Homemade Flour Tortillas
The ingredients are simple, the process is approachable, and the payoff is huge. Whether you’re making tacos, wraps, burritos, or just want something warm to scoop up leftovers, these tortillas deliver every time.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
rest time 30 minutes mins
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 5 tbsp soft butter or lard
- ⅔ cup warm water
Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
Work in butter or lard until crumbly.
Add warm water and mix until dough forms.
Knead 5 minutes until smooth.
Divide into 8–10 balls and rest 30 minutes.
Roll thin and cook on a hot skillet until lightly browned.
Keep warm and serve.