Soft Flour Tortillas Recipe (Easy Homemade Tortillas)
This Soft Flour Tortillas Recipe is simple, budget-friendly, and delivers perfectly soft, flexible tortillas every time! Made with just a few pantry staples, these homemade tortillas are ideal for wraps, tacos, burritos, or quesadillas. Once you try making them from scratch, you’ll never go back to store-bought!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Rolling Pin
- Cast iron skillet or griddle
- Kitchen towel or tortilla warmer
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour (or mix with whole wheat)
- Salt
- Warm water
- Oil, butter, or shortening
Instructions
- Mix Dough: Combine flour, salt, and fat. Gradually add warm water until a soft dough forms.
- Knead: Work dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Rest: Cover with a damp towel and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Divide & Roll: Portion into 12 balls. Roll each into thin rounds.
- Cook: Heat skillet. Cook tortillas 30–60 seconds per side until puffed and golden spots appear.
- Serve: Stack in a towel or tortilla warmer to keep soft.
Notes
- Resting dough is essential for softness and easy rolling.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for authentic flavor and even cooking.
- Whole-wheat flour adds nutrition but may reduce softness—mix with all-purpose for balance.
- Store in airtight bags for 3–4 days or freeze up to 2 months with parchment between layers.
- Reheat in a skillet or microwave with a damp towel to restore softness.
- Tortillas should puff slightly when cooked—this is a sign of perfect texture.