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Sour cream
Calories & nutrition facts
fat free
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 74 kcal —
- Protein 3.1 g 6%
- Carbohydrate 16 g 6%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.4 g —
- Sodium 141 mg 6%
- Cholesterol 9 mg 3%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 73 µg 8%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.04 mg 3%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.15 mg 12%
- Niacin (B3) 0.07 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0.02 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 11 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 0.3 µg 13%
- Choline 19.2 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 125 mg 10%
- Iron 0 mg 0%
- Magnesium 10 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 95 mg 8%
- Potassium 129 mg 3%
- Zinc 0.5 mg 5%
- Copper 0.02 mg 2%
- Selenium 5.3 µg 10%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 74 | 3.1 g | 16 g | 0 g |
| 1 × tablespoon | 12 g | 9 | 0.4 g | 1.9 g | 0 g |
| 1 × cup | 230 g | 170 | 7.1 g | 36 g | 0 g |
| 2 × tablespoon | 24 g | 18 | 0.7 g | 3.7 g | 0 g |
| ½ × tablespoon | 6 g | 4 | 0.2 g | 0.9 g | 0 g |
| 3 × tablespoon | 36 g | 27 | 1.1 g | 5.6 g | 0 g |
| 4 × tablespoon | 48 g | 36 | 1.5 g | 7.5 g | 0 g |
Similar foods
- Light sour creamsour, light85 kcal / 100 g
- Extra low-fat sour cream10 % fat118 kcal / 100 g
- Cultured sour creamcultured198 kcal / 100 g
- Dairy sour creamnot further defined307 kcal / 100 g
- Low-fat sour cream18 % fat189 kcal / 100 g
- Cream9 % fat111 kcal / 100 g
- Cultured cream18 % fat192 kcal / 100 g
- Crème fraîchehalf fat162 kcal / 100 g
- Fat-free cream cheesefat free105 kcal / 100 g
- Half and half creamfat free59 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Sour cream
What is sour cream made from?
Sour cream is cream fermented with lactic-acid bacteria, which give it its tangy flavour and thick texture. It is not the same as cream that has simply gone sour.
How do you stop sour cream splitting in a hot sauce?
Take the pan off the heat before adding it, and stir in a spoonful of hot sauce first to warm it gently. Return the pan to a low heat and avoid boiling; high heat can make sour cream curdle.
What can you make with sour cream?
Stir it into a dip with chopped chives, garlic and lemon, or spoon it over baked potatoes, chilli or tacos. It also adds tang and tenderness to cakes and scones.
Can you use sour cream instead of crème fraîche?
Yes, especially in cold dips, dressings and toppings. Crème fraîche is richer, with 162 kcal and 15 g fat per 100 g, so it is less likely to split in a hot sauce; add sour cream off the heat instead.
How should you store sour cream after opening?
Keep it covered in the fridge and use a clean spoon each time. Don’t leave it out while serving; discard it if you see mould or notice an unusual smell or appearance.
Can you freeze sour cream?
You can, but thawed sour cream often separates and turns grainy. Freeze it only if you plan to stir it into a cooked dish, and mix it well after thawing in the fridge.
How much sour cream is a typical serving?
A tablespoon is about 12 g and provides 9 kcal. That is enough for a small topping or a spoonful stirred into a dip.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 173444 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
