One large Little Caesars pepperoni slice averages ~290 calories; cheese ~245, and Detroit-style runs ~350 per square—based on the brand’s nutrition guide.
Classic Cheese (slice)
Classic Pepperoni (slice)
Deep Dish Pepperoni (square)
Classic Round
- 14-inch, 8 wedges
- Lightest slices are cheese
- Pepperoni adds ~44 kcal/slice
standard cut
ExtraMostBestest
- More cheese + pepperoni
- Cheese ~278 kcal/slice
- Pepperoni ~313 kcal/slice
extra cheese
Detroit-Style Deep Dish
- 8-piece pan
- Crispy edges, airy crumb
- Cheese ~319, Pepperoni ~346
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What Counts As A Slice At Little Caesars?
Large round pies are cut into eight wedges in most stores, and the Detroit-style deep dish is sold as a large, eight-piece pan. The company has described the Detroit-style format as an “8-piece” pizza in a press release, so eighths are a sensible unit for quick math. All per-slice numbers below use that same eighths approach, pulled from the brand’s nutrition guide for whole pizzas.
Want to see the figures yourself? Open the official Little Caesars nutrition guide (PDF) for totals by pizza, crust, and toppings. For context, here’s a benchmark for a typical pepperoni slice from MyFoodData, which sits near 300 calories—a good gut check against the brand’s slice math.
Calories In Little Caesars Pizza Slices: Real Numbers
Here are the most common pizzas, showing whole-pie calories and a practical per-slice estimate based on eight pieces. Values come straight from the guide linked above; rounding keeps the numbers tidy for meal logging.
| Pizza (Large) | Whole (kcal) | Per Slice ~ (kcal) |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Cheese | 1,950 | 245 |
| Classic Pepperoni | 2,300 | 290 |
| ExtraMostBestest Cheese | 2,220 | 278 |
| ExtraMostBestest Pepperoni | 2,500 | 313 |
| Detroit-Style Deep Dish Cheese | 2,550 | 319 |
| Detroit-Style Deep Dish Pepperoni | 2,770 | 346 |
| Thin Crust Cheese | 1,980 | 248 |
| Thin Crust Pepperoni | 2,130 | 266 |
| Stuffed Crust Pepperoni (round) | 2,980 | 373 |
Classic Round Slices
The classic cheese slice lands near ~245 calories. A standard pepperoni slice is ~290. That lift comes from the cured meat and a bit more fat. If you want a little extra room for sides, classic cheese stays the lightest routine pick on the Hot-N-Ready rack.
ExtraMostBestest Slices
These pies stack on more cheese and more pepperoni. Expect ~278 per cheese slice and ~313 per pepperoni slice. That’s a small bump per piece, and it adds up across three or four slices, so plan drinks and sides with that in mind.
Detroit-Style Deep Dish Squares
The caramelized edges and airy crumb push slice energy higher: ~319 for cheese and ~346 for pepperoni. The pan uses oil and the cheese climbs the walls, which explains the bump. Love those crunchy corners? Pace your portions—two squares can rival three classic slices.
Thin Crust Pieces
Thin crust trims dough mass, so pepperoni comes in around ~266 per piece and cheese around ~248. Some stores cut thin into more pieces; if your box shows more than eight, divide the whole-pie calories by your actual piece count for a tighter estimate.
Stuffed Crust Rounds
Cheese tucked inside the rim makes a real difference. The pepperoni stuffed crust round averages ~373 per slice. Upgrading the crust adds roughly ~70 calories per slice compared with the same pizza without the stuffing.
Sizing, Cutting, And Portion Math
Ordering for a group? Think in slices per person. Adults often land near two or three classic slices; hearty appetites might want four. For Detroit-style, two squares feel similar to three classic slices. If the kitchen cuts a round pie into 10 instead of eight, your per-piece number drops—use whole-pie calories divided by 10, then stack slices as you eat.
How Toppings Change The Math
Little Caesars lists topping calories as add-ons to a plain cheese base. The table below converts those add-ons to a per-slice view for round pies using eight slices.
| Add-on (Round Pizza) | Add Per Pizza (kcal) | Per Slice ~ (kcal) |
|---|---|---|
| Pepperoni | 350 | 44 |
| Bacon | 380 | 48 |
| Italian Sausage | 430 | 54 |
| Extra Cheese | 270 | 34 |
| Fresh Mozzarella | 200 | 25 |
| Stuffed Crust (upgrade) | 560 | 70 |
Reading The Add-On Table
Start with the cheese slice for your crust style, then add one line item per topping. If you build a two-topping round, stack both numbers on your base. For deep dish, the add-on values in the guide are similar; if your store cuts a different number of squares, divide by that count to stay accurate.
Sample Plate Plans
Here are a few real-world combos using the same math. Swap in water or diet soda if you want to keep the count centered on the pizza.
Two Classic Pepperoni Slices + Crazy Bread
Two slices (~580) plus three sticks from an order of Crazy Bread (~300 of the listed ~800 for the full eight) lands around ~880. Add the ~30-kcal Crazy Sauce cup if you like to dip.
One Deep Dish Pepperoni Square + Wings
One square (~346) plus four Oven-Roasted Caesar Wings (~335 of the ~670 listed for eight) keeps the meal near ~680 while bringing more protein to the plate.
Three Thin-Crust Cheese Pieces
Three pieces at ~248 each hit ~744. That’s friendly for a lighter dinner, especially with a crisp salad and water.
Sides, Drinks, And Smart Swaps
Crazy Bread (~800 for eight sticks) is easy to share; split it across the table and pair with lighter slices. Italian Cheese Bread runs higher per piece, so think of it as the “extra” item rather than the default side. Wings vary by flavor; Oven-Roasted sits lower than sauced versions. Sweet drinks can stack calories fast, so zero-sugar soda or water keeps the focus on pizza.
Nutrition Beyond Calories
Cheese brings protein and calcium, and even a plain slice has a mix of carbs, fat, and protein that leaves you satisfied. Pepperoni and bacon push calories and sodium higher, while veggie toppings add flavor and fiber with minimal calorie lift. If you like numbers, the brand PDF lists fats, carbs, protein, and sodium for every pizza and side—handy for people tracking more than calories.
Smarter Ordering Moves
- Pick classic cheese if you want the most room for sides. It’s the lightest slice on the board.
- Trade bacon or sausage for veggie toppings. Peppers, onions, olives, or mushrooms add flavor with a small calorie bump.
- Split heavy crusts. Share stuffed-crust or deep dish and add a thin-crust pie for variety without stacking big slices back-to-back.
- Watch the sides. A full Crazy Bread order is ~800 calories before sauce. Share it or portion a few sticks and save the rest.
- Log by the piece. If your store cuts more or fewer than eight, divide the whole-pizza calories by what’s in your box and you’ll be close.
Where These Numbers Come From
The calorie totals in the tables trace to the current Little Caesars nutrition guide (PDF) with whole-pizza values and topping add-ons per pizza. For slice estimates, all math assumes eight pieces. That lines up with how Detroit-style is presented as a large, eight-piece pizza in the company’s release, and with how round pies are commonly cut. If your location uses a different cut pattern, adjust the per-slice math by your actual piece count and you’ll stay on target.
Quick Recap
A classic cheese slice sits around ~245 calories, classic pepperoni around ~290, and a Detroit-style square near ~350. ExtraMostBestest and stuffed crust push higher per piece, while thin crust trims a bit. Use the add-on table for toppings, share sides, sip something light, and enjoy your pizza with numbers that make sense for you.