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Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas

March 6, 2025 by Lindsay 184 Comments

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These Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas are made with just 4 ingredients. They’re so easy to make and taste way better than store-bought! Perfect for healthy lunches and dinners.

These Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas are made with just 4 ingredients. They're so easy to make and taste way better than store-bought! Perfect for healthy lunches and dinners.

**Posted 7/2013. Updated 3/2025*

Hi Friends!

Today I want to teach you guys how to make a Homemade Whole Wheat Tortilla! Whole-grain tortillas have been on my to-make list for quite a while now. If you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time, you know that I’m semi-obsessed with tortillas because they’re perfect for pretty much any meal. Throw some scrambled eggs and cheese inside for a breakfast quesadilla, add peanut butter and sliced bananas for a snack or turn them into tacos for lunch or dinner. 

Are homemade tortillas healthier than store-bought tortillas?

Even though I do my best to buy brands that are 100% whole wheat and low in sodium, it’s rare that I can find a brand with an ingredient list that satisfies me. Often born of necessity, many store-bought varieties have preservatives and higher sodium levels to help give them a longer shelf life.

If you have the time to make your own, you just need a few simple ingredients and they keep for several days in the fridge.

And for the weeks you don’t have time to make your own? Here are the Best Healthy Store-Bought Tortillas.

Whole wheat tortillas versus white flour tortillas

The biggest benefit of choosing whole wheat tortillas is that they tend to be a bit higher in fiber and other nutrients since whole grains are being used. White tortillas are made with refined white flour which means many of the nutrients have been removed.

When I make homemade tortillas I use white whole-wheat flour which is a little lighter than whole-wheat flour but you can also feel free to experiment with things like sprouted wheat flour or some alternatives to wheat flour like chickpea or cassava flour.

How to make whole wheat tortillas without a tortilla press?

Although I’m sure having a tortilla press comes in handy if you make tortillas often, it’s one kitchen gadget that I don’t have. This is the one I would get though. (aff link)

If you don’t have one, there are several things you can use to press the dough flat including:

  • A glass pie tin
  • A heavy flat-bottomed skillet (if the bottom isn’t totally smooth you can put a large ziploc bag on top of the dough and then press down with the pan
  • A dinner plate
  • A heavy book

These Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas are made with just 4 ingredients. They're so easy to make and taste way better than store-bought! Perfect for healthy lunches and dinners.

Whole Wheat Tortilla Recipe

Until now. And guess what? They are SUPER easy to make and only require 4 ingredients! Win!

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With only 4 ingredients, these tortillas do away with the store brand mystery ingredient list. Roll them up and enjoy with breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

  • Author: Lindsay
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 c warm water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the flour, oil and salt.
  2. Slowly add the warm water while stirring until a rough dough comes together. Add a little extra water if needed.
  3. Turn the dough onto the counter and knead for about two minutes.
  4. Return to bowl and let rest for 20 minutes.
  5. Divide dough into 8 equal balls.
  6. Roll each ball into a circle (you want them to be pretty thin)
  7. Heat a pan over medium high heat and grease lightly.
  8. Drop one dough circle into the pan and let cook until bubbles form- about 1 minute.
  9. Flip over and cook another minute, pressing down with a spatula if needed. Repeat with remaining dough.
  10. Use immediately, store in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze.

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Whole Wheat Flour Tortillas FAQS

What is the best type of flour for making whole wheat tortillas?

My favorite flour to use is white whole wheat flour. I find it’s lighter and not quite as dense as whole wheat flour. Here’s an article that describes the difference between whole wheat and white whole wheat flour.

Can you make whole wheat tortillas without oil?

If you don’t want to use oil, you could try substituting butter or shortening. Here’s a specific recipe for homemade flour tortillas made with butter.

How do you make soft and pliable whole wheat tortillas?

I’ve found the key to making soft and pliable tortillas is to not make them too thin. If you press them out too thin, they will dry out and crack or crisp up too much while baking.

You also need to store them in a sealed bag or container so they don’t dry out!

Made with just 4 ingredients, this recipe for Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas is easy to make and tastes way better than store-bought!

How do I prevent whole wheat tortillas from being too dry?

If you find your tortillas are too dry, you likely need to add more water. You could try increasing the water in this recipe to 3/4 cup.

What is the best way to store whole wheat tortillas to keep them fresh?

Let the tortillas cool completely and then store in a ziploc bag in the fridge.

How long do homemade whole wheat tortillas last?

Your tortillas should be fine in the fridge for about 5 days if stored properly

Can I freeze whole wheat tortillas for later use?

Yes! Cool completely and then stack and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. To thaw, simply transfer to the refrigerator.

What are some creative ways to use whole wheat tortillas?

