Dairy Free Sour Cream Recipe - My Whole Food Life (2024)

March 18, 2014May 24, 2017 Melissa King Dips, Spreads and Sauces, Recipes

Y’all this Dairy Free Sour Cream is where it’s at. Many people are moving away from dairy these days. Maybe because so many kids these days cannot tolerate it. My own daughter is allergic to dairy.

It makes her skin break out. Sure there are dairy free sour cream products on the market, but those are usually soy based.

Since most soy in this country is GMO, I thought I would come up with my own vegan and paleo sour cream recipe.

This is also a vegan sour cream recipe! It’s super easy to make too! In addition to this recipe, I also have a dairy free cheese sauce and a dairy free ranch dressing.

This recipe actually came about by accident. I was trying to make a sauce for another recipe and after I made it, I realized it tasted JUST LIKE sour cream. So viola! That is the story of this delicious discovery.

Dairy Free Sour Cream

Dairy Free Sour Cream

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Prep Time 5 min Serves 1 cup sour cream adjust servings

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A dairy free, soy free sour cream made from real ingredients!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Soak the cashews overnight.
  2. Drain and rinse them the next day.
  3. Add the cashews to a blender and blend for 1 minute.
  4. Add in the lemon juice and vinegar and keep blending.
  5. Lastly, add in the water and salt. Blend until it's smooth.

by Melissa King

Recipe Notes

This sour cream should keep in the fridge for a couple weeks. I haven't tried freezing it yet. If the consistency is a little thick, you can add a little more water until you reach a desired consistency.

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  3. This was awesome, just what I'd been looking for. Thank you.

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    1. So glad you liked it!

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  4. Thank you so much...this is a fabulous alternative to dairy sour cream! It comes quite close to the real thing...the taste is delicious and for those who don’t do dairy this is the best I have ever tasted ❤️

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    1. Thanks Trudy!! Glad you liked it!

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  5. I have made this a few times already and IT IS SO FREAKING GOOD. I put it on top of soups, on tacos, pretty much anywhere you would use regular sour cream. This is definitely way better than any store bought dairy-free alternative. My lactose-intolerant self thanks you!

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    1. Yay! I'm so glad you like it!

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  6. Hi. My daughter cannot have cashews. Can I substitue almonds in the recipe or sunflower seeds or beans?I am desperate! Thanks

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    1. Almonds may work.

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  9. You say use "raw" cashews, but apparently that can have different meanings. If it is unsalted and whole, but roasted is that the same? I just don't want to waste cahsews!

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    1. I use unroasted, unsalted cashews, but I'm sure if you use roasted, the recipe would taste similar. :)

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      1. Do you soak overnight on the countertop?

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        1. Yes

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  10. 5hank you very much for this recipe. my daughter is also allergic to dairy and we struggle to find dairy free recipes for sauces and sour cream and cream cheese.

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    1. You are so welcome Jessica!

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  11. Anyone tried freezing this yet? Would love to take this on vacation... so hard to try to shop for food allergies when you’re at an unfamiliar grocery store.

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    1. I think I did have a reader freeze this one with success. I haven't tries myself, though

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Dairy Free Sour Cream Recipe - My Whole Food Life (2024)

FAQs

What is a good dairy-free alternative for sour cream? ›

Coconut Cream — Coconut cream (the layer of cream that rises to the top of a can of coconut milk) can be used as a non-dairy sour cream substitute, making it ideal for individuals with allergies and diet restrictions.

Does Aldi have dairy free sour cream? ›

Creamy, tangy, and perfect for any dish—Earth Grown Dairy Free Sour Cream from Aldi is a delicious and sustainable way to enjoy your favorite meals.

How long is dairy free sour cream good for? ›

Transfer the vegan sour cream to a sealed container and store in the fridge for up to a week.

What is a non-dairy substitute for cream cheese? ›

Blend together one cup of thick coconut cream and one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Next, add a pinch of salt and two teaspoons of nutritional yeast for a cheesy tang. Chill the mixture to firm it up, and you'll have a terrific dairy-free cream cheese substitute.

Is Greek yogurt dairy-free? ›

If you're lactose intolerant, you might wonder: Does Greek yogurt have dairy? Made from cow's milk, it does. However, Greek yogurt has less than 1 gram of lactose per ounce—less lactose than milk and about half the lactose of some other yogurts.

