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This mozzarella keeps it incredibly simple, which is a huge win if you're scanning for unnecessary additives. With zero sugar per 100g and a near-perfect score, it delivers that classic, milky pull you want on a homemade pizza night. The texture is firm and sliceable, perfect for layering in lasagna without it turning into a watery mess. It's a straightforward, high-quality block. The only real 'con' is that it's a block, so you'll need to grate it yourself if you want shreds, which is a bit of a time-sink on a busy weeknight compared to pre-shredded bags.

If convenience is your main driver, this pre-shredded option delivers. It has a very high score, but the label shows 3g of sugar per 100g and a few extra ingredients like potato starch and natamycin to prevent clumping. The shreds are dry to the touch, making them super easy to sprinkle evenly over a casserole or into a lunchbox salad. The trade-off is a slight textural difference; the anti-caking agents can sometimes leave a faint, powdery feel on the tongue, and it doesn't melt quite as seamlessly as the pure blocks. It's a solid pick for quick meals.

This is another top-tier block option, mirroring the first product with a stellar score and a zero-sugar, four-ingredient list. It's essentially the same clean formula: milk, culture, salt, enzymes. The texture is firm and holds its shape well, making it ideal for slicing into cubes for a snack plate or cubing for a hearty stew. While it performs beautifully, the trade-off is the same as any block cheese—it needs prep. You can't just dump it on a sandwich. For me, that prep time is worth it for the purity, but if you're always in a rush, it might end up sitting in the fridge.

These cheese sticks are a lifesaver for busy days. The label is pristine: zero sugar and a perfect score. They offer that satisfying, mild mozzarella flavor and a firm-yet-bendable texture that's great for eating straight from the fridge. I often toss one in my gym bag for a quick post-workout protein bite. The main trade-off is the packaging waste; individually wrapped sticks create more trash than a single block. Also, they can feel a bit pricier per ounce. Still, for grab-and-go nutrition, they are tough to beat.

This pre-shredded bag is a workhorse for anyone who makes pizza or pasta bakes regularly. It has the same top-tier score and zero sugar as the pure blocks, but it includes powdered cellulose to keep the shreds from turning into one giant clump. The melt is good and gooey, though maybe not quite as silky as a block you grate yourself. It's fantastic for sprinkling straight from the bag onto a baking sheet of fries or a quick quesadilla. The trade-off is that cellulose additive; it's harmless, but some label-readers prefer to avoid it.