Chipotle Sour Cream (Copycat Recipe)
Updated Aug 31, 2025, Published on May 11, 2025
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Have you ever wondered what sour cream Chipotle uses to get that perfectly smooth, pourable consistency? Turns out, the secret’s out: it’s just Daisy Sour Cream! All it takes is an aggressive whisk to achieve that signature texture Chipotle is known for. This easy, one-ingredient copycat recipe is perfect for drizzling over burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, nachos, and more.
Create a Chipotle Burrito or Burrito Bowl at Home
Pair this sour cream with my Chipotle Copycat Cilantro Lime Rice, Chipotle Copycat Chicken, Chipotle Copycat Black Beans, Chipotle Copycat Corn Salsa, Chipotle Copycat Fresh Tomato Salsa, Chipotle Copycat Tomatillo-Green Chili Salsa, and Chipotle Copycat Guacamole for the full Chipotle experience at home!
Recipe Tips
- Use Daisy Sour Cream for the best match. This is the brand Chipotle uses, and its smooth, rich consistency is key to replicating their sour cream at home.
- Whisk with purpose. It takes a few minutes of aggressive whisking to thin out the sour cream to that pourable texture. A whisk and a large bowl make it easier!
- Don’t over-whisk. Stop once the sour cream is smooth and slightly runny.
- For extra tang: If you like your sour cream a bit tangier, whisk in a small splash of lime juice.
- Serving tip: Transfer the thinned sour cream to a squeeze bottle for easier drizzling over burrito bowls, tacos, nachos, and more.
- Storage: Store any leftover sour cream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Give it a quick stir before serving, as it may thicken slightly as it chills.
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Chipotle Sour Cream (Copycat Recipe)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sour Cream, Chipotle uses Daisy Sour Cream (regular, not light)
Instructions
- Using a whisk, stir the sour cream vigorously for 2–3 minutes until it becomes thinner, smooth, and slightly pourable. Adjust whisking time based on your desired consistency.
- Store any leftover sour cream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Give it a quick stir before serving, as it may thicken slightly as it chills.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftover sour cream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Give it a quick stir before serving, as it may thicken slightly as it chills.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
