Dough is too sticky to handle

How to know this is your problem

• •Dough sticks to hands and counter
• •Can't shape into balls
• •Tears when stretched

Why it happens

• →Hydration too high for your flour
• →Under-kneaded (gluten not developed)
• →Too warm — warm dough is stickier

How to fix it

1. 1

   Add flour 10g at a time while kneading (don't dump)

2. 2

   Knead longer — 10 min minimum for most styles

3. 3

   Wet your hands instead of adding flour

4. 4

   Refrigerate for 30 min to firm up, then try again

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More dough problems

• →Dough won't rise
• →Dough tears when stretched
• →Dense, heavy crust
• →Overproofed dough (flat, no structure)