Substitute for buttermilk

5 substitutions, each re-checked before publication. Quantities below scale live to your amount.

My recipe needs cup of buttermilk → every ratio below adjusts

Milk + Lemon Juice

1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice

bakingpancakesbiscuitsnot for whippingnot for raw consumption

Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes to curdle before using.

1 cup milk + 1 tbsp white vinegar

bakingpancakesmuffinsnot for whipping

White vinegar works best for neutral flavor; let sit 5 minutes.

0.5 cup sour cream + 0.5 cup milk

bakingpancakesdense cakesnot for light cakes

Whisk thoroughly to ensure a smooth, pourable texture.

1 cup kefir

bakingpancakessmoothies

Use plain, unflavored kefir as a direct 1:1 substitute.

1 cup soy milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice

vegan bakingpancakesnot for dairy-sensitive whipping

Ensure soy milk is unsweetened and unflavored for best results.