Ingredient

Pizza Spice

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use pizza spice to impart a savory, aromatic flavor profile characteristic of traditional …

What it is

Pizza spice is a blend of dried herbs and spices used to flavor pizza and other Italian-style dishes. Common ingredients include oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, and sometimes a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat. The exact composition can vary by brand.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use pizza spice to impart a savory, aromatic flavor profile characteristic of traditional pizza. It is added to pizza dough, sauce, cheese toppings, and also used in pasta dishes, calzones, and garlic bread.

Health notes

Pizza spice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. The individual herbs and spices are common food ingredients with a long history of safe consumption. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many of these spices and found no safety concerns at typical dietary levels. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns associated with the consumption of pizza spice blends.

Allergen info

Pizza spice is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Pizza Spice

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Champion Foods, LLC Pepperoni Pizza Kit Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 244kcal 11.7Protein 8.9Fat 29.4Carbs Champion Foods, LLC Cheese Pizzas Kit Pizza High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 240kcal 11.1Protein 8.2Fat 30.4Carbs Champion Foods, LLC Pizzas, Pepperoni Pizza High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 244kcal 11.7Protein 8.9Fat 29.4Carbs Champion Foods, LLC Pepperoni Pizzas Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 247kcal 11.8Protein 9.6Fat 29.8Carbs Rouse's Enterprises, Inc. Pizza, Pepperoni Other Deli High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 244kcal 11.7Protein 8.9Fat 29.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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