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title: "Back by Popular Demand: Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza Returns to Papa Johns"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/fdb6c3b5-d4f7-499e-a246-6b24578662ba
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260713_back_by_popular_demand_epic_pepperonistuffed_crust_pizza_returns_to_papa_jo.html
category: "Pizza"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Pizza"
published: 2026-07-13T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T14:57:29.990Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1568901346375-23c9450c58cd?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Back by Popular Demand: Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza Returns to Papa Johns

**TL;DR:** Papa Johns is bringing back the Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza for a limited time, featuring pepperoni and cheese tucked inside the crust. The pizza is available nationwide starting at $14.99 for a large one-topping pizza.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-07-13. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260713_back_by_popular_demand_epic_pepperonistuffed_crust_pizza_returns_to_papa_jo.html).*

## Story

This summer, Papa Johns is bringing back the fan-favorite Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza for a limited time. Crafted with Papa Johns fresh, never-frozen original dough made from six simple ingredients, stuffed by hand with real pepperoni and cheese baked directly into the crust, the Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza showcases the quality ingredients and craftsmanship that set Papa Johns apart.

The Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza features pepperoni and cheese tucked inside the crust and is finished with a garlic seasoning. The product is described as using high-quality ingredients and careful preparation to produce a consistent pizza.

"The Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza is a perfect example of our commitment to delivering quality in every part of the pizza," said Mark Gabrovic, VP of Culinary at Papa Johns. "Starting with our signature fresh, never-frozen dough made with just six simple ingredients, we carefully make each pizza with real pepperoni, melty cheese and the handcrafted preparation that makes Papa Johns special. By putting the same care into the crust as we do every other ingredient, we've created a pizza experience that stands out from the first bite to the last."

The Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza is available nationwide for a limited time starting at $14.99 for a large one-topping pizza. Customers can customize their pizza with toppings and order online.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- QSR (sector)
- limited time offer (topic)
- Papa Johns (company)
- menu item (topic)
- pizza pricing (topic)
- Mark Gabrovic (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260713_back_by_popular_demand_epic_pepperonistuffed_crust_pizza_returns_to_papa_jo.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/fdb6c3b5-d4f7-499e-a246-6b24578662ba).