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Vegan Substitute for Sour Cream

Vegan Sour Cream is the closest vegan substitute for Sour Cream, at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Amount called for in recipe
Used at the same amount by volume — 1 cup for 1 cup
Good to know: Store-bought cashew- or coconut-based vegan sour cream gives the most consistent result. Homemade cashew versions vary in thickness batch to batch.
Sour Cream (cups)Vegan Sour Cream (grams)

Common questions

What is the best vegan substitute for Sour Cream?

Vegan Sour Cream is the closest vegan substitute for Sour Cream, used at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Does substituting Vegan Sour Cream change the result?

Store-bought cashew- or coconut-based vegan sour cream gives the most consistent result. Homemade cashew versions vary in thickness batch to batch.