Leberkäse pizza topping
Leberkäse pizza topping is a popular German and Austrian pizza variant that features thin slices of the baked meatloaf-like sausage 'Leberkäse' as its primary protein. The dish typically combines the savory, finely ground meat with cheese, onions, and sometimes a fried egg on a standard pizza base. It's a hearty, casual meal often found in pizzerias and snack bars across German-speaking regions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This pizza topping is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the crust. A typical serving provides a good source of iron and B vitamins, especially B12, from the processed meat, with a calorie count likely ranging from 600 to 800 kcal per pizza.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 750 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 70 g |
| Fat | 38 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 1800 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.2 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Zinc | 5 mg |
| Selenium | 25 µg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 whole pizza (approx. 350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish is a prime example of German 'Imbiss' (snack) food being adapted into a pizza format, showcasing a love for hearty, savory toppings. Nutritionally, the Leberkäse itself is a unique, finely emulsified sausage that provides a dense protein source but is also high in sodium and saturated fat.
