What does sour cream do in baking recipes?

Some recipes I have in a baking cookbook call for sour cream. What exactly does sour cream do in the recipe?

Well if you are meaning for cakes, etc. It brings a fabulous extra moistness and tang to it..it is a very good addition.

4 Responses to “What does sour cream do in baking recipes?”

  1. Sugar Pie Says:

    adds moisture and richness
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  2. Wishful Spirit Says:

    It increases the acidity, which is good if you want some tartness, but it also helps create the right chemistry for things to rise in the oven.
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  3. mom154724 Says:

    Well if you are meaning for cakes, etc. It brings a fabulous extra moistness and tang to it..it is a very good addition.
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    Self.

  4. msjantastic Says:

    Moist, Rich and Tasty
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