Sour Cream

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Common questions

Is Sour Cream healthy?

Sour Cream scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sour cream is made from cultured cream, skim milk, and enzymes, which are simple and recognizable ingredients.

How processed is Sour Cream?

Sour Cream is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sour Cream's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured cream counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sour Cream

Simple Truth
78 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Kroger
Category Condiments
Summary

This sour cream is made from cultured cream, skim milk, and enzymes, which are simple and recognizable ingredients. The fermentation process of cultured cream provides probiotics and enhances digestibility, contributing to gut health. Despite being processed, the absence of harmful additives or seed oils allows it to score well within its category.

Key ingredients 3

Cultured cream
Good

Cultured cream is a fermented dairy product that provides beneficial probiotics. The fermentation process enhances digestibility and can improve gut health. It is a source of healthy fats and essential nutrients like calcium.

Benefits

Contains probiotics that support digestive health and is a good source of calcium and healthy fats.

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Skim milk
Neutral

Skim milk is a low-fat dairy product that provides protein and calcium. It lacks the fat content of whole milk, which may reduce its satiety and fat-soluble vitamin content. It is often used to reduce the overall fat content in dairy products.

Benefits

Provides protein and calcium, essential for bone health.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used in dairy processing to aid in fermentation and improve texture. They are typically derived from natural sources and are considered safe for consumption. Their role is primarily functional, with no direct nutritional impact.

Benefits

Enhances the fermentation process and improves the texture of dairy products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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