These buttermilk baked potatoes are creamy, fluffy, and unbelievably easy. With just potatoes, buttermilk, and butter, they come out rich inside with crispy golden tops.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 45–55 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Salt and black pepper, optional
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Lightly grease a baking dish.
Wash and dry the potatoes, then pierce each one several times with a fork.
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Step 2: First Bake
Place the whole potatoes in the baking dish.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until beginning to soften.
Step 3: Add the Buttermilk
Remove the potatoes from the oven.
Cut a slit across the top of each potato and gently press them open.
Pour the buttermilk over and into the potatoes.
Drizzle melted butter on top.
Step 4: Finish Baking
Return to the oven for 10–15 more minutes.
Bake until the potatoes are completely soft and the tops are golden and bubbling.
Tips
- Add shredded cheddar or Parmesan before the final bake
- Sprinkle with chives or green onions before serving
- Yukon Gold potatoes also work well
- Serve with roasted chicken, steak, or pork chops