There are tons of things you can make with these homemade tortillas! They’re perfect for:

  • Wraps
  • Tacos
  • Quesadillas
  • Easy Layered Taco Bake
  • Extra Crispy Bar Style Tortilla Pizza
  • Baked flour tortilla chips
  • Baked Ranch Taquitos
  • Breakfast Enchilada Casserole

Here are 25 things to make when you’ve got tortillas on hand.

How to make vegan whole wheat tortillas?

This tortilla recipe is naturally vegan since the ingredients don’t contain any animal products.

Can I make gluten-free by using alternative flours?

If you need your tortillas to be gluten-free I would look for a recipe that is specifically designed using an alternative flour. Here are some ideas:

  • High Protein Lentil Wrap Tortillas
  • Gluten-Free Flour Tortillas
  • Chickpea Tortillas
  • Almond Flour Tortillas

Homemade whole wheat tortillas made with 4 simple ingredients

Let’s chat: Do you make your own tortillas? Flour or corn?

If you’re a corn tortilla person check out my Homemade Corn Tortillas recipe here. 

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Filed Under: Dinner, Food Prep, Lunch, Side Dish Tagged With: Oil, White Whole Wheat Flour

About Lindsay

Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    It’s amazing how easy it is to make tortillas. I’ve been making my own quinoa and buckwheat ones and I can’t get over how gosh darn simple they are to make.
    Usually, I make them more flatbread style though, since I like them thicker. So good.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Femme Fitale says

      July 11, 2013 at 1:57 AM

      I totally agree with you on the crazy ingredient list. Homemade is so much better. Making these next week!!!

      Lisa: such a good idea with the buckwheat flour. Yum!

      Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:28 AM

      oooho that sounds fab! what recipe to you use?

      Reply
      • Lisa says

        July 11, 2013 at 7:57 PM

        I use this one: http://www.lisalately.com/buckwheat-quinoa-flatbread ! If I want it thinner, I just add a bit more water too!

        Reply
    • Miachel (Spiced Curiosity) says

      July 11, 2013 at 10:52 AM

      Yum! What ratios do you use for quinoa & buckwheat?

      Lindsay, thanks for posting this delicious recipe! 🙂

      Reply
      • Lisa says

        July 11, 2013 at 7:58 PM

        I use this recipe Miachel http://www.lisalately.com/buckwheat-quinoa-flatbread
        and you can totally change up the quinoa – buckwheat ratio. It’s pretty cool!

        Reply
    • DJ says

      August 7, 2013 at 5:22 PM

      We have been making homemade flatbread for 8 years or so. We have used white flour:-( which was before I knew anything about nutrition), we have used spelt, aramath, all sorts of flours. Our oldest daughter who is now 14 has been in charge of making them for the past two years. She is GREAT at it. She never measures and has to feed a family of eight!!!

      Reply
      • Lindsay says

        August 12, 2013 at 9:18 AM

        that’s awesome! good for her!

        Reply
  2. Carrie @ FamilyFitnessFood.com says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Love this!! Pinned and saved for when I can get to it.

    Reply
  3. Charissa says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    This has been on my kitchen to-do list for a while! I want to see if I can make some lower carb ones…thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:27 AM

      have fun! can’t wait to see what you come up with!

      Reply
  4. Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    You are so right about the list of ingredients on a package of tortillas. I’ve seen longer ones than the one you showed too. I think I need to try this. Fresh tortillas are absolutely the best!

    Reply
  5. HollieisFueledByLOLZ says

    July 11, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    When you posted these on instagram I was so excited. They look so easy and the list of ingredients is perfect.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:27 AM

      let me know if you give them a try!

      Reply
  6. MIZ says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS as my child is tortilla smitten and DAMN that ingredient list is long even in the best of em!!!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:27 AM

      yay! she would probably love rolling them out with the rolling pin!

      Reply
  7. lindsay says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    you know my initial thought… think GF flour would work?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:26 AM

      i haven’t a clue. but def worth a try i’d say 🙂

      Reply
    • Natalie says

      March 14, 2024 at 11:03 PM

      Thanks for this recipe! They’re simple and yummy. Tips for rolling them thin? They always want to pull back in they aren’t quite as thin as I’d like and take awhile to roll

      Reply
  8. Pamela Hernandez says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    I haven’t made my own but I might now! I love fresh tortillas – especially corn.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:26 AM

      corn is next on my list to try!

      Reply
  9. Anne @ CandyCrazedrun.wordpress.com says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Done, done, and done, those look great!
    One of my favorite things about “common” breads like tortillas, or naan is that while being delicious, they are so simple!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:26 AM

      me too! love it!

