PIZZA HUT 12" Cheese Pizza, Hand-Tossed Crust
Whole food · Fast Foods
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This is a classic, hand-tossed cheese pizza from Pizza Hut, featuring a soft, chewy, golden-brown crust topped with a tangy tomato sauce and a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese. Each 100g serving delivers a satisfying balance of savory, cheesy flavor with a comforting, bready texture. Nutritionally, it provides a solid source of protein (11.93g) and carbohydrates (31.22g) for energy, with a moderate fat content (10.89g).
Calorie split: 18% protein · 46% carbs · 36% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the universal comfort of melted cheese stretching over a warm, savory sauce and a perfectly chewy crust. It's a cultural staple for social gatherings, movie nights, and quick family dinners, symbolizing easy indulgence.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination of refined carbs and fat can lead to blood-sugar spikes and may not be ideal for those monitoring calorie or sodium intake. To counteract this, pair a slice with a large, leafy green salad to add fiber and volume, practice portion control by sticking to 1-2 slices, and choose a thin-crust option if available to reduce overall carbohydrate load.
Key benefits
- Good source of protein for muscle maintenance.
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates.
- Contains calcium from the cheese for bone health.
- Offers a convenient and complete meal in one slice.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The hand-tossed crust is created by repeatedly slapping and stretching the dough by hand, which creates larger, irregular air pockets that puff up in the oven for a lighter, chewier texture compared to machine-pressed crusts.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 43.3 g |
| Energy | 271 kcal |
| Energy | 1132 kj |
| Protein | 11.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 10.9 g |
| Ash | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 31.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.53 g |
| Fructose | 0.65 g |
| Lactose | 0.38 g |
| Maltose | 1.7 g |
| Galactose | 0.07 g |
| Starch | 21.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 209 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.9 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 249 mg |
| Potassium, K | 173 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 685 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.09 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.31 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 20.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.26 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.26 mg |
| Niacin | 3.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.28 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.11 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.70 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 82.0 ug |
| Retinol | 72.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 116 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 435 iu |
| Lycopene | 2310 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 69.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.70 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.03 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 1.8 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.58 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.02 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 10.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.0 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.19 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.22 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.74 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.5 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 24.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.13 g |
| Threonine | 0.41 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.56 g |
| Leucine | 1.1 g |
| Lysine | 0.77 g |
| Methionine | 0.26 g |
| Cystine | 0.16 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.52 g |
| Valine | 0.72 g |
| Arginine | 0.49 g |
| Histidine | 0.35 g |
| Alanine | 0.42 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.84 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.5 g |
| Glycine | 0.34 g |
| Proline | 1.4 g |
| Serine | 0.70 g |
FAQ
How does the hand-tossed crust differ from other Pizza Hut crusts?
The hand-tossed crust is thicker and chewier than the Thin 'N Crispy but lighter and more airy than the dense, buttery Pan Pizza. It's the classic, middle-ground option.
Is this pizza a good post-workout meal?
It can be, as it provides both protein (from cheese) and carbohydrates (from crust) which are important for muscle recovery and glycogen replenishment. However, be mindful of the fat content and portion size.
What is the primary allergen in this pizza?
The most common allergens are wheat (gluten in the crust) and milk (dairy in the cheese). It may also contain soy and egg depending on the specific recipe.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.71 kcal/g · 18% calories from protein · 1.8 g fiber · 3.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.96 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.