Is Trader Joe's Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Lactose Free?

No. This product is not lactose free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains lactose and 2 ingredients contain lactose depending on the source.

Why it's not lactose free

  • pasteurized part-skim milk
  • cheese cultures
  • low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

pasteurized part-skim milk

Dietitian note

Cow's milk, regardless of fat content, contains lactose - unless the packaging states that it is lactose free or you see "lactase enzyme" listed as another ingredient.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

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Description

This shredded mozzarella delivers a mild, milky flavor and a soft, springy texture that melts evenly, creating stretch and a creamy finish. Commonly used on pizza, lasagna, casseroles, baked pastas and salads. Reviewers note reliable melt and flavor, with occasional clumping in the bag and variable freshness in different locations.

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Ingredients

Low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, microbial enzyme), anti-caking agent (potato starch, tapioca starch, natamycin [mold inhibitor]).

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About this product

Cheese · Flake

Flavor
NeutralSavory
Texture
CreamySoft
Commonly used for
ToppingCookingSaladMeal Prep