      Reply
  10. Tina @ Best Body Fitness says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:21 AM

    I SO need to do this!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      go for it! kiddos can help with the rolling pin 🙂

      Reply
  11. Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    This is something that’s been on my “to make” list for awhile too. These look delicious and so simple too…cannot wait to give this a try!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      yay!! enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Kelly@KellyRunsforFood says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Wow, I had no idea tortillas were that easy to make! I’m gonna have to save this one.

    Reply
  13. Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Yup. Making these.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      enjoy, friend 🙂

      Reply
  14. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    wow that’s a whole lot simpler than i thought it was going to be after seeing your picture on ig! very cool!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      right?! i thought it was going to be so complicated. but no!

      Reply
  15. Heather Murphy says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    I love this recipe! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      you’re welcome!!

      Reply
  16. Danica @ It's Progression says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    I’m seriously going to give this a try today. They look so easy to make – I was thinking the same thing when I read this post, “why haven’t I done this before?!” 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      yay! let me know how they turn out!

      Reply
  17. Hannah @ Sprints & Scones says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    I JUST said “I need to learn to make tortillas asap” because Im moving to a Mexican food desert. These look perfect!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      hope they fill the void for you 🙂

      Reply
  18. Dianne says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Anyone tried this with quinoa flour? I might give it a go and see what happens

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 11, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      not yet. let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  19. misszippy says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    This is awesome…I hate all the extras in commercial tortillas, too! Will be making these, for sure.

    Reply
  20. Ashlee@HisnHers says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    Doesnt get much simpler than that! I live in Texas, aka home to the best Mexican food ever, and have never made tortillas. It’s intimidating! But this doesnt look so bad…Ill def have to try it out!

    Reply
  21. Heather (Where's the Beach) says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    I have looked up several recipes over the years and have yet to try to make my own tortillas. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  22. Annie says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Wow I can’t believe how simple these look! I live alone and don’t have a freezer so I never eat tortillas as there are always so many left. Problem solved!

    Reply
  23. Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    This is soooo awesome! I can’t wait to try it out!

    Reply
  24. Brittany (Healthy Slice of Life) says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    So simple, so amazing! How long will they keep for do you think?

    Reply
  25. Nisa says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    Thank you for this! So much! Very simple.

    Reply
  26. Alison says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    I am totally trying this!! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  27. Heather says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    Wow – genius! Did they stay soft in the fridge?

    Reply
  28. Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    I’ve never made my own tortillas, but they sure do sound simple enough! These look great!

    Reply
  29. Sara @ fitcupcaker says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    I’ve never made my own but these look so easy! I can’t wait to try this.

    [WORDPRESS HASHCASH] The poster sent us ‘0 which is not a hashcash value.

    Reply
  30. Patricia says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Awesome! Been trying to eat more whole foods & cut down on ingredient lists. Thanks for sharing this!!

    Reply
  31. Andrea @ pencils and pancakes says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Wow how simple!! Great idea

    Reply
  32. Meredith @ DareYouTo says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    NICE way to simplify that messy list of unnecessary ingredients!

    Reply
  33. Becky @ Olives n Wine says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    I love this!! I always thought it was super hard to make my own tortillas…. This seems so simple!

    Reply
  34. Lauren says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    These look incredibly easy even though I’d probably end up with tortillas in very odd shapes. But hey, that makes them fun to eat right?!

    Reply
  35. Kaitlin says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Can’t wait to try these!! Thanks so much for the recipe!

    Reply
  36. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    Genius! We’ve tried to make our own flour tortillas before but the ingredient list was a lot longer and a lot more labor intensive. Definitely trying this!

    Reply
  37. Elle says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    I used to make something very similar but now that I am not eating grains, I make mine with cauliflower and they are soft and lovely.

    Nice pics!

    Reply
  38. Christine says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    These look so good! I’ve been striking out in the stores for cleaner/healthier versions of tortillas and wraps, so these would be perfect! Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  39. Jeremy Logsdon says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    This makes me really happy! I’ve been wanting to make my own tortillas but haven’t been willing to experiment; this seems pretty straight forward!

    Reply
  40. Jolynn @ Lift Pray Love says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Genius!

    Reply
  41. Tanya says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    I tried making some about a month ago and they turned out stiff. Are these soft? I should try this one. My recipes didn’t use any oil or butter so maybe that is why.

    Reply
  42. Laura @losingrace says

    July 11, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    I’ve made my own before mainly because I realized I was out of them and wanted a quesedilla really bad. LOL so I had looked up a recipe but I feel like I had to put more into it than this, I really like that there are only 4 ingredients. Going to have to try this next time!

    Reply
  43. Alysia @ Slim Sanity says

    July 11, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    I’ve always thought the SAME thing about the ingredients list with tortillas! I never find one that’s remotely short. I’ve been eating corn tortillas for breakfast tacos lately though.

