipping cream or full-fat Greek yogurt mixed with a bit of sugar.
Vegan Option: Substitute sour cream with plant-based sour cream and use a non-dairy milk like almond or soy.
Thicker Substitute: For a thicker consistency (closer to heavy cream’s texture), reduce the amount of milk.
Sweet Dishes: This substitute is best for savory recipes, as sour cream adds tang. For desserts, consider whipping cream or full-fat Greek yogurt mixed with a bit of sugar.
Vegan Option: Substitute sour cream with plant-based sour cream and use a non-dairy milk like almond or soy.