Homemade Vegan Flour Tortillas

Last Updated on June 7, 2024 by Annie

Learn how to make your own Vegan Flour Tortillas at home with this simple homemade tortilla recipe. Made with just 5 ingredients, this pantry-staple recipe for flour tortillas is sure to be a hit.

A stack of vegan flour tortillas with a small pad of butter on the top of the stack.

When we moved to Connecticut, I knew there were things that would not be the same. One of those things was a good tortilla. Soft, warm, melt in your mouth, cradles your food and never gives up, tortilla. HEB was my go to source for the best flour tortillas at home.

For the first year in the Nutmeg State, I lived in denial. If someone was coming up from Texas they had to bring HEB tortillas. When I went home to visit, my suitcase would be packed with tortillas. I once had my bag searched at the airport because there were so many tortillas they created a concerning image going through x-ray. The man searching my bag judged slightly but I told him if he took my tortillas we would have a problem.

As fate would have it, I am lucky enough to live next door to a fellow Texan. Not only is she from the Lone Star State, she’s an incredible person who grinds her own flour, grows her own vegetables, and teaches her children how to do the same. So when she shared her homemade flour tortilla recipe I knew it would be good. Once you make your first batch you will be just as glad she shared.

Plop eggs into these for the best breakfast tacos. Toss some taco meat in them for a perfect Taco Tuesday. Or slather some vegan butter on and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar for a sweet treat.

A white towel with brown and black lines filled with a stack of vegan flour tortillas.

Vegan Changes to Flour Tortillas

This recipe is naturally dairy-free as well as vegan. Here are some ways to add flavor to the tortillas without adding additional dairy.

  • Vegetable Oil– Used in place of fat or lard, vegetable oil keeps these homemade tortillas deliciously vegan.
  • Plant-Butter– Used for buttering and serving vegan tortillas will keep these homemade tortillas dairy-free as well as vegan.

How to Make Homemade Vegan Flour Tortillas

Ingredients You’ll Need

This simple recipe for vegan flour tortillas is an easy pantry staple recipe made with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

  • Flour– All purpose flour works well in this recipe.
  • Salt– A little kosher salt adds a hint of flavor to the tortillas.
  • Baking Powder– Keeps the tortillas light and airy.
  • Vegetable Oil– We use canola oil for this recipe.
  • Water– Warm tap water works perfectly.
Ingredients for vegan flour tortillas on a wooden counter.

Step-by-Step Directions for Vegan Flour Tortillas

  • Mix the flour, salt, and baking powder in the bowl of a standing mixer with a dough hook attachment.
  • In a liquid measuring cup combine the oil and the water.
  • With the mixer on a slow speed, slowly pour the oil/water mixture into the bowl. Increase the speed and mix together on medium-high until combined.
  • Turn the dough out onto the counter and divide into 16 equal pieces. To do this, I shape the dough into a square and divide into 4 smaller squares. Then I divide each of those squares into 4 more squares.
  • Next roll the dough squares into balls. To do this, I pinch the 4 corners together in my right hand and roll the dough in my left hand.
  • Place the dough, pinch side down, onto a plate. Cover with a clean dishtowel and allow to rest for at least a half hour.
  • Heat a non-stick pan on medium high heat. On a very lightly floured surface roll out the dough balls into circles. It is ok if your first few balls do not come out as perfect circles, the more character, the better.
  • Put the rolled out dough on the skillet and allow to sit for about 30 seconds to 1 minute (until it puffs up, or browns slightly) then flip and allow to sit on the other side for 30 seconds- 1 minute. Remove from heat and put on a plate covered with a clean dishtowel.
  • Repeat until all dough rounds have been cooked into your beautiful, homemade tortillas.

Pro Tips for Vegan Flour Tortillas

Here are a few things you might want to keep in mind while you make these homemade vegan flour tortillas.

  • Allow the dough to rest during each rest time.
  • Pinch the corners of the dough together and roll them in the palm of your hand.
  • Don’t stress about getting a perfect circle!
  • Freeze the tortillas and take out as many as you need. When you need them, warm in the oven or microwave to desired temperature.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

When it comes time to make these simple vegan flour tortillas, here are some helpful tools to get you started in the kitchen.

  • Rolling pin– Used to roll out the dough on the counter to a thin finish.
  • Non-stick skillet- Great for cooking the tortillas without any additional oil or non-stick spray.
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What to Make with Flour Tortillas

If you are wondering what to do with these delicious homemade tortillas, here are some ideas to get you started.

If you tried this vegan flour tortilla recipe please let me know in the comments below!

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A counter covered in vegan flour tortillas.

Vegan Flour Tortillas

This simple 5-ingredient recipe for vegan flour tortillas makes the perfect addition to any taco night!

Course Breakfast, Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 16 tortillas
Author Annie

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Flour all purpose
  • teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Water warm

Instructions

  1. Mix 3 cups flour, 1 ½ teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder in the bowl of a standing mixer with a dough hook attachment.

  2. In a liquid measuring cup combine ⅓ cup oil and 1 cup warm water.

  3. With the mixer on a slow speed, slowly pour the oil/water mixture into the bowl. Increase the speed and mix together on medium-high until combined.

  4. Turn the dough out onto the counter and divide into 16 equal pieces. To do this, I shape the dough into a square and divide into 4 smaller squares. Then I divide each of those squares into 4 more squares.

  5. Next roll the dough squares into balls. To do this, I pinch the 4 corners together in my right hand and roll the dough in my left hand.

  6. Place the dough, pinch side down, onto a plate. Cover with a clean dish towel and allow to rest for at least a half hour.

  7. Heat a non-stick pan on medium high heat. On a very lightly floured surface roll out the dough balls into circles. It is ok if your first few balls do not come out as perfect circles, the more character, the better.

  8. Put the rolled out dough on the skillet and allow to sit for about 30 seconds to 1 minute (until it puffs up, or browns slightly) then flip and allow to sit on the other side for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Remove from heat and put on a plate covered with a clean dishtowel.

  9. Repeat until all dough rounds have been cooked into your beautiful, homemade tortillas.

Recipe Notes

*There are many different oils you can use for this recipe. Melted vegan butter would work and if you really want to go out on a limb try lard.

Make ahead tip:

You can make the tortillas ahead and stick them in the freezer. Take out as many as you want and warm them in oven on low or in the microwave for about 10 seconds. They last for about 3 months. 

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