Get your hands in there—literally. Good pizza dough should feel soft, pliable, and slightly springy. Think of a baby’s cheek, but with a little more gluten.
If it feels stiff, slimy, or leaves a sticky residue on your fingers that doesn’t wash off easily, that’s a warning sign. A slimy dough often means bacteria have already thrown a party without your permission.
On the flip side, if it’s super hard and crumbly, it’s just old and dehydrated. That’s not dangerous, but your pizza will be a sad, cracker-like disappointment. You deserve better.
Can Pizza Dough Go Bad? (4 Things to Look For) - Baking Kneads, LLC
