Ingredient

Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese

Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers often use low moisture mozzarella cheese for its excellent melting properties and mild, …

What is Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese?

Low moisture mozzarella cheese is a semi-soft cheese made from cow's milk. It is produced by curdling milk, stretching the curds, and then removing more water than traditional fresh mozzarella, resulting in a firmer texture. This process gives it a longer shelf life and different cooking properties.

Is Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese vegan?

No. Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.

Is Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese a major allergen?

This ingredient is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

What is Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese used for?

Manufacturers often use low moisture mozzarella cheese for its excellent melting properties and mild, creamy flavor.

Is Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese safe?

Low moisture mozzarella cheese is a food ingredient generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Why it's used

Manufacturers often use low moisture mozzarella cheese for its excellent melting properties and mild, creamy flavor. Its lower water content helps prevent sogginess in baked dishes. It is a popular ingredient in pizzas, lasagna, and other casseroles.

Health notes

Low moisture mozzarella cheese is a food ingredient generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of protein and calcium, but also contains saturated fat. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. As a food, it is not subject to JECFA or EFSA evaluations for an Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI).

Allergen info

This ingredient is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Foods that contain Cheeses: Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese

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Last updated: October 6, 2026

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