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This is a single slice of Pizza Hut's iconic 14-inch cheese pizza with a thick, buttery stuffed crust concealing a core of melted mozzarella. The bite delivers a satisfying chew from the dough, a burst of salty, creamy cheese from the crust's center, and a classic tomato-sauce-and-melted-cheese topping. Nutritionally, a 100g serving provides a solid protein punch (12.23g) but is also calorie-dense (274 kcal) with a significant fat content (11.63g).
People adore the textural surprise and rich, savory flavor of the stuffed crust, which transforms a standard pizza slice into a more indulgent experience. Its versatility as a shareable meal for gatherings or a convenient solo dinner makes it a cultural staple for casual dining.
The high calorie, refined carbohydrate, and sodium content can contribute to blood-sugar spikes and is a concern for those managing heart health or weight. To counteract this, practice strict portion control (stick to 1-2 slices), pair it with a large, leafy green salad dressed with vinegar to slow digestion, and drink plenty of water to help manage sodium intake.
The stuffed crust pizza was invented by a Pizza Hut team in 1995, and the original patent involved a special machine that piped a continuous rope of cheese into the dough as it was formed.
| Water | 43.4 g |
| Energy | 274 kcal |
| Energy | 1145 kj |
| Protein | 12.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 11.6 g |
| Ash | 2.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 30.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.40 g |
| Fructose | 0.67 g |
| Lactose | 0.60 g |
| Maltose | 1.1 g |
| Galactose | 0.13 g |
| Starch | 23.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 238 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 249 mg |
| Potassium, K | 229 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 615 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.35 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 16.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.32 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.33 mg |
| Niacin | 3.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate, total | 90.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 17.3 mg |
| Betaine | 26.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 117 ug |
| Retinol | 110 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 87.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 1.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 511 iu |
| Lycopene | 935 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 45.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.67 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.06 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.89 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.30 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.22 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.17 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.28 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.90 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.00 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.8 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.09 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.17 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.14 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.5 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 2.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 1.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.15 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.15 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 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 | 0.00 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 | 0.22 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.03 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.19 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.07 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.07 g |
| Cholesterol | 30.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.12 g |
| Threonine | 0.39 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.57 g |
| Leucine | 1.1 g |
| Lysine | 0.59 g |
| Methionine | 0.27 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.64 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.40 g |
| Valine | 0.71 g |
| Arginine | 0.44 g |
| Histidine | 0.32 g |
| Alanine | 0.38 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.81 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.4 g |
| Glycine | 0.31 g |
| Proline | 1.7 g |
| Serine | 0.58 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
Is this pizza a good source of protein?
Yes, per 100g it provides 12.23g of protein, which is substantial for a fast-food item, largely from the cheese and dough.
How does the stuffed crust affect the nutrition?
It significantly increases the fat and calorie content compared to a regular crust, adding a core of full-fat mozzarella cheese.
What is the main allergen in this product?
The primary allergens are wheat (gluten in the crust) and milk (dairy in the cheese).