Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
🥣
15% Sour Cream Calories
Moderate-fat cultured dairy cream
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of 15% Sour Cream (30 g) has 48 calories. That works out to 160 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
15% Sour Cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
48
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 7% · Fat 82%
15% Sour Cream nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of 15% Sour Cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 24 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 80 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (extra large) | 60 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 384 kcal |
Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About 15% Sour Cream
What is 15% sour cream?
15% sour cream is cultured cream with a tangy taste and a moderate fat content. It is common in Eastern and Central European cooking, where it is spooned onto soups and dumplings or mixed into sauces.
Can you cook with 15% sour cream?
Yes, 15% sour cream works in soups, sauces and casseroles. Stir it in near the end of cooking over low heat; boiling it hard can make the cultured cream separate or turn grainy.
How do you stop 15% sour cream from curdling in hot food?
To reduce curdling, bring 15% sour cream closer to the dish’s temperature before adding it. Mix in a spoonful of hot liquid first, then stir that mixture into the pan off the boil.
Is 15% sour cream the same as crème fraîche?
No, 15% sour cream and crème fraîche are different cultured creams. Crème fraîche is typically richer and milder, so it usually tolerates heat better; 15% sour cream is tangier and more likely to split if boiled.
Can 15% sour cream replace full-fat sour cream?
Yes, 15% sour cream can replace full-fat sour cream in many dips, toppings and everyday recipes. The result may be thinner and less rich, so it is less suitable when a recipe depends on a thick, creamy texture.
Can you use 15% sour cream in baking?
Yes, 15% sour cream can add moisture and a gentle tang to cakes, muffins and some breads. It cannot be whipped like heavy cream, so do not use it when a recipe needs a stable whipped topping.
What can you serve with 15% sour cream?
15% sour cream is often served with baked potatoes, pierogi, blini and hearty soups such as borscht. Add it as a cool topping at the table, or season it with herbs and garlic for a quick dip.
How long does opened 15% sour cream last in the fridge?
Opened 15% sour cream should stay refrigerated in a tightly closed container and be used according to the package guidance. Discard it if you see mold or notice an unpleasant smell or unusual discoloration.
Can you freeze 15% sour cream?
Yes, you can freeze 15% sour cream, but thawing often makes it watery or grainy. Use thawed sour cream in cooked dishes, where stirring and heating can blend the texture, rather than as a fresh topping.
How is 15% sour cream made?
15% sour cream is made by adding lactic-acid cultures to cream and allowing it to ferment until tangy and thickened. It is not simply cream with lemon juice stirred in; the cultures create its characteristic flavor.
15% Sour Cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
36µg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Calcium
33mg · 3% DV
Iodine
4.5µg · 3% DV
Selenium
0.9µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
15% Sour Cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off 15% Sour Cream
To burn the 48 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is 15% Sour Cream?
15% sour cream is a cultured cream associated with Eastern and Central European cooking, where it is often known as smetana. Fermentation gives it a gentle tang and a thick, spoonable texture; at 15% fat, it is lighter than richer versions while still adding creaminess.
In its home regions it is served with soups, potatoes, dumplings and savoury pancakes, or stirred into sauces. It also works as a topping for baked potatoes, tacos or chilli in many English-speaking kitchens. With 15 g of fat per 100 g, it brings richness more than protein. Stir it in off the heat to help keep the texture smooth, or mix with herbs and lemon for a quick dip.
How Nutritious Is 15% Sour Cream?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is 15% Sour Cream Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does 15% Sour Cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is 15% Sour Cream Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
15% Sour Cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.5:1).
Compare 15% Sour Cream
Foods Similar to 15% Sour Cream
Have another question about 15% Sour Cream?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.