A slice of pizza typically contains between 200 and 300 calories on average, but this can vary widely depending on the type of pizza, crust, toppings, and slice size.
- A basic cheese pizza slice generally has about 200 to 300 calories
- Pepperoni pizza slices tend to have slightly more, around 250 to 350 calories per slice
- Specialty pizzas with multiple toppings can range from 300 to over 500 calories per slice
- Thin crust pizzas usually have fewer calories compared to thick or stuffed crusts
- Large slices from a 14-inch pizza often contain 250 to 400 calories, while smaller slices may have 150 to 250 calories
- For example, a 35 cm (about 14 inch) pizza slice has been recorded at about 266 calories.
- Brand-specific examples include Domino’s cheese pizza slice at about 200 calories, Pizza Hut cheese slice around 220 calories, and Little Caesars cheese slice about 235 calories
In summary, a typical slice of pizza ranges roughly from 200 to 300 calories, but can be higher depending on toppings, crust type, and size. Portion control and choice of toppings can help manage calorie intake when enjoying pizza
