Best greek yogurt substitute for muffins?
Sour Cream, used at 1:1. Very similar in acidity and thickness. Higher fat content.
Best Greek Yogurt Substitutes for Muffins & Quick Breads
Use forgiving substitutions that still maintain moisture and lift in quick batters. Quick breads tolerate swaps better, but leavening and hydration still need balance to avoid gummy centers.
Can I make muffins or quick bread without greek yogurt?
Yes. Start with Sour Cream at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Sour Cream
Use 1:1
Very similar in acidity and thickness. Higher fat content.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of greek yogurt weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of greek yogurt is treated as 250 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Greek Yogurt cups to grams →