Mayonnaise vs Sour cream

A side-by-side guide to substituting Sour cream for Mayonnaise (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Sour cream works as a 1:1 swap for Mayonnaise in most recipes.

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Mayonnaise

Base unit: cup

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Sour cream

Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)

Tags: common

Notes: 1:1 swap. Richer and tangier. Works in dips and potato salad. Similar creamy texture.

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When to use Sour cream instead of Mayonnaise

1:1 swap. Richer and tangier. Works in dips and potato salad. Similar creamy texture. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

Common questions

Can I substitute Sour cream for Mayonnaise?

Yes — 1:1 swap. Richer and tangier. Works in dips and potato salad. Similar creamy texture. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

What's the conversion ratio for Mayonnaise to Sour cream?

1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Mayonnaise and Sour cream interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but 1:1 swap..

Is Sour cream a better substitute than other options for Mayonnaise?

Sour cream is one of the options SubSwap lists for Mayonnaise. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Mayonnaise substitutes.

Looking for more Mayonnaise substitutes beyond Sour cream?

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