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Kraft Fat Free Mozzarella Shredded
Dairy
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Kraft Fat Free Mozzarella Shredded

Kraft
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
33
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kraft Fat Free Mozzarella Shredded is a familiar, convenience-focused dairy product you’d find in the refrigerated cheese aisle alongside other shredded and reduced‑fat cheeses, near pizza toppings, grated Parmesan, and ready‑to‑use pasta ingredients. Packaged in a resealable 7 oz plastic bag, its fine, pre‑shredded strands promise quick melting and easy sprinkling over pizza, casseroles, salads, and weeknight pastas. The brand positioning leans on Kraft’s long‑standing, family‑friendly reputation — a value and trust message aimed at busy parents and time‑pressed cooks who want a recognizable label and a simple solution for kid‑approved meals. The product carries health‑oriented cues such as “fat free” and a note about milk from cows raised without added rbST, creating a mild health halo despite being a processed form of cheese; there is no organic certification or natural/clean‑label guarantee. On the ingredient panel you’ll see pasteurized skim milk and cheese culture alongside functional additives — modified cornstarch to prevent caking, natamycin as a mold inhibitor, and even an artificial color — signaling industrial processing steps used to preserve appearance and shelf stability. Sensory experience is straightforward: cool, slightly dry shreds that separate easily in the bag, melt into a stretchy, mild‑milky layer on hot dishes, and blend into casseroles without heavy flavor. Rituals around the product are casual and communal — sprinkling over a homemade pizza while kids assemble toppings, topping soup at a quick lunch, or stashing a bag for last‑minute dinner rescue. In plain terms, this is a prepared, convenience cheese crafted for everyday American cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* 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

NONFAT, MOZZARELLA, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, SKIM, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, YEAST*,, ARTIFICIAL, COLOR,, ENZYMES,, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE),, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH, (ADDED, TO, PREVENT, CAKING),, NATAMYCIN, (A, NATURAL, MOLD, INHIBITOR), *INGREDIENT, NOT, IN, REGULAR, MOZZARELLA, CHEESE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Natamycin - Synthetic preservative
  • Artificial Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Pre‑shredded cheese contains industrial additives (modified cornstarch, natamycin, artificial color) and is reformulated for shelf/stability and convenience, matching NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Kraft Fat Free Mozzarella Shredded

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This shredded cheese is low in fat and calories, which might make it a good option for those watching their weight. However, it’s not particularly high in protein or fiber, so if you’re looking for a nutrient-dense snack, you might want to pair it with something like whole grain crackers or fresh veggies.

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