How to Make Homemade Tortillas

Updated on Jan. 05, 2022

Four ingredients and half an hour is all it takes to make authentic homemade flour tortillas. Learn how with these easy steps.

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Homemade Tortillas

Total Time:30 min
Servings:8 tortillas
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: I usually have to double this flour tortilla recipe because we go through them so quickly. The homemade tortillas are so tender and chewy, you’ll never use store-bought again after learning how to make tortillas. —Kristin Van Dyken, Kennewick, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 tortilla: 159 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1.500 starch, 1 fat.
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 Step 1

Step 1

Divide dough into 1-1/2-inch balls.

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 Step 2

Step 2

Flatten and roll each into a 7-inch circle with a rolling pin.

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 Step 3

Step 3

In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook tortillas over medium heat for 1 minute on each side or until lightly browned.

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 Freezer Tip

Freezer Tip

Well-wrapped tortillas keep in the freezer for up to a month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before using.