Creamy Dairy Free Coconut Sour Cream – for when you just can’t go without that sour cream flavor! (Whole30/Paleo/Vegan)
This Creamy Dairy Free Coconut Sour Cream is the perfect addition to your fridge! Light, creamy and Whole30 compliant!
Let’s face it, sometimes you just need a dollop of a little sour cream – I am thinking of you baked potato! But, being dairy-free, there aren’t TOO many options out there and even less that are also Whole30 compliant. So, I thought I would do a little experimentation with some lemon juice (for the sourness) and some coconut cream (for the creaminess). I was blown away – this simple little mixture is going to come in handy!
Now, let’s be real, it is made with coconut cream so there is going to be an underlying hint of coconut – It’s not overwhelming by any means, but I don’t want you all thinking this tastes the EXACT same as a container of real sour cream – but hey, it is pretty darn close, its delicious and is made with real food/real ingredients (that are dairy-free).
If you are looking for other dairy-free and Whole30 compliant condiments, be sure to check out this Basic Whole30 Ranch Dressing and Basic Whole30 Homemade Mayo!
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Creamy Dairy Free Coconut Sour Cream
- Category: Dressing
Description
A dairy-free sour cream recipe that is Whole30/Paleo!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup coconut cream (I used Thai Kitchen organic/full fat – sometimes other brands have a grainy texture)
- 1 1/2 Teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 Teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in small mixing bowl.
- Taste and add additional lemon juice to make it even more “sour” or additional pinch or two of salt to round out the flavors.
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Pauline says
Made this recipe after reviewing a comment about it being a little runny. I used a 6oz can of coconut cream so I kind of cheated with the measuring. Haha I added the whole can to a bowl then drained most of the liquid into a separate bowl. Added remaining ingredients to the mostly coconut fat bowl as instructed. Then rigorously whisked everything. The liquid coconut left over in the second bowl is to add in as necessary for the consistency. My 18 yr old son who LOVES sour cream & dislikes coconut said this is a definite YES! Thank you for this perfect Paleo alternative!
★★★★★
Erin says
Thank you so much, Pauline, for the helpful comment and review – I so appreciate it! And I am so glad everyone enjoyed it, especially your 18 yr. old – major win!!
Marissa says
How do you make it so thick? I tried making this and mine is watery – is there a trick? I used all ingredients listed.
Erin says
Hi Marissa! Did you use coconut cream or did some actual coconut milk get mixed into it?
Marissa says
Yes. I used coconut cream. Do you let it refrigerate overnight and only use the fat or you pour the whole can?
Erin says
Just use the fat – depending on where you live and if its summer/winter putting it in the refrigerator to let the fat rise to the top and the water sink to the bottom will help! The coconut cream should be very thick!
Marissa says
Thank you 😊
Irene says
Can I use lime instead of lemon juice in this recipe?
Erin says
Good Question, Irene! So the lime juice is acidic, just like the lemon juice, which will help make the coconut cream taste “sour” like real sour cream, BUT you will most likely have a lime taste in there that might not be as pleasant or palatable as the lemon flavor. So yes, you can use lime juice in a pinch, but I would recommend using lemon if at all possible!
Kathleen Ashbrook says
Can this vegan sour cream be used in baking a key lime pie? I have vegan sweetened condensed milk but also need sour cream.
Erin says
Hi, Kathleen! I honestly have never tried it in a pie before! Let me know if you do and how it turns out!
Lauren says
How long will this stay in the fridge? Thanks!
Karlee says
YES! to the sour cream on a baked potato… it’s life. Thanks for the alternative!!! You’re the best!
★★★★★
Erin says
Thanks, Karlee!! ❤️❤️❤️