These Homemade Flour Tortillas are soft, warm, and incredibly easy to make from scratch. With just a few simple ingredients like flour, butter, and water, you can create tortillas that are far better than store-bought. They cook quickly in a hot skillet, puffing up as they cook and developing light golden spots. The result is a tender, flexible tortilla that is perfect for homemade tacos.
Why This Recipe Works
The butter adds richness and helps create a soft, tender texture, while the simple dough comes together quickly without any complicated steps. Letting the dough rest allows the gluten to relax, making it easier to roll out and resulting in softer tortillas.
Tips for the Best Flour Tortillas
- Cut the butter into the flour until it resembles a coarse meal to ensure even texture.
- Add the water gradually so the dough comes together without becoming too sticky.
- Let the dough rest before rolling to make shaping easier and prevent shrinking.
- Roll the tortillas thin for the best texture and even cooking.
- Cook on a hot skillet so they puff slightly and develop light golden spots.
What to Serve with Flour Tortillas
These tortillas are incredibly versatile and work with a wide variety of dishes. Some great uses include:
Storage Tips
Store tortillas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. To reheat, warm in a skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel to keep them soft. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months and thawed as needed.
Homemade Tortillas
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 cup water
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, cubed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
- Add the cubed butter and use a fork to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.
- Add the water gradually, mixing and kneading gently until a smooth dough forms and all the flour is incorporated.
- Divide the dough into 20 equal pieces and roll each into a ball. Cover with a damp towel and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- On a lightly floured surface, flatten and roll each dough ball into a thin round, about 6 inches in diameter.
- Place a tortilla onto the hot skillet and cook for about 30 seconds per side, until bubbles form and light golden spots appear.
- Remove and stack the cooked tortillas, covering them with a clean towel to keep warm.
- Serve immediately.
This recipe was inspired by Homemade Flour Tortillas on iamhomesteader.com
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