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Homemade Sour Cream Recipe

Homemade acidified sour cream made with heavy cream and vinegar. Ready in 10 hours with just 2 minutes of active prep time.
Prep Time2 minutes
Rest Time:10 hours
Total Time10 hours 2 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Salt
Keyword: Homemade Sour Cream, Homemade Sour Cream Recipe
Servings: 16 ounces
Calories: 102kcal
Author: Carolyn

Equipment

  • Mason jar with lid or a sealable container

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions

  • Pour the heavy cream into a sealable jar or container.
  • Add the vinegar (or lemon juice) and stir gently, making sure the vinegar is thoroughly mixed throughout the cream.
  • Cover and allow the mixture to sit at room temperature for 4 hours, then place it in the refrigerator overnight before using.

Notes

Be sure to mix the vinegar thoroughly into the cream; otherwise, it won't thicken properly. For extra tang, use lemon juice or a third tablespoon of vinegar.

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 28mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 437IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.03mg