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Homemade Soft Flour Tortillas

Homemade Soft Flour Tortillas: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Joy

Homemade Soft Flour Tortillas are quick to make, melt-in-your-mouth, and freezable, making them the perfect addition to any taco night.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 tortillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust if using table salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder skipping it will affect the result
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter can replace with vegetable or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3/4 cup warm water ideal for better blending
For Dusting
  • 1 cup extra flour for preventing sticking while rolling out

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Whisk until there are no clumps.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of warm water. Stir until fully melted and blended.
  3. Pour the melted butter and water mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until a crumbly dough forms.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic. Rest for 10-15 minutes covered with plastic wrap.
  5. Punch down the dough and divide it into 10-12 equal pieces. Shape each into a smooth ball and cover with a kitchen towel for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Roll each dough ball into a 10-12 inch round on a floured surface, ensuring even pressure.
  7. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds, flipping until light golden-brown, keeping them warm under a kitchen towel.
  8. Serve warm or cool completely before storing in a resealable bag lined with parchment paper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tortillaCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These tortillas freeze beautifully, ensuring you have a homemade option ready whenever cravings strike.

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