Ingredient

Light Sour Cream

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use light sour cream as a topping, ingredient, or base in a variety …

What it is

Light sour cream is a cultured dairy product made from milk or cream that has had some of the fat removed. It is made by adding a starter culture of lactic acid bacteria to the reduced-fat milk or cream, which causes it to thicken and develop its characteristic tangy flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use light sour cream as a topping, ingredient, or base in a variety of foods. Its creamy texture and mild sour flavor make it suitable for dips, dressings, baked goods, and as a garnish for savory dishes.

Health notes

Light sour cream is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It provides calcium and protein, but also contains saturated fat and sodium. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar dairy products. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.

Allergen info

Light sour cream is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Light Sour Cream

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FRESH & EASY New York-Style Cheesecake Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 328kcal 4.8Protein 19.2Fat 35.2Carbs FRESH & EASY Cheesecake Squares Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 345kcal 5.3Protein 20.4Fat 34.5Carbs FRESH & EASY LLC Fresh & Easy Llc, Cheesecake Squares, Berry Medley Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 336kcal 5.3Protein 19.5Fat 34.5Carbs FRESH & EASY Fresh & Easy, Cheesecake Squares, Dark Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 310kcal 5.3Protein 23.0Fat 31.9Carbs DEVOUR Pulled Chicken Burrito Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 132kcal 9.4Protein 4.4Fat 13.5Carbs Heinz Frozen Food Company Ready Bake Breakfast Cheesy Hash Browns, Sausage & Eggs Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 57% DV per serving 172kcal 8.1Protein 11.1Fat 10.1Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chicken Enchiladas Suiza Stuffed With Premium Pulled Chicken Topped With A Blend Of Cheeses And A Zesty Sour Cream Sauce Over Corn, Black Beans And Bell Peppers, Chicken Enchiladas Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 135kcal 5.9Protein 5.3Fat 16.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Pulled Chicken Premium Pulled White Meat Chicken, Black Beans And A Vegetable Blend Topped With Creamy Chili Sauce, Monterey Jack & Cheddar Cheeses Burrito Bowl, Pulled Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 132kcal 9.4Protein 4.4Fat 13.5Carbs H E Butt Grocery Company Medium That Red Sauce, Medium That Red Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 47kcal 3.1Protein 0Fat 9.4Carbs Saucealicious, LLC Roasted Poblano & Garlic Gourmet Finishing Sauce, Roasted Poblano & Garlic Other Cooking Sauces High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 150kcal 1.7Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Light French Onion Dip With Fresh Sour Cream, Light French Onion Dips & Salsa 125kcal 3.6Protein 8.9Fat 7.1Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Light Dip With Fresh Sour Cream, French Onion Dips & Salsa 125kcal 3.6Protein 8.9Fat 7.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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