Ingredient

Pizza Crust

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Pizza crust serves as the edible foundation for pizza toppings. Manufacturers use it to …

What it is

Pizza crust is the base of a pizza, typically made from flour, water, yeast, and salt. It can be leavened with yeast or chemical leaveners like baking powder. The dough is usually baked, resulting in a chewy or crispy base.

Why it's used

Pizza crust serves as the edible foundation for pizza toppings. Manufacturers use it to provide structure and a neutral base for a variety of flavors. It is the primary component in most ready-to-eat pizzas and pizza kits.

Health notes

Pizza crust is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of carbohydrates and can contribute to dietary fiber intake depending on the type of flour used. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated ingredients commonly found in pizza crust, such as flour and yeast, and have established safety guidelines. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.

Allergen info

Pizza crust made with wheat flour contains wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It also contains gluten. If made with other flours, it may not contain wheat or gluten.

Products containing Pizza Crust

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FRESH & EASY Italian Thin Crust Pepperoni Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 181kcal 5.5Protein 9.4Fat 17.3Carbs TAKE & BAKE Italian Thin Crust Supreme Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 169kcal 5.6Protein 8.8Fat 14.4Carbs TAKE & BAKE Italian Thin Crust Sweet Fire Pepper Pizza Other Deli High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 184kcal 6.2Protein 10.6Fat 14.5Carbs FRESH & EASY, LLC Italian Thin Crust Pizza Pizza High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 203kcal 6.5Protein 12.2Fat 17.1Carbs Conagra Brands KID CUISINE Reduced Fat Pepperoni Double Stuffed Crust Pizza With Corn & Chocolate Pudding, 7.15 oz. Ready-Made Combination Meals High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 172kcal 4.9Protein 4.4Fat 28.1Carbs Continental Airlines, Inc./chelsea Catering Division Vegetable Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 170kcal 9.1Protein 4.3Fat 23.9Carbs Dogtown Pizza LLC Meatball Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 219kcal 10.2Protein 11.7Fat 19.5Carbs Rainbow Games Inc Cheese & Pepperoni Frozen Pizza, Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 235kcal 14.8Protein 9.4Fat 23.5Carbs Rainbow Games Inc Supreme Frozen Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 190kcal 12.0Protein 7.8Fat 17.6Carbs Rainbow Games Inc Cheese Frozen Pizza, Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 212kcal 15.2Protein 7.3Fat 21.9Carbs Rainbow Games Inc Cheese, Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza, Cheese, Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 228kcal 14.0Protein 9.6Fat 20.6Carbs Dogtown Pizza LLC Cheese St. Louis Style Frozen Pizza, Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 228kcal 13.8Protein 9.7Fat 21.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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