Homemade Flour Tortillas

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Resting time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 50 mins

  • Servings

    8 tortillas

  • Calories

    157 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish, Others

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Homemade Flour Tortillas

Learn how to make homemade flour tortillas from scratch without a press with this easy recipe! Just 5 ingredients, a rolling pin, and a cast iron skillet!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour plus more for kneading and rolling
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • ½ cup whole milk
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Instructions

  1. In the bowl of a food processor, add flour, baking powder and salt. Pulse 3 to 4 times. Add butter cubes and pulse 10 to 12 times, or until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. With the food processor running, stream in the milk and process until a wet dough forms.
  3. Lightly flour a work surface and transfer the dough on top. Knead until a smooth dough forms, about 3 minutes. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for up to 1 hour.
  4. Lightly flour your work surface again, then cut the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then cover with a tea towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Once rested, roll each dough ball into a large round that is almost paper thin and 7-inches in diameter.
  6. When all the dough has been rolled out, heat a dry, coated cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. You can test if the skillet is hot enough by sprinkling a few drops of water on the skillet. If it sizzles and evaporates right away, the skillet is ready.
  7. Working with one tortilla at a time, place on the hot skillet and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown with a few dark brown spots.
  8. Serve warm, or reheat in the microwave before using.

Notes

  • Storage: Tortillas can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the fridge. Warm in the microwave. You can also freeze homemade tortillas for up to 3 months. It's best to separate them between sheets of parchment paper and store them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
  • Tips: Allow the dough to rest. This is important as it relaxes the gluten, making it easier to roll it out.
  • Use parchment paper. If the dough sticks to the rolling pin or work area, place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to create a barrier.
  • Use a hot skillet. Make sure your pan is hot before cooking the tortillas. You can test by sprinkling a few drops of water - if it sizzles and evaporates, it's ready.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 157kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 21mg (7%) Sodium 93mg (4%) Potassium 50mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 244IU (5%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8tortillas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 157kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 93mg 4%
Potassium 50mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 244IU 5%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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