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Shop scales ↗Sour Cream
Dairy & FatsCream fermented with lactic acid bacteria, giving it a thick, tangy consistency.
Reviewed by CupOrGram Editorial TeamData methodology: NIST-derived density references + recipe testing notesMethodology
Properties
Density Index
0.96 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
230g
Texture
Solid/Liquid
Category
Dairy
Top Substitute
Greek Yogurt
Use 1:1
Nearly identical acidity and thickness. Less fat, slightly tangier.
Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 56.8 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 75.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 114 grams |
| 1 cups | 227 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 341 grams |
| 2 cups | 454 grams |
| 3 cups | 681 grams |
| 4 cups | 908 grams |
Density: 0.96 g/ml
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Science Note: Precision within +/-0.002g
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Substitutions for Sour Cream
Storage Tips
Refrigerate. Use within 3 weeks of opening.
Baking Science
18-20% fat content adds richness and moisture. Acidity tenderises gluten. Creates extremely moist cakes and muffins.
Recipe Context
For laminated dough: temperature and exact fat mass impact layer definition.
For creaming methods: weight keeps butter-to-sugar balance stable.
For custards: tight dairy ratios reduce curdling risk.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
- Butter and dairy temperature affects emulsion stability and spread.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup sour cream = 230g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 216g-244g per cup (6% band).
Why this happens: temperature and fat phase (solid vs softened vs melted) change effective volume.