![]() While they have a very appetizing collection of recipes using their sour cream, I put it to the test by using it in a random recipe calling for dairy sour cream. “Just about any recipe that calls for dairy yogurts, cream cheeses, or ricotta can be made using our almond milk versions… You can substitute these ingredients 1:1 for their dairy counterparts.” However, I think their statement would still apply to the product: The FAQ page on their website speaks to baking substitutes, but doesn’t directly call out the sour cream. Kite Hill’s sour cream is not as dense as actual sour cream, so it may perform differently in baking recipes. Can You Use Kite Hill Sour Cream for Baking?īut as with any plant-based version of an animal-based ingredient, you may have to do some trial and error as you add it into your usual recipes. I decided to pair Kite Hill sour cream with my Abbot’s Butcher chorizo tacos, and it was a great complement to a warm tortilla and spicy, crisped up plant meat. It may be slightly more runny than dairy sour cream, but it’s still the right consistency for dropping dollops that can initially hold their shape, and for taking a nice, hefty dip with your chip of choice. Their sour cream is almond milk based, but its inclusion of coconut milk makes it truly creamy (without any coconut taste, which is a good thing). When I first started trying vegan sour cream replacements, I didn’t love the flavors or consistencies.īut Kite Hill dairy-free sour cream has, in fact, swooped in to save some of my meals as a delicious alternative. And as a newer vegan, I definitely noticed it missing on some of my favorite weeknight dishes: chili, tacos and baked potatoes. I’ve never been a huge sour cream girl, but in my foodie era I’ve awakened to the power of its cool tang. So finding stores that sell a variety of vegan sour creams, or any at all, can be challenging. ![]() Kite Hill describes their plant-based sour cream alternative as “the dairy-free dollop you’ve been waiting for.” And they’re pretty spot on.īecause dairy-free milk has become increasingly popular, there’s less room for other plant-based “dairy” products in grocery store refrigerators. EV’s Take on Kite Hill Sour Cream Alternative ![]() Maybe more runny than dairy sour creams, but still perfect for dipping or dolloping. Unfortunately, this is pricier than most dairy sour creams and other vegan options. I bought an 8-oz tub for $4.89 at a local natural foods store. Kite Hill provides what you want from a sour cream: rich creaminess and a hint of that classic sour tang.
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