    I’m definitely giving this recipe a try!

    Reply
  44. Annette@FitnessPerks says

    July 11, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    Oh this is awesome!!! Can’t wait to try! Thanks girl <3

    Reply
  45. GiGi Eats Celebrities says

    July 11, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Well lady, it’s time to BAG those puppies up and SELL EM! That is what we WANT & NEED to see on shevles! 🙂

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    Reply
  46. Kim says

    July 11, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    I love tortillas – especially the wheat ones!
    These look way easier than I would have thought.
    Pinned to try SOON!!
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  47. Jan @ Sprouts n Squats says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    These look fantastic! I can’t eat wheat otherwise I’d definitely be giving these a go.

    Reply
  48. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Who knew that it could be so easy to make your own tortillas and that they would use so few ingredients! I am loving this.

    Reply
  49. Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    Love it! I made these once in Ithaca with a friends tortilla press… as we were ready to leave Houston, we bought one for ourselves… this is the perfect motivation to actually use it!

    Reply
  50. Jody - Fit at 55 says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    LOVE!!!! SO EASY!!! Even for me! 😉 I am thinking you can add cinnamon (dessert tortilla) or other flavoring is you want to change the taste of the tortilla – what do you think?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 15, 2013 at 9:04 AM

      i think that sounds fabulous!

      Reply
  51. Angie (@AMothersPace3) says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:36 PM

    I finally was able to check out your recipe today and mine is basically the same. http://onceamonthmom.com/homemade-flour-tortillas-recipe/ I think I need to roll them out better when I make them so that they turn out thinner. They are delicious but I haven’t made them for awhile. Now I’m in the mood to make them again, thanks!!

    Reply
  52. Victoria @ Reluctantly Skinny says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    I really want to try to make my own corn tortillas. The ingredients on some of these things are sketchy, and I’ve got a bag of corn flour sitting in my pantry…

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 15, 2013 at 9:04 AM

      me too! that’s next on my list!

      Reply
  53. Mitzi says

    July 12, 2013 at 3:01 AM

    Your recipe calls for White Whole Wheat? That flour is still brownish correct? Not completely white?
    I have never used white whole wheat, what I have done instead is mix in some white all purpose with all natural whole wheat flour. I guess I gotta check out the “white whole wheat” flour.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 12, 2013 at 9:18 AM

      yeah it’s still brownish..it’s just lighter than regular whole wheat flour!

      Reply
  54. calee says

    July 12, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Lindsay, you are a life saver. I’m allergic to almost all cereal grains (except, weirdly, wheat), and i can’t find a straight-up wheat bread option (everything has barley, oats, rye, corn, potato, etc.).

    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 15, 2013 at 9:03 AM

      awesome! hope you like them!

      Reply
  55. PluvK says

    July 12, 2013 at 11:38 PM

    Lindsay, how did you know?! I’ve been searching around for an easy whole wheat version. Thank you!

    Reply
  56. Ari @ Ari's Menu says

    July 15, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Is that really all that goes into them??? I need to make my own ASAP!

    Reply
  57. Hannah @ Sprints & scones says

    August 2, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    I JUST made these and they turned out great. They were so quick. I used regular whole wheat flour and so far they are pretty soft. I am going to reheat them in the skillet before dinner and hope they stay as yummy!

    Reply
  58. rupsi says

    August 15, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Hey…loved to know that u like and make tortilla’s so well..

    Actually i am from India and here we this our staple food and we make it for lunch and dinner daily…its called “ROTI OR CHAPPATI” here in india…:)

    Reply
  59. Jess says

    September 22, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    Trying these with multigrain pastry flour. The dough is a little sticky but I will add a but more flour after it rests. So excited to do this recipe

    Reply
  60. Debbie says

    December 24, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    Do you use hard white wheat or soft white wheat?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 2, 2014 at 8:58 AM

      I’m not sure? I just buy the white whole wheat flour at the store!

      Reply
  61. jo says

    December 24, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    I often buy tortillas or pitas and make chips, but if I can make them myself even better! I’m making these today.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 2, 2014 at 8:57 AM

      hope they turned out well!

      Reply
      • jo says

        February 17, 2014 at 3:20 PM

        They are fantastic! Won’t need to try any more recipes. They work great for chips. I cut the rounds into eighths and freeze them in a bag so the chips are precut and ready to bake. Thanks!

        Reply
  62. Summer says

    January 23, 2014 at 11:21 PM

    Hi – Do I have to use white whole wheat or can I just use whole wheat?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 24, 2014 at 7:36 AM

      i’ve never tried with regular whole wheat. it should work. might just be a little denser.

