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Sour Cream Nutrition Facts
Sour cream is a thick, tangy dairy product made from cream and lactic acid. It is notable for its high fat content and creamy texture.
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393kcal
Calories
7.8g
Protein
4.1g
Carbs
34.7g
Fat
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g · Per serving (1/4 cup, 62g)
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 393kcal | 243.7kcal |
| Protein | 7.8g | 4.8g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.1g | 2.5g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3g | 0.2g |
| Sugars | 3.5g | 2.2g |
| Total Fat | 34.7g | 21.5g |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7g | 13.5g |
| Sodium | 110mg | 68.2mg |
| Water | 49.5g | 30.7g |
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Listed serving: 1/4 cup (62 g). Enter 1–5000 g.
- Calories
- 243.66 kcal
- Protein
- 4.84 g
- Carbohydrates
- 2.54 g
- Fiber
- 0.19 g
- Sugars
- 2.17 g
- Fat
- 21.51 g
- Sodium
- 68.2 mg
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Key vitamins & minerals
9% Daily Value
21% Daily Value
15% Daily Value
3% Daily Value
Serving ideas
- Spread it on a baked potato
- Use it as a topping for tacos
- Mix it with diced onions and chives for a dip
Storage
Storage tip: Store sour cream in the refrigerator and use within a week for best quality.
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