There is something special about homemade flour tortillas. A few simple pantry staples come together into something warm, soft, and comforting, and once you make them from scratch it is hard to go back to store bought.
We use these for everything around here—tacos, wraps, quesadillas, breakfast burritos, quick lunches, and easy dinners. They freeze beautifully too, making them one of those practical recipes that is always worth having tucked away.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This is one of those recipes that quietly becomes a staple. The ingredients are simple, the process is straightforward, and they fit into so many meals.
The tortillas stay soft and flexible, work for just about anything, and freeze well for busy days. We use them for sandwiches, copycat fast food breakfasts, wraps on the go, and quick dinners when time is short.
Once you make them a few times, they become second nature.
Ingredients Needed
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Butter
- Water
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Skillet or cast iron pan
- Kitchen towel
Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2: Add the melted butter and warm water. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 3: Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Step 4: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a smooth ball.
Step 5: Cover again and allow the dough balls to rest another 15 minutes.
Step 6: On a lightly floured surface, flatten each ball and roll very thin.
Step 7: Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Step 8: Cook each tortilla for about 30 -60 seconds per side, flipping as soon as bubbles begin to form.
Step 9: Transfer finished tortillas to a plate and keep covered with a damp towel until all tortillas are cooked.
Tips & Tricks
Resting the dough makes rolling much easier.
Roll thinner than expected since they puff slightly while cooking.
Keep cooked tortillas covered to help them stay soft.
Freeze extras for easy meals later.
Storage & Leftovers
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days.
For longer storage, cool completely and freeze with parchment between layers for up to 3 months.
Warm gently in a skillet before serving.
Homemade flour tortillas are one of those little things that make everyday meals feel extra special. They are simple to make, practical to keep on hand, and have saved many quick lunches and easy dinners around here.
Watch me make this recipe here:
Easy Homemade Flour Tortillas
Soft homemade flour tortillas made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for tacos, wraps, burritos, and freezer meals.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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2 teaspoons salt
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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1 cup warm water
Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2: Add the melted butter and warm water. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 3: Cover the dough and let rest for 15 minutes.
Step 4: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a smooth ball.
Step 5: Cover again and allow the dough balls to rest another 15 minutes.
Step 6: On a lightly floured surface, flatten each ball and roll very thin.
Step 7: Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Step 8: Cook each tortilla for about 30-60 seconds per side, flipping as soon as bubbles appear.
Step 9: Transfer finished tortillas to a plate and keep covered with a damp towel until ready to serve.