      Reply
  63. Darlene says

    January 24, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    I recently saw a commercial tortilla made from whole wheat and black beans. A friend wants to try them so I suggested we make some. (I do make flour tortillas regularly.)
    Any ideas on the ratio of black beans to flour? Because the beans will add some moisture, I’ll add water in small increments.
    Other thoughts or ideas on this?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 24, 2014 at 3:02 PM

      Hmmm, i’d maybe start with like 2/3 flour, 1/3 beans? If that turns out well maybe you could even work up to half and half?

      Reply
      • Darlene says

        January 24, 2014 at 4:03 PM

        This is a good start point. Thank you.

        Reply
  64. Melissa says

    February 13, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    This is awesome. Maybe this has been mentioned, but I’m wondering about freezing them uncooked. I think it would work to roll them out and stack them in a round Tupperware with wax paper in between. That way I could pull out what I need, and I think I could probably cook them straight from frozen, if I used low heat. What do you think?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 13, 2014 at 11:10 AM

      I think it would work. You could also try cooking them, letting them cool completely and then freezing them and just defrosting when you need them!

      Reply
  65. sandy says

    March 16, 2014 at 11:28 AM

    i was searching for a good recipe on wheat olive oil tortillas and I came across yours….I am trying them now and it just seems like maybe the baking powder would help to make them soft? well, I am using a iron cast tortilla grill…it makes them especially quick to get brown on both sides fast….so maybe this would be another venture to try with your recipe…anyhow thank you and I will let you know about the taste…..

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      March 21, 2014 at 10:33 AM

      hope they worked out well. i’ve figured out mine stay soft as long as i don’t roll them too thin!

      Reply
  66. Lane says

    March 19, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    This recipe and post is fantastic! My only question is: does any know the nutritional facts that go along with this recipe? Ie : calories, fat calories, carbs and protein per serving and the amount a serving is?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      March 19, 2014 at 10:37 PM

      I don’t post the nutrition info but if you want it, you can always put the recipe into a free recipe calculator like spark people or my fitness pal!

      Reply
      • Lane says

        March 20, 2014 at 8:38 AM

        Thanks for the quick response! And I didn’t even know such calculators existed! Will do! Awesome! Thank you again for the great recipe!

        Reply
  67. Alyssa says

    April 19, 2014 at 10:46 PM

    I just gave these a try, and they look nothing like the picture… I did use regular whole wheat flour, so I wasn’t expecting them to be the same as store-bought, but they are pretty stiff, despite following the recipe. They also don’t have any of the dark brown spots, and when I tried cooking it longer, it turned crispy like a taco shell! Any thoughts on what I did wrong? I really want this recipe to work for me because it was very simple, and I love how few ingredients are required!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 21, 2014 at 2:10 PM

      make sure you don’t roll them too thin. the thinner they are, the stiffer they get and they crack easier. Also if your dough was too dry you may need to add a little water. The dark brown spots come from when the tortilla bubbles up in the pan so make sure you have your pan hot enough and don’t flip before it starts bubbling. Sometimes the first one or two don’t bubble as much but the rest should.

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      • Alyssa says

        April 21, 2014 at 10:40 PM

        Thank you for the tips! I will try it again…mine never bubbled, so I think adding more water would have helped!

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  68. Lori says

    May 14, 2014 at 7:17 PM

    We generally cook with spelt flour in the home, so I tried this with spelt. I’ll need to tweak the recipe a bit, but my oldest (who’s not that old) exclaimed that the quesadillas I made with this recipe were terrific and that he wished Dad were here (he’s at work) because he would certainly like these. And this coming from a kid who rarely eats my chicken and doesn’t like cheese too often anymore. Thanks!

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    • Lindsay says

      May 22, 2014 at 6:58 PM

      i’m so glad to hear that!

      Reply
  69. Sunny says

    July 7, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Hi, I come from Taiwan.
    I just want to tell you that this is my first time making tortillas, and I’m happy to say it was a big success!! Never felt so proud of myself haha 😉
    And my family love these too. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe, can’t wait to try another one!

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    • Lindsay says

      July 18, 2014 at 10:28 AM

      yay! i’m so glad they worked out for you!

      Reply
  70. Mary says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:26 PM

    These turned out great. Better than any I have made before. I used the dough setting on my bread machine to knead them. Tastes good too!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 18, 2014 at 10:22 AM

      yay!!! so glad to hear it!

      Reply
  71. Jctroup says

    August 3, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    I googled a recipe for homemade tortillas and found this one. Trying these now! Love all the ideas in the comments. This was extremely simple. The hardest part is allowing the dough to rest for 20 minutes.

