Calories in sour cream
A usual serving, 1 tablespoon (20 g), has about 40 kcal; 100 g ≈ 198 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 198 | 2.4 g | 19 g | 4.6 g | 0 g |
| 1 tablespoon 20 g | 40 | 0.5 g | 3.9 g | 0.9 g | 0 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon 20 g | 40 | 0.5 g | 3.9 g | 0.9 g |
| 2 tablespoons 40 g | 79 | 1 g | 7.8 g | 1.8 g |
How it fits into a day
A tablespoon of sour cream with about 20 % fat, about 20 g, has about 40 kcal. Sour cream with 12 % fat has about 135 kcal per 100 g, so check the percentage on the pot. Fat provides about 85% of the calories.
A usual serving (1 tablespoon) is about 2% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- On sarma or stuffed peppers, a spoonful of sour cream adds about 40 kcal.
- Thick yogurt is a lighter swap for sour cream in salads and sauces.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a tablespoon of sour cream?
About 40 kcal in 20 g, with 0.5 g protein, 3.9 g fat and 0.9 g carbs.
How many calories are in 100 g of sour cream?
About 198 kcal per 100 g: 2.4 g protein, 19 g fat and 4.6 g carbs.
Which has fewer calories, sour cream or kajmak?
Sour cream: about 198 kcal per 100 g, kajmak about 350 kcal.
See also
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Kajmak
350 kcal
per 100 g
1 tablespoon: 105 kcal
-
Sarma
150 kcal
per 100 g
3 sarma rolls: 540 kcal
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Yogurt 2.8 % fat
60 kcal
per 100 g
1 glass: 120 kcal
Full table: Dairy