Soft, warm, and perfectly flexible homemade flour tortillas made with simple pantry ingredients. These tortillas are great for wraps, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, or a fresh homemade bread alternative.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil, olive oil, or melted butter
- 1 cup warm water (adjust as needed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Add oil and mix until the flour becomes slightly crumbly.
- Slowly add warm water and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Divide dough into 10–12 equal balls.
- Roll each ball into a thin circle on a lightly floured surface.
- Heat a dry skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook each tortilla for 30–60 seconds per side until light golden spots appear.
- Keep cooked tortillas covered with a clean towel to stay soft.
Nutrition Facts (Approx. Per Tortilla)
Calories: 150
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 0g
Fat: 4g
Benefits
- Fresh homemade option with simple ingredients
- No preservatives or unnecessary additives
- Soft and flexible texture for many meals
- Can be customized with whole wheat or high-protein flour
Storage
Store cooled tortillas in an airtight container or zip bag:
- Room temperature: 2 days
- Refrigerator: up to 1 week
- Freezer: up to 3 months
Tips
- Letting the dough rest makes tortillas softer and easier to roll.
- Use warm water for a smoother dough.
- For healthier tortillas, replace half the flour with whole wheat flour.
- Reheat briefly on a hot pan before serving for the best texture.
