Real talk: Buttermilk is an annoying ingredient. You hardly ever need it, it’s only sold in a huge carton, and the recipe never calls for that much. Luckily, you can make your own in a few different ways. 

Our Three Favorite Substitutes: 

  1. Milk + lemon juice (or vinegar)
  2. Yogurt + water (or milk)
  3. Sour cream + water (or milk)

How To Use It:  

Use your substitution concoction just as you would actual buttermilk, cup for cup! Some of our favorite buttermilk recipes: fluffy pancakes, homemade biscuits, red velvet cake, and blueberry scones. It’s also great for brining chicken before deep-frying. 

Have you tried any of these buttermilk substitutes? Let us know how it went in the comment below. 


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