Greek yogurt vs Sour cream

A side-by-side guide to substituting Sour cream for Greek yogurt (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Sour cream works as a 1:1 swap for Greek yogurt in most recipes.

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Greek yogurt

Base unit: cup

Read the full guide: Greek yogurt

Sour cream

Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)

Tags: common

Notes: 1:1 swap. Richer and tangier. Works in dips, baked goods, and dressings. Higher fat content.

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When to use Sour cream instead of Greek yogurt

1:1 swap. Richer and tangier. Works in dips, baked goods, and dressings. Higher fat content. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

Common questions

Can I substitute Sour cream for Greek yogurt?

Yes — 1:1 swap. Richer and tangier. Works in dips, baked goods, and dressings. Higher fat content. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

What's the conversion ratio for Greek yogurt to Sour cream?

1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Greek yogurt and Sour cream interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but 1:1 swap..

Is Sour cream a better substitute than other options for Greek yogurt?

Sour cream is one of the options SubSwap lists for Greek yogurt. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Greek yogurt substitutes.

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