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Belgioso Mozzarella Cheese Log
Deli
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Belgioso Mozzarella Cheese Log

BelGioioso
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
5g
Protein
85mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

BelGioioso Mozzarella Cheese Log is a familiar sight in the refrigerated specialty-cheese case of mainstream American supermarkets — usually shelved in the dairy aisle near fresh ricotta, burrata, fresh mozzarella balls, and deli-sliced cheeses. Packaged as an 8-ounce cylindrical log in clear plastic wrap with a simple label, it reads as an approachable, all-purpose Italian-style cheese. Shoppers reach for it on grocery runs geared toward family dinners, weekend brunches, or casual entertaining: think caprese salads and antipasto boards, homemade margherita pizzas, or quick pasta bakes. The brand leans into classic Italian culinary roots and artisan cues — “award winning” and “classic Italian cheeses” — while aiming for a broadly domestic audience that values quality without being niche; marketing skews toward home cooks and families who want an authentic touch without a specialty shop visit. Label cues include a mild “rBST free” health halo and language evoking tradition rather than flashy health claims; there is no organic certification and the packaging is not child-focused. In plain terms, this is a minimally transformed dairy product: milk curdled and formed into a fresh cheese with vinegar and enzymes and a touch of salt, then pasteurized for safety. Sensory notes are soft, moist, and milky with a springy, slightly elastic texture that pulls when melted; flavor is delicate and milky rather than sharp. Rituals of use are tactile and social — slicing into rounds for salads, cubing for platters, or pulling softened strands on a hot pizza. The log format makes portioning easy for both everyday meals and informal gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 oz
Servings per Container: 8
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium85mg4%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Pasteurized, Milk,, Vinegar,, Enzymes,, Salt..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from pasteurized milk, vinegar, enzymes and salt and formed into a fresh cheese, this product is a processed food (NOVA 3) because it is a transformed culinary ingredient produced through dairy processing rather than a raw unprocessed item.

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Common Questions about Belgioso Mozzarella Cheese Log

That depends on your definition of healthy! The mozzarella cheese log is a good source of protein, with about 5 grams per ounce, and it’s low in sugar. If you're looking for a satisfying snack or a way to amp up your meals without a ton of added sugars or preservatives, this cheese fits the bill quite nicely.

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