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  72. Tessa says

    August 12, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    These are really great tortillas!! My family is obsessed!!! Thanks for the recipe

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    • Lindsay says

      August 13, 2014 at 9:07 AM

      yay! i’m so glad you like them!

      Reply
  73. shajahan says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:33 AM

    me too! love it!

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  74. victoria says

    September 3, 2014 at 11:27 AM

    OMG thank you so much for this recipe! I had never tried homemade tortillas before and I love these! I’m never buying tortillas again 😛 yummy yummy yummy!

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    • Lindsay says

      September 3, 2014 at 1:15 PM

      so glad you like them!

      Reply
  75. Kate says

    September 28, 2014 at 1:48 PM

    These were so fabulous! I added a wee dollop of my sourdough starter for extra flavour and it worked perfectly. They were soft and puffy and flavoursome. Perfect with some homemade falafel and salad.

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    • Lindsay says

      September 28, 2014 at 9:23 PM

      so glad you liked them!

      Reply
  76. Jason Smeed says

    October 12, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    My fiancé makes these all the time now. We love them. Thanks for the recipe!

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  77. Patricia says

    December 4, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    I’m definitely gonna try this. I have made the flour tortillas several times. I have found once u make like 5 or so& cook. put them in a closed ziplock bag & let them sit in the microwave for a bit. It steams them & makes them soft 🙂

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  78. Cheryl Goodell says

    January 3, 2015 at 10:34 PM

    Fabulous! I really wanted a nutritious alternative to the store brand chemical concoctions, and this is it. I was really surprised at how quick it was to turn out a batch that will last us the week.

    Thanks so much!

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  79. Beth @Goodness Gracious Living says

    January 24, 2015 at 1:16 PM

    Great recipe! Any chance you know of a gluten free version of a minimally processed tortilla made from rice flour or another flour, other than corn tortillas?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 26, 2015 at 1:55 PM

      i don’t, sorry!

      Reply
  80. Bobby says

    January 28, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    I tried this recipe and froze the tortillas after cooking them. They looked great straight after cooking. However, I defrosted one the next day in the microwave and it hardened before I had chance to eat it! Any suggestions on how to keep them soft, even though i am freezing them?

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    • Lindsay says

      January 28, 2015 at 12:00 PM

      i’ve noticed that mine get hard if i roll them too thin. make sure you aren’t rolling them paper thin, instead make them compareable to storebought in thickness…and make sure they’re all the way cool before freezing? i’ve never tried freezing them so i’m not sure if that affects it or not?

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      • John F Frey says

        January 20, 2025 at 10:57 AM

        Freezing works fantastic. I pull out what I need, and they thaw quickly and are fresh.

        Reply
  81. andrec loete says

    February 25, 2015 at 1:45 AM

    i just tried my own all purpose gluten and corn free flour and made awesome tortillas. 200g, 2 T oil and about 150ml water. 1/2t baking powder and salt. easy peasy. used them for wrap. made 6.

    thanks for directions.

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    • Lindsay says

      February 25, 2015 at 11:55 AM

      glad they turned out well!

      Reply
  82. Katie @ Mom to Mom Nutrition says

    March 5, 2015 at 12:37 PM

    Ummm how easy is this?!?! I had no idea making your own tortillas was this simple. I’m making tacos tonight— next time I’ll try your tortillas to go along with them!

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  83. Rob Bingham says

    March 20, 2015 at 11:22 PM

    I’m super stoked try these, they have to be so much cleaner and tastier than what’s in the shops. Should be perfect for some breakfast burritos. Nice one!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      March 22, 2015 at 10:59 PM

      hope you like them!

      Reply
  84. Roberto says

    May 4, 2015 at 3:30 PM

    When you say you use white whole wheat flour for your tortillas are you referring to hard white or soft white? I believe that the original flour tortillas used a soft white (low gluten) which grew well in northern Mexico and the southern U.S. but I’m not sure about this.

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    • Lindsay says

      May 4, 2015 at 10:08 PM

      honestly i’m not sure. i just buy the bag that says white whole wheat

      Reply
  85. Donna says

    May 5, 2015 at 5:35 PM

    I love this recipe. I must admit I was skeptical about so few ingredients tasting good. I was very pleasantly surprised! Thanks.

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    • Lindsay says

      May 5, 2015 at 11:14 PM

      so glad you like them!

      Reply
  86. Chris Stevenson says

    May 19, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    Always wanted to try making my own tortilla shells so I tried your recipe the other day. I used Bob’s Red Mill organic whole wheat flower and they came out great!

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  87. Terri says

    July 1, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    I make the majority of the corn tortillas that we eat, my husband is really good at helping me with these. He has been in Mexico for a year and says he misses our tortillas, they don’t make them at home in Mexico, they are all store bought. I’ve had a few experiments with flour tortillas and when he gets home I’m gonna get better at them.

