Buttermilk substitute
1 cup buttermilk = 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
Substitutes for 1 cup buttermilk
Option 1
1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
Stir, then leave for 5 minutes until it thickens a little. Works in all baking, and in marinades.
Option 2
3/4 cup plain yogurt + 1/4 cup milk
Thicker and tangier. Good for pancakes, muffins and cakes.
Option 3
1 cup kefir
A direct swap in baking and in dressings.
Amounts are for a US recipe. Need to convert them? See cups to grams.
Questions
What can I use instead of buttermilk?
For 1 cup buttermilk, you can use 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar; or 3/4 cup plain yogurt + 1/4 cup milk; or 1 cup kefir.
What is the best substitute for buttermilk?
For most recipes, use 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar. Stir, then leave for 5 minutes until it thickens a little. Works in all baking, and in marinades.
Anything to watch for when swapping buttermilk?
Use whole milk for the best texture. Plant milks work too, but check that the acid makes them curdle slightly.