Sour Cream vs Milk
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Sour Cream is generally healthier
Sour Cream comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (3.4g vs 3.2g), more fiber (0g vs 0g), less sugar (3.9g vs 4.8g), less sodium (28mg vs 44mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Milk
61 kcal
More Protein
Sour Cream
3.4g
More Fiber
Sour Cream
0g
Less Sugar
Sour Cream
3.9g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Sour Cream
193
Milk
61
Proteinper 100g
Sour Cream
3.4g
Milk
3.2g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Sour Cream
3.9g
Milk
4.8g
Fatper 100g
Sour Cream
20g
Milk
3.3g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Sour Cream | Milk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 193kcal | 61kcal✓ | +132.0kcal |
| Protein | 3.4g✓ | 3.2g | +0.2g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.9g✓ | 4.8g | -0.9g |
| Fat | 20g | 3.3g✓ | +16.7g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g | 0.0g |
| Sugar | 3.9g✓ | 4.8g | -0.9g |
| Sodium | 28mg✓ | 44mg | -16.0mg |
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Sour Cream
Per 100g:193 calories
Per cup (150g):290 calories
Per serving (85g):164 calories
Milk
Per 100g:61 calories
Per cup (150g):92 calories
Per serving (85g):52 calories
Diet Compatibility
Sour Cream
KetoLow-CarbVegetarianLow-Sodium
Milk
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVegetarianLow-Sodium
When to Choose Sour Cream
- ✓Higher in protein (3.4g vs 3.2g)
- ✓More fiber (0g vs 0g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (3.9g vs 4.8g)
- ✓Less sugar (3.9g vs 4.8g)
- ✓Lower sodium (28mg vs 44mg)
Common Uses
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When to Choose Milk
- ✓Lower in calories (61 vs 193)
Common Uses
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