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Sour cream 12% - calories and nutrition information

100 g of 12% sour cream has 135 kcal, 2.9 g protein, 4.3 g carbs, and 12 g fat. 1 tablespoon of 12% sour cream (about 15 g) has about 20 kcal.

Serving
12% sour cream, 100 g135 kcal565 kJ
Protein2.9 g8% of energy
Carbs4.3 g13% of energy
Fat12 g79% of energy
Fiber
0 g
Sugars
0.2 g
Salt
0.22 g

Nutrition information: 12% sour cream

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI*1 tablespoon (15 g)
Energy135 kcal565 kJ7%20 kcal84 kJ
Fat12 g17%1.8 g
of which saturated fatty acids7.5 g38%1.1 g
Carbs4.3 g2%0.6 g
of which sugars0.2 g0%<0.1 g
Fiber0 g-0 g
Protein2.9 g6%0.4 g
Salt0.22 g4%0.03 g
Water80.1 g-12 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in 12% sour cream?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 tablespoon15 g20 kcal0.4 g0.6 g1.8 g
Soup serving30 g41 kcal0.9 g1.3 g3.6 g
100 g135 kcal2.9 g4.3 g12 g
Cup200 g270 kcal5.8 g8.6 g24 g

Vitamins and minerals

In 100 g of 12% sour cream, the most abundant nutrients are phosphorus (14% NRV), calcium (13%), and vitamin A (13%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% of the NRV per 100 g.

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI
Potassium129 mg6%
Calcium104 mg13%
Magnesium10 mg3%
Phosphorus95 mg14%
Zinc0.5 mg5%
Selenium2.1 µg4%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.04 mg4%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.15 mg11%
Folate11 µg6%
Vitamin B120.3 µg12%
Vitamin A102 µg13%
Vitamin E0.3 mg3%
Vitamin D0.2 µg4%

12% sour cream compared with other foods

12% sour cream has more calories per 100 g than 38% of the dairy and egg products in our chart. Here are products in the dairy and eggs category with a similar calorie content (kcal per 100 g):

  1. Plain yogurt61 kcal
  2. Milk 3.2%61 kcal
  3. Cottage cheese98 kcal
  4. Fruit yogurt99 kcal
  5. Cream 12%135 kcal
  6. Raw egg143 kcal
  7. Scrambled eggs149 kcal
  8. Hard-boiled egg155 kcal
  9. Fried egg196 kcal

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FAQs

How many calories are in 1 tablespoon of 12% sour cream?
1 tablespoon of 12% sour cream (about 15 g) has about 20 kcal: 0.4 g protein, 0.6 g carbs, and 1.8 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of 12% sour cream?
100 g of 12% sour cream has 135 kcal (565 kJ).
How much protein is in 12% sour cream?
12% sour cream has 2.9 g protein per 100 g, while 1 tablespoon of 12% sour cream has about 0.4 g.
How many carbs are in 12% sour cream?
100 g of 12% sour cream contains 4.3 g of digestible carbs, including 0.2 g of sugars, as well as 0 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database – “Cream, sour, reduced fat, cultured” (NDB 01055). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and depend on the variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we prepare our calorie chart.