How to substitute sour cream with Greek Yogurt
The ratio
1.0 cup plain Greek yogurt
This substitution requires no additional preparation time.
Steps
- Measure 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt.
- Use it as a direct 1:1 replacement for sour cream in recipes.
- Note that Greek yogurt may have a slightly tangier flavor.
- For baking, the substitution works seamlessly to maintain moisture.
Try it: Tangy Yogurt Muffins
12 muffins
- 1.0 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2.0 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 1.0 tbsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1.0 large egg
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, milk, oil, and egg until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups and bake for 20 minutes.