Homemade Flour Tortillas

In a large bowl, add the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.

Whisk the dry ingredients together until well combined.

In a separate container, heat the water and melt the stick of unsalted butter into it.

Slowly pour the warm water and butter mixture into the flour, mixing with your hands until the dough becomes crumbly.

Continue mixing and begin to knead the dough in the bowl. Knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes a firm, smooth ball that no longer sticks to the bowl.

Cover the dough ball with a damp paper towel and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Lightly flour a work surface and place the rested dough on it.

Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces.

Form each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges underneath.

Place the dough balls back in the bowl and keep them covered with the damp paper towel to prevent a crust from forming.

Take one dough ball and roll it out on the floured surface into a thin, even circle. Rotate the dough as you roll.

Preheat a comal or griddle over medium heat.

Place the rolled-out tortilla on the hot comal. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip.

Cook the second side until it starts to puff up, then flip one more time to let it fully inflate. You can press gently with a spatula to help it puff.

Remove the cooked tortilla and keep it warm in a towel while you cook the rest.

Optionally, serve warm tortillas with butter and a sprinkle of salt.