PIZZA HUT 12" Pepperoni Pizza, Pan Crust
Whole food · Fast Foods
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This is a classic, indulgent slice of American fast-food comfort: a thick, pillowy, golden-brown pan crust supporting a layer of tangy tomato sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and crispy, savory pepperoni slices. The texture is a satisfying contrast between the soft, bready base and the slightly chewy, salty toppings. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense meal, with a significant portion of its energy coming from fat and refined carbohydrates.
Calorie split: 16% protein · 41% carbs · 43% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the iconic, craveable combination of salty, fatty, and savory flavors, with the rich umami of the pepperoni and cheese perfectly balanced by the sweet-tangy sauce. It's a deeply ingrained social food, synonymous with parties, movie nights, and casual gatherings.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The pan crust and generous cheese make it high in saturated fat and refined carbs, which can lead to blood-sugar spikes and sluggishness. It's also typically high in sodium. To counteract this, consider having just one or two slices paired with a large, fiber-rich side salad to slow digestion, or choose a thinner crust option if available.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick and convenient source of energy (calories).
- Contains a moderate amount of protein from the cheese and pepperoni.
- Offers some calcium from the dairy component.
- Can be a satisfying, morale-boosting comfort food.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The pepperoni we know today is an Italian-American invention; in Italy, 'peperoni' (with one 'p') are bell peppers.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 40.8 g |
| Energy | 298 kcal |
| Energy | 1246 kj |
| Protein | 12.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 14.2 g |
| Ash | 2.5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 30.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.40 g |
| Fructose | 0.37 g |
| Lactose | 0.35 g |
| Maltose | 2.0 g |
| Galactose | 0.07 g |
| Starch | 23.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 146 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 205 mg |
| Potassium, K | 199 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 692 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.36 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 20.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.29 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin | 3.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.38 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.14 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.64 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 47.0 ug |
| Retinol | 46.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 171 iu |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.78 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.05 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 3.1 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 1.1 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 19.3 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.3 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.54 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.9 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.4 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.4 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.18 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.06 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.36 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.36 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.03 g |
| Cholesterol | 25.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.12 g |
| Threonine | 0.37 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.49 g |
| Leucine | 0.95 g |
| Lysine | 0.65 g |
| Methionine | 0.25 g |
| Cystine | 0.18 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.56 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.43 g |
| Valine | 0.60 g |
| Arginine | 0.48 g |
| Histidine | 0.32 g |
| Alanine | 0.43 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.74 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.40 g |
| Proline | 1.1 g |
| Serine | 0.59 g |
FAQ
Is this pizza a good source of protein?
It provides a moderate amount of protein (about 12g per 100g), primarily from the cheese and pepperoni. However, it's not considered a lean protein source due to its high fat content.
Why is the crust so high in calories?
The 'Pan Crust' is a thick, doughy style that's often pre-baked or fried in oil to achieve its signature golden, crispy exterior and soft interior, significantly increasing its calorie and fat content compared to a thin crust.
Can I make a healthier version at home?
Absolutely. You can use a whole-wheat or cauliflower crust, load up on vegetable toppings like bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach, use part-skim mozzarella, and control the amount of high-fat meats like pepperoni.
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 2.98 kcal/g · 16% calories from protein · 1.8 g fiber · 3.2 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: 3.48 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.