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Vegan Tofu Sour Cream

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A quick and creamy vegan sour cream made with silken tofu, vinegar or lemon juice, and salt. Perfect as a topping, dip, or base for sauces.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 1 ½ cups (6–8 servings)

Ingredients

1 (12.3 oz) block extra firm silken tofu

7 ½ teaspoons white vinegar (or 12 tablespoons lemon juice)

⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Drain and gently pat dry the silken tofu.
  2. Add tofu, vinegar (or lemon juice), and salt to a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed.
  4. Taste and adjust tanginess with more vinegar or lemon juice.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors develop.

Notes

Add nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Use cashew butter for a thicker texture.

Blend in fresh herbs like dill or chives for flavored sour cream.

Stir before serving if separation occurs.

  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 40 mg
  • Fat: 1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg