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Homemade sour cream in a bowl with fresh ingredients on a kitchen table

Homemade Sour Cream Recipe (Quick, Easy & So Much Better Than Store-Bought)

A simple, creamy homemade sour cream recipe that’s richer and fresher than store-bought. It’s made with just three ingredients and a little time – perfect for baking, tacos, and more.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (36% fat)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice (or white vinegar)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Pour the heavy cream into a clean jar and add the lemon juice or vinegar.
  2. Pour in the whole milk, then screw on the lid and shake well.
  3. Remove the lid, cover the opening with a clean piece of kitchen paper, and secure with a rubber band.
  4. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 12-24 hours to thicken and develop its tang.
  5. Stir the mixture, cover with the jar lid, and refrigerate. Use within 2 weeks.

Notes

For a tangier version, add an extra ½ teaspoon of lemon juice. For thicker sour cream, let it sit for a full 24 hours.

  • Author: Ouma Ella