Best sour cream substitute for muffins?
Greek Yogurt, used at 1:1. Nearly identical acidity and thickness. Less fat, slightly tangier.
Best Sour Cream 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 sour cream?
Yes. Start with Greek Yogurt at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
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Greek Yogurt
Use 1:1
Nearly identical acidity and thickness. Less fat, slightly tangier.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of sour cream weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of sour cream is treated as 230 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Sour Cream cups to grams →