Buttermilk Substitute
Making a recipe that calls for buttermilk and don't have any on hand? Learn how to make an easy substitute with just two simple ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon white/apple cider vinegar OR lemon/lime juice
- 15 tablespoons milk (or 1 scant cup)
Instructions
- Pour vinegar or lemon/lime juice into a measuring cup. Add milk to reach the one cup line.1 tablespoon white/apple cider vinegar OR lemon/lime juice |15 tablespoons milk
- Whisk together and let sit for at least 5 minutes before using. Use in place of one cup of buttermilk in a recipe.
Notes
This buttermilk substitute can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a couple weeks, depending on how fresh your milk is.
Nutrition facts are for buttermilk made with 2% milk.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 315mg | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 230IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 0.1mg
Nutrition information is an estimate per serving, calculated using standard ingredients. Actual values may vary based on brands used, measurement methods, and more.
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