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Papa John’s Pepperoni Pizza (Large Original Crust)

A Pepperoni Pizza from Papa John’s is smothered in a signature sauce and covered in real mozzarella cheese and lots of pepperoni.

One slice from a large pepperoni pizza has 320 calories, 13 grams of fat, 38 grams of carbohydrates, and 12 grams of protein.

Read this guide for a comprehensive overview of the nutrition facts, calories, and ingredients in Papa John’s Pepperoni Pizza.

Pepperoni Pizza Nutritional Information

Unless otherwise noted, the nutritional information in this guide is based on a single serving measured as One Slice from a Large Original Crust Pepperoni Pizza that is cut into 8 slices.

Nutrition Info

320 Calories

Serving 1 Slice

% Daily Value

Saturated Fat

30%

HIGH

Sodium

35%

HIGH

Total Sugars

5g

LOW

%DV based on 2,000 calories

Calories

Each serving of Papa John’s large pepperoni pizza contains 320 Calories.

Here is a summary of the amount of calories by macronutrient in a single slice.

  • 120 calories derived from dietary fats
  • 150 calories derived from total carbs
  • 50 calories derived from protein

The highest proportion of the total calories is derived from carbohydrates. Dietary fat makes up 38% of the total calories, and the remaining 16% is from protein.

% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein

Calories
fat
38%
carbohydrates
47%
Protein
16%

ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 320 CALORIES

  • Run 30 minutes
  • Walk 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Play Golf (carry clubs) 50 minutes

Calories Vary by Size Pizza

One serving is measured as a single slice.  The calories and nutrition per slice will vary based on the size of the pizza and the number of slices cut.

Here is a quick summary of the total calories per slice from each size pizza available at Papa John’s pizzeria.

  • One slice from an individual sized (Pizza for One) pepperoni pizza has 220 calories
  • One slice from a small pepperoni pizza has 210 calories
  • One slice from a medium pepperoni pizza has 230 calories
  • One slice from a large pepperoni pizza has 320 calories
  • One slice from an extra large pepperoni pizza has 330 calories

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Total Fat

There are 13 grams of total fat, including 6 grams of saturated fat in each serving.

For your reference, U.S. FDA states that a nutrient with 20% or greater daily value (% DV) per serving is considered high.

Based on that general guidance, the amount of saturated fat in the pepperoni pizza is considered high. One serving has a 30% daily value (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).

SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING

  • 120 calories from dietary fats (38% of total calories)
  • 55 calories from saturated fat
  • Zero trans fat

Sodium

Likewise, the amount of sodium per serving is considered high. Each slice contains 810 milligrams of sodium, which is a 35% DV.

With 810mg sodium per slice and 8 slices per large pizza, a whole pepperoni pizza has 6,480 milligrams of sodium.

  • The sodium content per serving is high.

Here is the nutrition facts label for Papa John’s Original Crust Pepperoni Pizza.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 Slice

Amount per serving

Calories

320

% Daily Value

Red indicates a high %DV.

Total Fat

13g

17%

Saturated Fat

6g

Trans Fat

0g

Cholesterol

30mg

10%

Sodium

810mg

Carbohydrates

38g

14%

Dietary Fiber

2g

7%

Total Sugars

5g

Protein

12g

%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.

Ingredients and Allergens in Pepperoni Pizza

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients in Papa John’s pepperoni pizza.

Original Crust

Ingredients in crust:Unbleached Enriched Wheat Flour, Water, Sugar, Soybean Oil, Salt, Yeast.

Cheese

Ingredients in cheese:Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Modified Food Starch, Sugarcane Fiber, Whey Protein Concentrate, Sodium Citrate.

Pepperoni

Ingredients in pepperoni topping:Pork, Beef, Salt, Spices, Natural Flavoring, Dextrose, Lactic Acid Starter Culture, Oleoresin of Paprika, Natural Hickory Smoke Flavoring, Sodium Nitrite.

Pizza Sauce

Ingredients in pizza sauce:Fresh Vine-Ripened Tomatoes (packed from vine to can in same day), Sunflower Oil, Sugar, Salt, Garlic, Spices, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Citric Acid (for freshness).

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What is Lactic Acid Starter Culture?

Also known as lactic acid bacteria, a lactic acid starter culture (used in the pepperoni) is a living microorganism that consumes sugar in food and produces lactic acid.

Lactic acid bacteria and coagulase-negative staphylococci may be used as starter cultures. Certain yeasts and molds may also be used.

It’s used in cured meats to promote fermentation and to protect the food from becoming contaminated with pathogens. Starters may also be used to shorten ripening times.

Brief Definitions of Select Ingredients

  • Dextrose, a type of sugar nearly identical to glucose usually derived from corn or wheat, is often used as an artificial sweetener or preservative.
  • Lactic Acid Starter is an organic acid that aids in the fermentation process and is generally used to maintain flavor.
  • Oleoresin of Paprika is a natural extract of paprika used as an ingredient to add color and flavor.
  • Sodium Citrate, a trisodium salt of citric acid, is often used as a flavoring agent and anticoagulant.
  • Sodium Nitrite is an inorganic water soluble compound commonly used as a preservative in cured meat products.
  • Xanthan Gum (listed here for the gluten-free crust) is a polysaccharide used in the food industry as an emulsifier, thickening agent, and stabilizer.

Allergens

The original crust pepperoni pizza at Papa John’s is made with ingredients that contain milk and wheat.

Pepperoni pizza with text listing ingredients used at Papa John's pizzeria.

Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

Nutrition facts, ingredients, allergens source: Papa John’s

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