Lower-Calorie Alternative to Sour Cream

Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt saves about 331 calories per cup compared to Sour Cream, at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Sour Cream (cups)

Amount called for in recipe — used at the same amount by volume

Calories (Sour Cream)

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Calories (Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt)

Good to know: Very close in texture to sour cream, though noticeably tangier. Works well in both baking and as a topping.

Sour Cream (cups)	Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt (grams)	Calories Saved

Common questions

What is the best lower-calorie alternative to Sour Cream?

Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt is the closest lower-calorie alternative to Sour Cream, used at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Does substituting Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt change the result?

Very close in texture to sour cream, though noticeably tangier. Works well in both baking and as a topping.