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A stainless steel measuring cup filled with a frothy liquid, representing a buttermilk substitution.

Buttermilk Substitutions


  • Author: freddyrecipes.com
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make easy buttermilk substitutes for your recipes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar into a liquid measuring cup.
  2. Add milk to the measuring cup until it reaches the 1-cup line.
  3. Stir gently.
  4. Let the mixture stand for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature until it thickens slightly and curdles.
  5. Use as a substitute for buttermilk in your recipe.

Notes

  • This substitution works well in most baking recipes.
  • For a dairy-free option, use unsweetened plant-based milk like almond or soy milk.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: buttermilk substitute, milk substitute, baking substitute, dairy substitute, lemon juice, vinegar