Pepperoni Ranked Favorite Pizza Topping, According to New BLACK+DECKER Pizza Pulse Survey

Core Insights - The survey conducted by BLACK+DECKER reveals diverse preferences for pizza consumption across different regions in the U.S. [5][8] - Pepperoni is identified as the most popular pizza topping, with 67% of respondents favoring it [7][8] - The BLACK+DECKER vera Pizza Oven is designed to allow consumers to create personalized pizzas at home [2][6] Regional Preferences - In the Midwest, 33% of respondents associate pizza with sports, while 25.2% in the Northeast prefer pizza during board game nights [1] - Over 40% of respondents from the South enjoy pizza while video gaming [1] Toppings and Dipping Sauces - Following pepperoni, the most popular toppings include sausage (44%), bacon (39%), mushrooms (32%), and onions (26%) [3][7] - The most favored dipping sauces are garlic butter and ranch dressing, both at 37%, with 16% of respondents not using any dipping sauce [3][5] Pizza Night Preferences - Nearly 75% of respondents consider watching a movie or TV show as the ideal activity for pizza night [5] - Friday is the most popular day for pizza consumption, with 72% of respondents indicating they typically enjoy pizza to start the weekend [8] Pizza Styles - The survey shows a division in pizza style preferences, with New York Style (29%) and Deep Dish (24%) being the most favored, while Neapolitan style is the least popular at 2.5% [8] - 84% of pizza eaters agree that fresh ingredients contribute significantly to an enjoyable pizza experience [7] Consumer Behavior - Most respondents (51%) prefer to hold their pizza by the crust, while only 9% fold it in half horizontally [13] - A minority of 16.5% frequently dab off grease from their pizza [13]