A standard slice of cheese pizza from a large pie has 30 to 37 grams of carbohydrates, depending on the chain and crust style. Here's how the big names stack up.
By chain (1 slice, large)
| Pizza | Carbs | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Domino's Hand-Tossed Cheese | 37g | 290 |
| Domino's Pepperoni | 36g | 320 |
| Pizza Hut Pan Pepperoni (medium) | 32g | 290 |
| Papa John's Cheese | 37g | 290 |
| Little Caesars Cheese | 30g | 240 |
| Costco Cheese | 60g | 700 |
The Costco slice is genuinely huge — basically two normal slices' worth.
By crust
- **Thin crust**: 20-25g per slice (saves ~10g vs hand-tossed)
- **Hand-tossed**: 30-37g
- **Pan / deep dish**: 35-45g
- **Stuffed crust**: 40-50g
By topping additions
Most meat toppings add only 0-2g per slice. Sweet toppings stack up:
- BBQ sauce: +3-5g
- Pineapple: +2-3g
- Caramelized onions: +1-2g
Lower-carb options at chains
- **Pizza Hut Thin 'N Crispy**: drops carbs ~25%
- **Papa John's Cauliflower Crust**: 21g per slice on a small pie
- **Domino's Gluten-Free**: smaller pie, ~18g per slice