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  88. Wendy @ Wholistic Woman says

    October 20, 2015 at 12:12 PM

    I’ve always wanted to try making my own tortillas – thank you for sharing!

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  89. Trish says

    October 21, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Oh my gosh, I have ALWAYS wanted to make my own tortillas! For some reason, they always seem so intimidating. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  90. Raquel says

    November 6, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    What would the measurement for coconut oil be on this recipe?

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    • Lindsay says

      November 6, 2015 at 2:27 PM

      i’m not sure since i don’t use it all that often. you could try with just equal parts liquid coconut oil and see how they turn out!

      Reply
  91. Marie says

    April 5, 2016 at 10:17 PM

    This is my go to tortilla recipe. I usually make taco bowls but if I ever crave legit tacos, then I always make these tortillas! And the rest of my family loves them too!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      April 7, 2016 at 10:13 PM

      yay! so glad you like them!

      Reply
  92. Christina says

    June 24, 2016 at 7:45 AM

    Hi there!

    I really love wholewheat tortillas for lunch because possibilities are endless!
    My question is, how long to keep them refrigerated in a ziploc bag before they turn dry or mouldy?

    Thanks a lot.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 25, 2016 at 1:59 PM

      they should be fine for 4-5 days

      Reply
      • Christina says

        June 26, 2016 at 3:07 AM

        Thank you! Will make some tomorrow 🙂

        Reply
  93. Dawn says

    August 17, 2016 at 10:24 PM

    These are awesome! I used a little more water than 2/3 to get a good consistency. I’ll be making these often!

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    • Lindsay says

      August 17, 2016 at 10:26 PM

      so glad you liked them!

      Reply
  94. Gladys says

    September 5, 2016 at 6:33 PM

    I followed your recipe exactly, except I added 1/2 tsp aluminum-free baking powder as well. I realized too late that I did not have a rolling pin to roll the eight portions out, so I “pet” them out with my hands. They turned out puffy, tender and delicious! Thank you!

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    • Lindsay says

      September 5, 2016 at 9:36 PM

      glad you enjoyed!

      Reply
  95. Nancy Bailey says

    October 12, 2016 at 1:08 PM

    I have pretty low quality olive oil (it’s in a clear bottle even though olive oil doesn’t like light) would the recipe also work with coconut oil? I know it might taste a little tropical but I think it shouldn’t be too different

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    • Lindsay says

      October 12, 2016 at 1:52 PM

      I think it should work!

      Reply
  96. Kristin says

    February 9, 2017 at 11:47 AM

    These tortillas are great fresh, but get dried out when I make ahead and freeze breakfast burritos and quesadillas for my kids breakfasts/lunches. Any tips? Also when making quesadillas, do you think I could cook tortilla on 1 side, flip over onto a plate, top with cheese and beans then cook on the other side, to minimize drying out?

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    • Lindsay says

      February 21, 2017 at 6:58 AM

      i think you could do that. have you tried making them a little bit thicker? i’ve noticed mine dry out and crack more when i roll them a bit too thin.

      Reply
  97. dixya @food, pleasure, and health says

    July 24, 2017 at 3:14 PM

    this just inspired me to try making my own tortillas! you make it look so easy and it is probably easy, i have never really tried it.

    Reply
  98. marye says

    July 24, 2017 at 4:06 PM

    I haven’t made homemade tortillas in forever! Yours are beautiful!

    Reply
  99. Erin J. says

    July 25, 2017 at 4:30 AM

    My husband typically cooks, but this is one I actually think I could do!!

    Reply
  100. Melissa @ Made by Melissa Lee says

    July 25, 2017 at 7:30 AM

    I love this recipe! So easy and so many meal options with them!! I’m definitely trying these this week 🙂

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  101. Malini says

    July 25, 2017 at 9:17 AM

    Genius! I’ve been wondering how hard it is to make tortillas – this sounds pretty easy. Thanks for sharing this – perfect for dinner tonight. I have all the ingredients on hand! Score!

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    • Lindsay says

      July 25, 2017 at 9:32 PM

      hope they were a hit!

      Reply
  102. Lindsay says

    July 25, 2017 at 10:51 AM

    How have I never done this?! So easy and healthy! That’s what I am all about. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 25, 2017 at 9:31 PM

      You’re welcome! Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  103. Kim says

    July 27, 2017 at 10:00 AM

    I’ve always wanted to make my own tortillas but have always found it intimidating. This looks like something I could totally do though. I will have to try it!

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  104. Ariana Leon says

    September 7, 2017 at 2:48 PM

    Can I use avocado oil instead of olive oil?

