Flour tortillas are a staple in many kitchens, perfect for everything from tacos to wraps to quesadillas. While you can easily buy them at the store, there’s something special about making them from scratch. This simple recipe using just three ingredients—flour, heavy whipping cream, and salt—is a trend you don’t want to miss. With minimal effort, you can create soft, fluffy tortillas that will elevate any meal. Plus, I’ll share some essential tips and alternative recipes using oil, butter, or lard for those who like to experiment.
Serve and Enjoy: Transfer your cooked tortillas to a towel or tortilla warmer, which keeps them warm and soft until ready to serve. These tortillas are perfect for tacos, wraps, or simply enjoying with a bit of butter.
Tips for Perfect Tortillas:
Roll Thin Discs: Roll the tortilla dough into very thin discs for the best texture and cooking results.
Get the Heat Right: Use a heavy skillet (I used cast iron) over medium to medium-high heat to cook your tortillas, adjusting as necessary to avoid burning or undercooking.
Keep Tortillas Warm: Transfer your cooked tortillas to a towel or tortilla warmer to keep them warm and soft until serving.
Alternative Oil-Based Tortilla Recipe:
For those who prefer using oil, lard, or butter, here’s an alternative recipe:
2 cups (260g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
2/3 cup (160ml) very warm water
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon light-flavored oil, melted lard, or melted butter
Why Use a Tortilla Press?
A tortilla press is a handy tool that ensures your tortillas are perfectly round and evenly thin, saving you time and effort. If you find yourself making tortillas often, investing in a good-quality tortilla press is definitely worth it.
Making homemade flour tortillas with heavy whipping cream is both simple and DELICIOUS! With just a few basic ingredients, you can enjoy fresh, soft tortillas anytime. Whether you stick with this heavy cream version or try out alternatives with oil, butter, or lard, your homemade tortillas are sure to impress. Don’t forget to consider a tortilla press for even easier tortilla-making!