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Animal-derived

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Role in food

Manufacturers add mozzarella cheese to foods primarily for its flavor, texture, and melting properties. …

What it is

Mozzarella cheese is a fresh, soft, and elastic cheese that originated in Italy. It is traditionally made from water buffalo's milk, but in the United States, it is most commonly produced from cow's milk. The cheese is made by curdling milk, then stretching and kneading the curds until they are smooth and pliable.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add mozzarella cheese to foods primarily for its flavor, texture, and melting properties. It is a popular ingredient in many dishes, including pizzas, pasta, lasagna, and sandwiches, where it provides a creamy, stretchy, and mild dairy taste.

Health notes

Mozzarella cheese is regulated by the FDA as a food product, not as a food additive. It is a good source of protein and calcium, but it also contains saturated fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA and EFSA evaluate food additives, not whole foods like cheese, so they have not set specific limits for mozzarella cheese itself.

Allergen info

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

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Topco Associates, Inc. Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Sauce Pizza High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 262kcal 14.3Protein 11.1Fat 28.6Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Mini Bagels Topped With Cheese, Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza 227kcal 8.0Protein 6.8Fat 31.8Carbs Severino Pasta Mfg. Severino Homemade Pasta, Manicotii, Cheese With Marinara, Cheese With Marinara Frozen Dinners & Entrees 194kcal 9.0Protein 7.5Fat 22.4Carbs The Regatta Group Severino, Manicotti, Spinach With Vodka Sauce, Spinach With Vodka Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 194kcal 8.2Protein 8.2Fat 21.6Carbs Attune Records Pizza Serrano Ham Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 255kcal 13.6Protein 10Fat 25.4Carbs Attune Records Spanish Chorizo Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 269kcal 10.8Protein 10.8Fat 32.3Carbs Attune Records Meat Feast Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 269kcal 10.8Protein 10.8Fat 32.3Carbs

Bernatello's Pizza, Inc. Thai Chili Chicken All-Natural Charbroiled Chicken Breast In A Sweet Thai Chili Sauce, Topped With Carrot Sticks, Red Bell Peppers, Green Onions, And Mozzarella Cheese On A Tasty Sweet Potato Crust Pizza, Thai Chili Chicken Pizza High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 234kcal 9.7Protein —Fat 29.8Carbs Raley's Italian Flatbread Pizza, Margherita Pizza High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 221kcal 9.7Protein 7.1Fat 30.1Carbs Esti Foods LLC Margherita Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Pesto, Oregano Pizza, Margherita Pizza High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 193kcal 10.2Protein 8.2Fat 19.7Carbs The Regatta Group Severino Homemade Pasta, Manicotti Cheese With Marinara Other Deli 194kcal 9.0Protein 7.5Fat 22.4Carbs Bernatello's Pizza, Inc. Buffalo-Style Chicken All-Natural Charbroiled Chicken Breast In A Tangy Buffalo Sauce, Topped With Mozzarella Cheese On A Crispy Cauliflower And Parmesan Crust. Pizza, Buffalo-Style Chicken Pizza High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 240kcal 11.0Protein 11.6Fat 21.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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