5 Most Consumed Cheeses in America

1. Mozzarella Cheese

Per capita consumption in the US in 2021: 12.28 pounds

Percentage score in YouGov’s survey in 2021: 9%

Originating from southern Italy, Mozzarella cheese is most commonly made from buffalo’s milk, although it is also available in other variants. Fresh Mozzarella is usually white but turns yellowish when it is seasoned, depending on the animal’s diet. It is normally soft and melts easily in the oven. Mozzarella cheese can be used for cooked dishes or for fresh dishes like salads. It is also a common substitute for Parmesan on pasta while also being a popular cheese for snacking on with other dishes like crackers and mashed potatoes.

Mozzarella consumption per capita in the US has been as high as 12.28 pounds according to the USDA as of 2021. The figure was not so different in 2020, when the consumption per capita for this cheese in the US was 12.26 pounds. Mozzarella was also ranked among the favorites, with about 9% of the people voting for Mozzarella cheese as their favorite, in YouGov’s survey of more than 8800 US adults.

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