Sour cream in grams
230 grams
1 US cup = 236.6 ml
At a glance
| Amount | Weight (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 US teaspoon (4.9 ml) | 4.8 g |
| 1 US tablespoon (14.8 ml) | 12 g |
| 1 US cup (236.6 ml) | 230 g |
| 1 metric cup (250 ml) | 243 g |
| 100 milliliters | 97 g |
Other ingredients
Questions
How many grams is a cup of sour cream?
A US cup (236.6 ml) of sour cream weighs 230 g. A metric cup (250 ml) weighs about 243 g.
How many grams is a tablespoon of sour cream?
A level US tablespoon (14.8 ml) of sour cream weighs 12 g and a teaspoon about 4.8 g.
Can I use crème fraîche instead of sour cream?
Yes, in most recipes. Crème fraîche is a little richer and milder and holds up better when heated. Add a squeeze of lemon for tang, and weigh it, since the USDA lists no weight for it.
Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes, cup for cup in dips, dressings and baking. It has much less fat and can split in a hot sauce, so stir it in off the heat.
A US cup of cultured sour cream weighs 230 g according to the USDA, a US tablespoon 12 g and 100 ml about 97 g. It is thick, so pack it into the cup and level the spoon.
French crème fraîche is the closest European match, a little richer and less tangy, but the USDA has no record for it: weigh it rather than borrowing these figures.
USDA FoodData Central #171257 (SR Legacy, checked 2026-10-30)