Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, pepperoni topping, regular crust
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A classic 14-inch pepperoni pizza from a major chain, featuring a golden-brown regular crust, tangy tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and a generous layer of spicy, cupped pepperoni slices. Each 100-gram slice offers a satisfying balance of chewy dough, savory meat, and rich cheese, delivering about 282 calories with a notable 11.74g of protein to help keep you full.
💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the iconic flavor combination: the salty, slightly spicy pepperoni that crisps at the edges, the creamy, stretchy cheese, and the comforting, bready crust that soaks up the savory oils. It's a universal crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing and deeply tied to social gatherings, game nights, and casual celebrations.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sodium and saturated fat content can be concerning for those monitoring heart health or blood pressure, and the refined carbs may cause a rapid blood-sugar spike. To counteract this, pair a smaller slice with a large side salad or vegetables to add fiber, and drink water to help manage sodium intake. Those with gluten or dairy sensitivities should opt for alternative crusts or cheeses.
Key benefits
- Provides a good source of protein from cheese and pepperoni
- Contains calcium from the mozzarella cheese
- Offers quick energy from its carbohydrate-rich crust
- Pepperoni adds iron and B vitamins
- A convenient, calorie-dense meal for active individuals
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The classic 'cup and char' pepperoni curl is caused by natural casings that shrink faster than the meat when heated, creating those delicious little grease-filled cups.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 41.8 g |
| Energy | 282 kcal |
| Energy | 1180 kj |
| Protein | 11.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 11.9 g |
| Ash | 2.6 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 32.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g |
| Sucrose | 0.18 g |
| Glucose | 0.73 g |
| Fructose | 0.93 g |
| Lactose | 0.35 g |
| Maltose | 0.97 g |
| Galactose | 0.09 g |
| Starch | 25.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 153 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 24.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 198 mg |
| Potassium, K | 195 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 685 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.4 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.11 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.39 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 23.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.90 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.43 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.22 mg |
| Niacin | 4.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.08 mg |
| Folate, total | 92.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 56.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 36.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 131 ug |
| Choline, total | 25.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.50 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 70.0 ug |
| Retinol | 62.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 94.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 365 iu |
| Lycopene | 1957 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 24.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.87 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.4 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.55 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.2 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.19 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.16 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.5 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 3.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 1.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.19 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.29 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.23 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.02 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.21 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.05 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.05 g |
| Cholesterol | 25.0 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is pepperoni pizza a good source of protein?
Yes, a 100g serving provides about 11.74g of protein, primarily from the cheese and pepperoni, making it a more protein-rich fast-food option than many others.
How does the regular crust affect the nutrition?
The regular crust is made from refined white flour, which contributes most of the carbohydrates (31.98g per 100g) and provides quick energy but less fiber than whole-grain alternatives.
Can I make this pizza healthier at home?
Absolutely. Use a whole-wheat or cauliflower crust, load up on vegetable toppings like bell peppers and mushrooms, choose part-skim mozzarella, and use turkey pepperoni to reduce fat and sodium.