Yogurt vs Buttermilk
A side-by-side guide to substituting Buttermilk for Yogurt (or vice versa).
Buttermilk works as a 1:1 swap for Yogurt in most recipes.
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Buttermilk
Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)
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Notes: Buttermilk is thinner and tangier than yogurt. Use equal volumes in baking; both add acidity and tenderness, though buttermilk may require slight flour adjustment.
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Buttermilk is thinner and tangier than yogurt. Use equal volumes in baking; both add acidity and tenderness, though buttermilk may require slight flour adjustment. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).
Common questions
Yes — Buttermilk is thinner and tangier than yogurt. Use equal volumes in baking; both add acidity and tenderness, though buttermilk may require slight flour adjustment. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).
1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but Buttermilk is thinner and tangier than yogurt..
Buttermilk is one of the options SubSwap lists for Yogurt. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Yogurt substitutes.
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