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Does reduced-fat sour cream have the same density as full-fat sour cream?

Reduced-fat sour cream has a density of 0.972 g/ml, which is slightly lower than full-fat sour cream at approximately 1.013 g/ml, because the lower fat content and added stabilizers create a marginally lighter product at about 230 g per cup.

How does reduced-fat sour cream perform in baked goods compared to regular?

In baked goods like coffee cake or muffins, reduced-fat sour cream at 0.972 g/ml provides sufficient moisture and acidity to activate leaveners, though the crumb may be slightly less tender due to the lower fat content affecting gluten development.

Is reduced-fat sour cream stable enough for hot dips and sauces?

It is moderately heat-stable but more prone to separation than full-fat sour cream because the reduced lipid content at 0.972 g/ml means fewer fat globules to emulsify the mixture; add it off-heat or temper it with a small amount of flour to prevent curdling.