Is Sour cream keto?
Keto-friendly 1.1 g net carbs per two tablespoons (24 g) — 6% of a 20 g keto day.
Short answer: Yes. Two tablespoons (24 g) of sour cream: 1.1 g net carbs — 6% of a strict 20 g keto day — with 4.7 g fat and 0.6 g protein.
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Full-fat sour cream fits easily in normal spoonfuls and is a quick way to add fat to tacos-without-tortillas, chilli or roasted vegetables. Light versions often add starch or gums.
How sour cream fits a keto carb budget
On a 20 g day you could eat about 18.1 servings before reaching the limit — in practice sour cream will never be what pushes you over.
Worked example. 24 g of sour cream = 1.1 g total carbs − 0 g fibre = 1.1 g net carbs, 4.7 g fat, 0.6 g protein and 48 kcal.
Buying a packaged or flavoured sour cream product? Run its label through the net carb calculator — added sugars change the picture quickly.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per two tablespoons (24 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | 48 kcal |
| Fat | 19.4 g | 4.7 g |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 0.6 g |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 1.1 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Net carbs | 4.6 g | 1.1 g |
Where the energy comes from:
How to eat sour cream on keto
- Mix with herbs and garlic for a vegetable dip.
- Choose full-fat; avoid "light" versions with added thickeners.
Keto recipes with sour cream
- Keto Beef Chili (No Beans)
- Keto New York Cheesecake
- Keto Chicken Quesadilla
- Keto Chicken Enchiladas
- Keto Tacos with Cheese Taco Shells
- Keto Nachos (Pork Rind Nachos)
Compared with other dairy foods
Sour cream ranks #9 of 10 dairy foods in our database by net carbs per 100 g (lowest first). Full-fat, unsweetened dairy fits; milk sugar (lactose) is the thing to watch.
| Food | Net carbs / 100 g | Per serving |
|---|---|---|
| Eggs | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Cheddar cheese | 1.3 g | 0.4 g |
| Mozzarella | 2.2 g | 0.6 g |
| Heavy cream | 2.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Parmesan cheese | 3.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Cottage cheese | 3.4 g | 3.8 g |
See all dairy foods ranked by net carbs →
Frequently asked questions
How many net carbs are in sour cream?
Sour cream has about 4.6 g of net carbs per 100 g (4.6 g total carbohydrate minus 0 g fibre), and about 1.1 g per two tablespoons (24 g).
Can you eat sour cream on keto?
Yes. A typical serving uses 6% of a strict 20 g net-carb day.
Values are per 100 g of the raw or stated food, rounded, from USDA FoodData Central. Brands and varieties differ — check the label for packaged products.