Little Caesars launched Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix as a single-serve meal option featuring two slices of Detroit-style deep dish pepperoni pizza and four pieces of Italian Cheese Bread, available nationwide beginning January 19, 2026. This is a homemade interpretation designed to get close to the original, not the brand’s exact recipe.
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What makes Little Caesars Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix special
The signature of Slices-N-Stix is pairing two classic Little Caesars items side by side: Detroit-style deep dish pepperoni pizza and Italian Cheese Bread. Both feature a thick, airy crust, edge-to-edge cheese for a caramelized golden edge, and distinct finishing touches—zesty pizza sauce and pepperoni for the pizza, buttery garlic sauce, parmesan, and Italian seasoning for the cheese bread. This copycat recipe uses low-moisture whole milk mozzarella to achieve gooey, stretchy cheese and presses it all the way to the edges for the hallmark crispy, lacy cheese border. The breadstick side gets brushed with garlic butter and a shower of parmesan and herbs after baking, matching the chain’s rich, savory finish.
Ingredients
- 1 rectangular pan's worth refrigerated pizza dough or homemade Detroit-style dough
- 2 cups, divided low-moisture whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 16-20 slices pepperoni slices
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 3 tablespoons, melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Tools you’ll need
- Rectangular metal baking pan (preferably dark metal for best caramelization)
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
- Mixing bowls
- Sharp knife or pizza cutter
How to make it
- Prep the oven and pan: Preheat oven to 375°F and line a rectangular baking pan with parchment. The parchment prevents sticking and helps lift the finished pizza out cleanly.
- Shape the dough: Press pizza dough evenly into the pan, forming a gentle ridge down the center to divide the pizza half from the cheese bread half. This keeps the toppings separated and mimics the restaurant’s presentation. Let the dough rise in the pan for 30 minutes if you want a fluffier, more airy crumb—this resting period allows for better oven spring.
- Layer pizza side: On one half, sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese all the way to the pan edges (this is key for caramelized cheese crust). Top with 16–20 pepperoni slices, then spoon pizza sauce in two lengthwise stripes. The sauce-on-top method prevents the cheese from getting soggy and allows the sauce to bake into the toppings.
- Layer cheese bread side: On the other half, cover with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella, again pressing cheese out to the edges for maximum caramelization. No sauce or pepperoni here—this keeps the breadsticks distinct and lets the cheese and later garlic butter shine.
- Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are deeply golden. The edge-to-edge cheese melts out and crisps up, while the dough bakes through without drying out. Watch for overbaking—going too far can toughen the breadstick side.
- Finish the cheese bread side: Remove from oven. Immediately brush the cheese bread half with 3 tablespoons melted butter mixed with 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated parmesan and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Brushing while hot ensures the butter soaks into the bread and the seasoning sticks well.
- Slice and serve: Cut the pizza side into two squares and the cheese bread side into four sticks. Serve hot for best texture and cheese pull. The official ratio is equal halves of pizza and cheese bread in one pan.
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How close is it to the original?
This home version closely matches the flavor and structure of Little Caesars Slices-N-Stix if you use a well-hydrated dough and press the cheese all the way to the edges. The biggest difference is in the crust: without a commercial oven, the caramelized cheese edge is usually a little less pronounced, and the crumb is a bit denser or less airy. Reviewers note the original’s crust can be slightly denser than expected, so this copycat aligns well with most at-home results. The garlic butter finish and parmesan seasoning on the cheese bread side are spot-on. If you follow the tips about dough rise and cheese coverage, you’ll get remarkably close in both taste and texture.
Troubleshooting
- Crust not caramelized at the edges → Cheese not pressed fully to the pan edges → Make sure the cheese layer reaches every edge before baking.
- Cheese bread side is tough or dry → Overbaked or not brushed immediately → Watch bake time and brush with butter right out of the oven.
- Crust too dense → Dough not allowed to rise → Let dough rest in the pan for 30 minutes before baking.
- Pizza sauce soaks through → Too much sauce or added under cheese → Spoon sauce in stripes over the cheese, not underneath.
Variations
- Swap pepperoni for cooked sausage or veggie toppings to suit preferences—the cooking time remains the same.
- Try cheddar mixed with mozzarella for a sharper cheese flavor and more color at the edges.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pizza dough that rises well and can handle high hydration for airiness.
Ingredient substitutes
- If you can’t find low-moisture whole milk mozzarella, use part-skim mozzarella, but expect slightly less gooey melt.
- Homemade dough can be swapped for high-quality refrigerated pizza dough for convenience—the hydration level matters more than brand.
- Granulated garlic plus salt can stand in for garlic salt in the butter mixture.
Storage
Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or hot skillet to restore the cheese’s crispness—microwaving will soften the crust and edges.
FAQ
- What are Little Caesars Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix?
It’s a single-serve meal with two slices of Detroit-style deep dish pepperoni pizza and four pieces of Italian Cheese Bread, both made in one pan and divided down the middle. - Is Little Caesars Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix still available?
Yes, it’s a permanent menu item as of January 2026. - How many calories are in Little Caesars Detroit style slices and sticks?
One full serving contains 1,410 kcal, along with 65g fat, 110g carbs, 7g sugar, and 40g protein. - Does Little Caesars Slices and Sticks have sauce on it?
The pizza side has pizza sauce in stripes over the cheese; the cheese bread side does not include sauce.
Sources
- Official launch announcement
- Product profile from Little Caesars fundraising
- Nutrition information for Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix
Ingredients
1 rectangular pan's worth refrigerated pizza dough or homemade Detroit-style dough
2 cups, divided low-moisture whole milk mozzarella cheese
16-20 slices pepperoni slices
1/2 cup pizza sauce
3 tablespoons, melted butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F and line a rectangular baking pan with parchment.
Press pizza dough evenly into the pan, creating a slight ridge to divide the pizza and cheese bread halves.
On one half, sprinkle mozzarella cheese edge-to-edge, add pepperoni slices, and spoon pizza sauce in two stripes.
On the other half, cover with mozzarella cheese only.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and edges are deeply golden.
Remove from oven. Immediately brush the cheese bread side with melted butter mixed with garlic salt, then sprinkle with parmesan and Italian seasoning.
Slice the pizza side into two squares and the cheese bread side into four sticks. Serve hot.
