Pizza, with meat other than pepperoni, stuffed crust
Common food
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This is a rich, indulgent pizza featuring a savory meat topping (like sausage or ham) and a gooey, cheese-filled crust. The bite delivers a satisfying contrast between the crispy, chewy dough and the molten, salty cheese core. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense food where the stuffed crust significantly boosts the fat and sodium content compared to a standard slice.
Calorie split: 18% protein · 39% carbs · 42% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the ultimate textural experience—the 'cheese pull' from the stuffed crust is a viral sensation and a comfort food ritual. It's a crowd-pleasing, shareable meal that combines the classic appeal of pizza with an extra layer of indulgent, savory flavor.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination of refined carbs, high fat, and sodium can lead to blood sugar spikes and is a concern for those managing hypertension or heart health. The stuffed crust is a common allergen (dairy, gluten) and can be overly heavy for some. To counteract, pair a smaller portion with a large, leafy green salad to add fiber and volume, and drink water to help manage sodium intake.
Key benefits
- High in protein for muscle maintenance
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains calcium from the cheese filling
- Offers iron and B-vitamins from the meat topping
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💡 Did you know?
The stuffed crust pizza was famously popularized by Pizza Hut in 1995 after a successful test market in Omaha, Nebraska, turning a cheese-filled dough edge into a global fast-food phenomenon.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 44.1 g |
| Energy | 278 kcal |
| Protein | 12.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 13.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 27.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 216 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 239 mg |
| Potassium, K | 237 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 630 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 16.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 2.8 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.32 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg |
| Niacin | 4.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.14 mg |
| Folate, total | 81.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 45.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 36.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 113 ug |
| Choline, total | 22.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.46 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 108 ug |
| Retinol | 101 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 79.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 1.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 844 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 41.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.68 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 7.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 6.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.21 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.25 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.84 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.2 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.6 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.21 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.16 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 35.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, stuffed crust — USDA does not publish this profile for Pizza.
| 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 |
FAQ
How is the crust stuffed?
Strips of cheese (typically mozzarella) are placed along the edge of the dough before it's rolled up and sealed, creating a molten cheese core within the crust after baking.
Is it more unhealthy than regular pizza?
Yes, primarily due to the added cheese in the crust, which increases the total calories, saturated fat, and sodium per slice compared to a standard crust.
Can I make it at home?
Absolutely. You can buy pre-made pizza dough and string cheese, roll the cheese into the edge of the dough before adding your toppings, and bake according to your 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 2.78 kcal/g · 18% calories from protein · 1.5 g fiber · 2.8 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: 2.66 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.