Homemade Flour Tortillas

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Some foods are better from scratch, and these Homemade Flour Tortillas are no exception. They are soft, delicious, and super easy to make. You’ll never want store-bought tortillas again after trying this fresh homemade tortilla recipe!

homemade flour tortillas stacked with bright colored napkin

Flour Tortilla Recipe

If you are typically skeptical when it comes to trying new recipes, don’t worry! I can completely understand the convenience of buying tortillas from the grocery store. This is especially true if you are a parent.

I always look for shortcuts when cooking dinner for my kids. Guess what? These homemade tortillas don’t need any obscure ingredients.

As a matter of fact, I can almost guarantee all of them are in your kitchen right now! Plus, you deserve to treat yourself to authentic, yummy tortillas to take taco night to a whole new level.
Here are some inspired dinner ideas using these Homemade Flour Tortillas: Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas and Easy Layered Taco Pie.

hand holding homemade flour tortillas stacked with bright colored napkin

Ingredients Needed to Make Homemade Flour Tortillas

ingredients with flour, butter, water and salt
  • All-purpose flour – It must be all-purpose for best results. Make sure you have it nearby to have some extra when kneading the dough.
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Butter – Make sure it is softened before use (leave it at room temperature for about 30 minutes).
  • Hot water

How To Make Homemade Tortillas

  1. Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl
  2. Using a fork or pastry cutter, cut the softened butter into the dry ingredients. The butter should not be warm or melted. You are looking for a crumb-like texture after it is incorporated. Stir in the hot water until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Flour your work surface and dump the dough out of the bowl. Knead the dough for about 2-3 minutes or until it is soft and less sticky. You can add a little bit more flour as needed.
  4. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a clean bowl to rest for about 45-60 minutes. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel.
  5. Cut your dough into balls depending on what you are using them for. This recipe yields about 10 burrito-sized tortillas or 16 taco-sized tortillas.
  6. Roll out each dough ball over a floured surface with a rolling pin as thin as you can but not thin enough to tear. Heat your skillet to medium-high and cook each side for 30-45 seconds. You should start to see small golden spots.
  7. To keep them warm and moist before serving, stack them under a clean kitchen towel.

Tips and Tricks

  • You can use a flat spatula or wooden spoon when making your dough. If you prefer (and have the means), you can use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment. It cuts down a little on prep time but yields the same result.
  • We love butter in this recipe, but lard or shortening will also work if you are out of butter.
  • A rolling pin works perfectly to make these tortillas. If you own and like to use a tortilla press, feel free! It’s not totally necessary.
  • These are best when warm because they are softer and more pliable. If using leftovers, heat them up in a skillet for about 30 seconds before serving.
homemade flour tortillas stacked with bright colored napkin on gray board

Can Your Freeze Flour Tortillas?

Yes! If you plan to use these homemade tortillas quickly, you can store them in a resealable bag at room temperature for about 48 hours. They also are great for freezing! You can make a batch and store them in the freezer in freezer-safe resealable bags for about 1 month. Just make sure to put some parchment paper in between each tortilla to prevent them from sticking. Defrost for about 1-2 hours before serving.

homemade flour tortillas stacked with bright colored napkin

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Homemade flour tortillas are so delicious! Once you eat freshly made flour tortillas made at home, you’ll never want to go back.
5 from 3 votes

Homemade Flour Tortillas

These Homemade Flour Tortillas are soft, delicious, and super easy to make. You’ll never want store-bought tortillas again after trying these fresh homemade tortillas!
Servings: 8 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 2 minutes
resting: 45 minutes
Total: 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cut the softened butter into the flour mixture with a pastry cutter or fork until you have a crumb like texture similar to sand.
  • Add the hot water to the mixture and stir well.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes, adding just a little extra flour as needed. The dough should be soft and less sticky after kneading.
  • Form the dough into a ball and place in a clean bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 45-60 minutes.
  • Cut the dough into 10 balls for burrito sized tortillas or 16 balls for taco sized tortillas. Flatten the dough balls into circles with your hands. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough out into large circles on a floured surface. Roll the dough as thinly as possible while still being able to pick it up gently without tearing the dough.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla on each side for 30-45 seconds, until golden brown spots appear.
  • Stack the cooked tortillas as you cook to keep them warm and moist and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Serve the tortillas warm with the taco or burrito fillings of your choice.

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Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 377mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg

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