# Deep Dish Cheeseburger Hybrids Pizza Hut's Cheeseburger Crust Dish is Available in the Middle East By Jordy E | Published 2012-09-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-hut-cheeseburger-crust References: [foodbeast](http://foodbeast.com/content/2012/04/24/pizza-hut-adding-cheeseburgers-to-their-crust-must-be-a-middle-eastern-thing/) & [pizzahut](http://www.pizzahut.com) Pizza Hut's [Cheeseburger Crust pizza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toppers-cheeseburger-pizza) is a current menu option at the corporate chain's Middle Eastern locations. The mini sliders are lined along the edges of the dish and are topped with [melted cheddar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-crust-pizza), a gooey dream for savory enthusiasts. The Middle Eastern divisions introduction of the Cheeseburger Crust Pizza came just after the UK's introduction of the [Hot Dog Stuffed Crust](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-dog) recipe, furthering competition between the brand's international hubs. Chicken fillets are also available for non red meat eaters. Both patties are buried deep within dough, vegetables and a mysterious "special sauce," delivering a wealth of flavors and textures to consumers. And while the dish may be high in calories, it nonetheless merges two beloved fast food staples in one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gourmet Pizza Combinations:** Exploring unique and unexpected flavor combinations in pizza by incorporating popular fast food items. - **Competition in Fast Food Chains:** Intensifying competition among international fast food chains to create innovative and attention-grabbing menu options. - **Diversifying Fast Food Offerings:** Expanding the range of fast food choices by incorporating different types of meat and sauces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food Chains:** Opportunity for fast food chains to differentiate themselves and attract customers by introducing unique and indulgent menu items. - **Gourmet Pizza Restaurants:** Innovation opportunity for gourmet pizza restaurants to experiment with unconventional pizza combinations and offer a distinctive dining experience. - **Food Delivery Services:** Potential for food delivery services to partner with fast food chains and offer these specialty pizzas as an attractive and convenient option for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Burger-Inspired Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-hut-cheeseburger-pizza.md) - [Melty Meaty Pizzeria Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-hut-japan-burgers.md) - [Heavily-Topped Burger Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunt-brothers-pizza-cheeseburger-pizza.md) - [Cheese-Filled Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-stuffed-crust.md) - [Burger-Style Pizza Lunches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominos-crispizzaburger.md) - [Cheesy Pretzel Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesefilled-pretzel-crust.md) - [Chili Cheese Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-cheese-crust.md) - [Burger Cookout-Themed Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-burger-pizza.md) - [Hybrid Burger-Topped Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-joint-pizza.md)