Is lactose-free sour cream the same as dairy-free? ›

Lactose-free dairy products may include milk, cream cheese, sour cream, yogurt, kefir and butter. Dairy free is just that, it's a product that is free from dairy! The product does not contain any milk or milk products from cows, sheep or goats.

Is Daisy sour cream dairy-free? ›

Yes, our sour cream and cottage cheese are milk-based products.

Can you buy vegan sour cream? ›

GreenVie's Sour Cream is a delicious vegan alternative that is free from the 14 main allergens. With its creamy texture and ideal thickness, it makes a wonderful addition to many recipes.

Who makes Aldi dairy products? ›

While rumors about which company manufactures Aldi products often remain unfounded, there's a compelling bit of evidence that Commonwealth Dairy does indeed create Friendly Farms products.

Can I eat 10 day expired sour cream? ›

Opened or unopened sour cream – as long as it has been refrigerated at a temperature below 40 degrees Fahrenheit – is good for up to three weeks past the sell-by date. The USDA gives a 21 day window for food safety, assuming the sour cream has been continuously refrigerated.

Can you freeze dairy free sour cream? ›

Storage Tips. Seal the plant based sour cream in an airtight container for up to 7 days in the fridge. You can also freeze vegan sour cream for up to 3 months. The best way to freeze it is to cover the top of the sour cream itself with plastic so it touches it and forms a barrier from freezer burn.

What to do with old sour cream? ›

From dinner to dressings to dessert, there are so many ways to use up this versatile ingredient.
  1. 1Pancetta, pea and pasta salad. ...
  2. 2Beef and cheese quesadillas with pickled onion. ...
  3. 3Lindt ball pastel cheesecake. ...
  4. 4Roast chicken, brie and asparagus tart. ...
  5. 5Chicken fajita skewers. ...
  6. 6Easy beef stroganoff cottage pie.

What is a good non-dairy substitute for sour cream? ›

Best non-dairy substitutes
  • Cashews. Soak a cup of raw cashews in a bowl of room temperature water for at least three hours. ...
  • Coconut Cream. Place a can of full-fat coconut cream in the refrigerator for at least six hours. ...
  • Full-Fat Coconut Milk. ...
  • White Beans. ...
  • Mayonnaise. ...
  • Vegan Sour Cream. ...
  • Yogurt. ...
  • Buttermilk.
Apr 1, 2022

Is Cool Whip dairy-free? ›

From its introduction, Cool Whip was labeled and advertised as non-dairy, but as of 2018 it contains skimmed milk and sodium caseinate, a milk derivative. Even before the skimmed milk was introduced, Cool Whip was classified in Jewish dietary traditions as dairy because of the sodium caseinate.

What is creamy but not dairy? ›

You can substitute an equal amount of heavy cream with coconut cream and use it as a dairy-free alternative in recipes that call for heavy cream. It can be baked, cooked, and whipped, but it does have a coconut flavor, so choose your recipes accordingly.

Is sour cream OK for dairy intolerance? ›

Lactose is the sugar found in milk. Some people produce too little of the enzyme lactase to digest this sugar, causing lactose intolerance. People with lactose intolerance typically can tolerate small amounts of lactose. Low-lactose dairy products include butter, hard cheese, yogurt, kefir, sherbet, and sour cream.

What is the best dairy substitute? ›

While all milk substitutes are more environmentally friendly than traditional cow's milk, grain milks are said to be the least taxing on our planet.
  • Oat milk - PRO: Environmentally sustainable. ...
  • Rice milk - PRO: Gluten free. ...
  • Quinoa milk - PRO: High in nutrients. ...
  • Barley milk - PRO: Easy on allergies.
Oct 24, 2022

What is a dairy-free alternative to cream? ›

The 5 Best Vegan Substitutes for Heavy Cream
SubstituteWhat We Add to ItHow We Like to Use It
Coconut Milk*no additional ingredients needed (details below)Sweet
Hemp MilkCornstarch or Silken TofuSavory
Oat MilkCornstarch or Vegan Butter or Tofu or Olive OilSweet/Savory
Soy MilkOlive Oil or Silken TofuSavory
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Is Greek yogurt better than sour cream? ›

Also, Greek yogurt is generally lower in fat and calories, making it a healthier alternative for those watching their weight or heart health. However, sour cream also has its own benefits. It is rich in calcium and vitamin A, making it a nutrient-dense addition to your diet.

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