Mozzarella Sticks
Also listed as Breaded Mozzarella Sticks and Fried Cheese Sticks.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Mozzarella sticks are breaded cheese sticks sold frozen for frying or baking. Labels may say mozzarella sticks.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are baked or fried and served with marinara.
Here is what food agencies say.
Breaded cheese appetizers fall under FDA labeling and allergen rules.
Here is what research has found.
Undeclared wheat, milk, or soy in breading can drive mozzarella stick recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Keep frozen. Cook thoroughly. Contains milk and usually wheat.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
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v1.0Updated 9/18/2026