Sour Cream
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What it is
Sour cream is a dairy product created by fermenting regular cream with lactic acid bacteria. This fermentation process thickens the cream and gives it a characteristic tangy flavor. It typically contains at least 18% milkfat.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sour cream to products for its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and to add moisture. It is commonly found in snack foods like chips, baked goods such as cakes and pastries, and various dips and sauces. Its richness can also improve the mouthfeel of many processed foods.
Health notes
Sour cream is a common food ingredient and not regulated by the FDA as an additive. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as a traditional food. As a dairy product, it contributes fat and calories to the diet. There are no specific health controversies associated with sour cream itself, beyond general dietary considerations for fat intake.
Allergen info
Sour cream is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
Products containing Sour Cream
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OLANCHO
Honduran Cream
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
357kcal
3.6Protein
39.3Fat
3.6Carbs
MY GRANDMA'S OF NEW ENGLAND
My Grandma's Of New England, Cape Cod Cranberry Coffee Cake
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
456kcal
5.3Protein
22.8Fat
56.1Carbs
Lipton
Pasta Sides Stroganoff
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
367kcal
11.7Protein
2.5Fat
71.7Carbs
UTZ Quality Foods, Inc.
Wavy Potato Chips
536kcal
7.1Protein
32.1Fat
57.1Carbs
ZARO'S BAKERY
Zaro's Bakery, Apricot Rugelach
393kcal
7.1Protein
28.6Fat
46.4Carbs
ZARO'S BAKERY
Zaro's Bakery, Rugelach, Raspberry
357kcal
7.1Protein
21.4Fat
42.9Carbs
ZARO'S BAKERY
Zaro's Bakery, Chocolate Rugelach
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
464kcal
7.1Protein
28.6Fat
39.3Carbs