Pizza is one of those foods that sparks endless debate—especially when it comes to toppings. Pineapple alone is enough to divide the nation, but at the end of the day, everyone has their own idea of what makes the perfect slice.
For people who are short on time and prefer not to bother with takeaways, a frozen pizza base can be life-changing—allowing you to layer your favourite toppings, control the amount of cheese, and experiment with flavours without starting from scratch. That said, sometimes convenience wins out, and having a supermarket frozen pizza ready to go is a lifesaver on busy nights.
Since most of us love pepperoni, let’s take a closer look at some of the supermarket pepperoni pizzas to see how they stack up.
Aldi’s Community Co “It’s Pizza Night”
Aldi’s pepperoni pizza is generous in size but lacks the punch of flavour you’d expect from a pepperoni option. The base is quite thick, the sauce leans heavily on spice without balance, and the pepperoni itself is mild. It fills a gap in a hurry, but doesn’t quite deliver on taste.
Woolworths Pepperoni Pizza
While affordable, Woolworths pepperoni pizza is a small pizza with limited toppings. The packaging doesn’t help either, with some cheese and pepperoni loose in the box. It’s budget-friendly but probably best suited for one or two people rather than a family meal.
Dr Oetker Ristorante Pizza Pepperoni
This thin and crispy pizza lives up to its promise of a lighter base, which crisps up nicely in the oven. The sauce is flavoursome with a hint of sweet spice, and the herbs sprinkled on top add to its appeal. However, the pepperoni lacks depth of flavour and is cut quite thick, which doesn’t balance well with the otherwise delicate base.
Coles Pepperoni Pizza
Coles’ pepperoni pizza is quite large and has a visually appealing frozen presentation. Once baked, the base rises slightly, giving it a nice texture, while the pepperoni tastes closer to salami with a good flavour. The downside is that the pepperoni is a little sparse, with only five slices, and the oil from the meat makes the pizza a touch greasy.
McCain Thin Crust Pepperoni Pizza
McCain’s thin crust option offers dough with a slightly sweet note, which adds to the flavour. The downside is the crust itself—it’s so thin it resembles flatbread and doesn’t crisp as expected. The cheese coverage is patchy, which leaves some slices feeling incomplete.
Dr Oetker Papa Giuseppi’s Rising Stuffed Crust Pepperoni
The crust rises in the oven, giving a fluffy, bread-like texture that feels more like a fresh pizza. The sauce and cheese are well-balanced, and the stuffed crust adds an indulgent crunch with its cheesy edges. The only letdown is the pepperoni, which lacks the boldness you’d hope for in a topping that should be the star.
Frozen Pizza Can Still Deliver a Great Slice
Frozen pizzas in Australia range from budget-friendly to surprisingly gourmet, and while no single option is perfect, many can hit the spot when convenience is key. At the end of the day, the best frozen pizza is the one that suits your taste buds and makes dinner time a little easier.
About the Author
