Is Trader Joe's Breaded Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Vegan?

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 4 ingredients that derive from animals and 2 ingredients that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

Why it's not vegan

  • milk
  • cheese culture
  • pasteurized milk
  • low moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • natural flavor
  • enzyme

milk

Dietitian note

Milk is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Description

Frozen breaded sticks deliver a crunchy exterior and a warm, gooey interior, offering a mild savory flavor that pairs well with dips; commonly used as appetizers, snacks, or party finger food. Reviewers praise crispness and meltiness after heating, while some note inconsistent texture or occasional oiliness in reheating or baking.

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Ingredients

Low Moisture Part-skim Mozzarella Cheese (pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzyme), Wheat Flour, Soybean Oil, Water, Modified Potato Starch, Contains Modified Potato Starch, Contains Less Than 2% Of Annatto Extract (for Color), Dextrin Garlic, Garlic Powder, Guar Gum, Modified Tapioca Starch, Natural Flavor, Onion Powder, Pea Starch, Salt, Sodium Powder, Pea Starch, Salt, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Spice (parsley, White Pepper), Sugar, Wheat Gluten, Yeast. Contains: Milk, Wheat And Soy.

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What is a Vegan diet?

A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.

About this product

Snack · Stick, Frozen

Flavor
Savory
Texture
CrunchyGooey
Commonly used for
SnackingSide Dish