Pizza Size Calculator
Evaluate pizza diameters for dough ball weights, slice counts, and topping portions based on crust style.
Size Comparison
| Pizza | Diameter | Area (sq in) | Dough weight (g) | Sauce (ml) | Cheese (g) | Slices (suggested) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 10.0" | 78.5 | 204 | 43 | 63 | 6 |
| Medium | 12.0" | 113.1 | 362 | 62 | 90 | 8 |
| Large | 14.0" | 153.9 | 493 | 85 | 123 | 11 |
| Extra Large | 16.0" | 201.1 | 804 | 111 | 161 | 14 |
How to Use This Calculator
Enter pizza sizes
Add standard diameters from your menu or custom sizes you want to evaluate.
Select crust style
The calculator adjusts dough weight and recommended toppings based on crust thickness.
Plan dough and toppings
Use the table to portion dough balls, sauce, and cheese for consistent pizzas every time.
Formula
Area = π × (diameter ÷ 2)²
Dough weight = Area × style grams per square inch
Sauce = Area × 0.55 ml, Cheese = Area × 0.8 g
Example: 14" hand-tossed pizza → area ≈ 153.9 sq in → dough ≈ 492 g, sauce ≈ 85 ml, cheese ≈ 123 g.
Tip: Increase cheese by 10–15% for NYC-style pies, decrease for Neapolitan pizzas.
Full Description
Pizza sizing goes beyond diameter—dough thickness and toppings matter. This calculator lets chefs and pizza enthusiasts compare multiple sizes, determine dough ball weights, and portion sauce and cheese accurately. Choose crust thickness (thin, hand-tossed, or pan) to see the recommended grams of dough per square inch.
Use the comparison table to standardize your menu, prep dough in batches, or estimate ingredient usage for events. Mix and match sizes to see how much more surface area an extra inch adds—it’s often more than you expect.
Perfect for
- Pizzerias optimizing dough ball weights across small, medium, and large pies.
- Food trucks and pop-ups ensuring consistent portion control.
- Home pizza makers experimenting with different styles and oven setups.
- Teaching kitchen staff about scaling pizzas efficiently.
Don’t forget to adjust hydration, fermentation time, and toppings to match your oven and flour. Track bake times and dough temperatures for even more precise results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I adjust dough hydration?
Yes. The calculator outputs total dough weight—apply your preferred hydration percentage when mixing.
How do I account for stuffed crust?
Add 15–20% extra dough weight for stuffed crusts to cover the additional filling.
What about gluten-free dough?
Use the same area calculation but increase dough weight by 5–10% to compensate for lower elasticity.
Can I export these values?
Copy the table results into your prep sheets or recipe software for quick scaling.