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    • Lindsay says

      September 8, 2017 at 12:34 PM

      that should be fine!

      Reply
  105. Amy says

    June 22, 2018 at 12:38 PM

    Hello, I am looking forward to making these soon!

    What is the cooking surface diameter of the pan you use? About how big are the tortillas once done? A quesadilla recipe I’d like to use these for calls for 10 inch tortillas. Sorry if silly questions… I’m a kitchen rookie!

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    • Lindsay says

      June 24, 2018 at 7:35 PM

      I think i have a 12 inch skillet. You can make them whatever size you want but I’d say most of mine are smaller than 10 inches….probably closer to 8 inches. If you want 10 inch tortillas, just use a little more dough for each one and you’ll make fewer total tortillas.

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  106. Anja says

    November 30, 2018 at 6:37 AM

    Really easy to make and delicious!! I used whole wheat brown flour. I am going to make these all the time!!!

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  107. Tracy Harrison says

    February 11, 2019 at 6:55 AM

    Love this recipe! Thank you, I live in Russia and you can only get white flour tortillas here! And my husband and I have swamped to healthier eating life style. I also tried 1.5 cups of while wheat flour with 1/2 a cup of buckwheat flour which was also great! Thank you! Was my last food to change!

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    • Lindsay says

      February 11, 2019 at 8:36 AM

      yum! love the buckwheat addition!

      Reply
  108. Jenny says

    April 20, 2019 at 2:18 PM

    I made these tortillas todays as I live in Germany and the closest supermarket doesn’t sell any. They were very soft and perfect when I made them. We used them a few hours later for quesadillas and then one cracked, but I believe that was because I had rolled them out very thin and we only had whole wheat flour at hand, but regardless, they were really yummy. I like that it is almost impossible to screw up the recipe. Will definitely try it again with different flour!

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  109. Deborah says

    May 2, 2019 at 9:01 AM

    I lived in mexico for almost 4 years and I’ve never made my own since over there all I had to do was pop down to the corner store and buy them hot off the press. If you wrap them in a tea towel they will perspire a bit and keep soft. I’m going to try this recipe with stoneground brown flour. In South Africa we don’t have a huge range of flour options available. Will let you know how they turned out. Got my beans already soaking so tomorrow I will make bean tacos!

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  110. Louella says

    January 12, 2020 at 12:18 AM

    we loved these fresh off the griddle and found it was best to put extras pretty directly into a zip-top bag. That kept the moisture in them, so they remained pliable and delicious even when reheated.

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  111. Melodi says

    March 3, 2021 at 3:05 PM

    I am so spoiled now. I try really hard to use whole grains but in the case of tortillas I have come up empty handed in my quest for a tasty whole wheat one. This little recipe is a game changer. Thank you from the bottom of my ( healthy) heart.

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  112. Jody says

    February 7, 2023 at 4:41 AM

    I don’t have white whole wheat and I don’t want to use white all purpose. Do u think a combo of spelt and regular whole wheat will work?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 9, 2023 at 11:10 AM

      haven’t had a lot of experience baking with spelt but i think so!

      Reply
  113. Mary Webb says

    March 17, 2023 at 9:00 AM

    Simple ingredients with easy-to-follow instructions. Thank you for posting this.

    Reply
  114. Stacy Carman says

    May 5, 2023 at 1:14 PM

    1st time ever making and they were so easy. Family loved ‘em! Thank you!

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  115. Sia says

    February 4, 2024 at 11:35 PM

    Thank you so much for the recipe. I am on the Daniel Fast and really wanted some tacos but the whole wheat tortillas at the store had a laundry list of additives in them! I tried your recipe and they turned out great. I used a little more water and lightly floured my rolling surface ( since I used more water the dough was a bit sticky). I didn’t have a rolling pin so I just used the handle of my whisk lol. I have an electric stove and heat setting 6 and a light spray in the pan of avocado oil was the winning combo for me. It took a few tries, but I ended up with 6 useable tortillas. I will be making these again and again!

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  116. Jaye Hansen says

    March 19, 2024 at 8:51 PM

    I don’t have any white whole wheat flour, just regular whole wheat flour. Will that work for this recipe? How will it be different?

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    • Lindsay says

      March 21, 2024 at 3:01 PM

      it should still work. Whole wheat flour is just a little denser than white whole wheat. They might need a little extra liquid.

      Reply
  117. Nadine C. says

    February 9, 2025 at 1:30 AM

    İ just tried the reciept and it turned out very nice and easy, thank you so much, but İ see them getting harder after a while..how can i prevent them from getting crispy and how do i keep them soft?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 12, 2025 at 4:50 PM

      store them in a ziploc bag with a paper towel and then microwave or heat in the oven before eating

      Reply

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