[2][3][4] DiGiorno began offering a cheese stuffed crust pizza in grocery stores in 2001.

[5] In 2012, Pizza Hut launched hot dog stuffed crust pizza in Japan, China, and South Korea, followed by Australia, Canada, the U.K., and the U.S.[6] Domino's also sold a hot dog stuffed crust pizza in the U.S., U.K., and New Zealand.

[11] Pizza Hut Japan offered a crust stuffed with shrimp and mayonnaise, and Pizza Hut Germany offered a "German King" with a sausage, bacon, and cheese-stuffed crust.

[14] In 2020, Papa John's released its own cheese-filled stuffed crust pizza.

[15] In 2023, Little Caesars also introduced stuffed crust pizza; it is available during the winter season.