A new survey from BLACK+DECKER, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, reveals that pepperoni is America’s favorite pizza topping. According to the survey, three-quarters of Americans eat pizza a few times a month or more, and pepperoni ranks highest among the preferred toppings, with 67% of respondents selecting it as their top choice.
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Toppings Are a Hot Topic
Aside from pepperoni, other popular toppings include sausage (44%), bacon (39%), mushrooms (32%), and onions (26%). On the other end of the spectrum, anchovies (1%) are the least favored, followed by arugula (2.5%), eggplant (3%), shrimp (3.5%), and pickles (4%).
When it comes to dipping sauces, garlic butter and ranch dressing are tied for the most popular, each with 37% of the vote, while 16% of respondents do not dip their pizza at all.
Pizza Night Traditions
Friday is the most popular night for pizza, with 72% of respondents choosing it to kick off the weekend. Classic New York Style (29%) and Deep Dish (24%) are the most favored styles, while Neapolitan style is the least popular (2.5%).
Regional Preferences
Regional preferences show interesting trends: In the Midwest, pairing pizza with sports is highly popular (33%). The Northeast enjoys pizza with board game night (25.2%), Western states favor pizza when hosting (19%), and in the South, more than 40% like to pair pizza with video gaming.
When it comes to handling pizza, 51% of respondents hold their slice by the crust, while the least common method is folding it in half horizontally (9%). Only 16.5% frequently dab off excess grease from their pizza.
