Smoked Mozzarella
VegetarianNaturally smoked mozzarella delivers a subtle smokiness and exceptional melt to every pizza slice.
Smoked mozzarella, or mozzarella affumicata, is fresh mozzarella that has been cold-smoked over wood chips, giving it a golden exterior and a distinctive smoky flavor that permeates through its creamy interior. It melts beautifully on pizza, creating stretchy, flavorful cheese pulls with a depth that regular mozzarella cannot match. It is particularly stunning on pizzas where you want a smoky undertone without adding cured meats.
Flavor Profile
Season: all year
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Smoked Mozzarella
Smoked Mozzarella Supreme
San Marzano Red Sauce
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with San Marzano Red sauce and tops it with Smoked Mozzarella, Roasted Red Pepper, Italian Sausage, and Fresh Basil, delivering a crowd-pleasing experience suited to year-round enjoyment.”
Pistachio & Smoked Mozzarella
Pistachio Pesto Sauce
“Built on a Pistachio Pesto foundation, this refined pie layers Smoked Mozzarella, Roasted Red Pepper, Fresh Basil, and Pistachio into a vibrant creation ideal for any occasion.”
Truffle Smoked Mozzarella & Mushroom
Truffle Cream Sauce
“A elegant Truffle Cream-based pizza bringing together Smoked Mozzarella, Mushrooms, Thyme, and Parmesan for a garden-fresh masterpiece. Perfect for year-round enjoyment.”
Calabrian Smoked Sausage
Calabrian Chili Oil Base
“Calabrian Chili Oil sauce meets Smoked Mozzarella, Italian Sausage, Roasted Red Pepper, and Oregano in this rustic, bold and meaty pizza. A standout choice for any occasion.”
Vodka Smoked Mozzarella & Pepper
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Built on a Vodka Cream foundation, this traditional pie layers Smoked Mozzarella, Roasted Red Pepper, Fresh Basil, and Parmesan into a vibrant creation ideal for year-round enjoyment.”
Brown Butter Smoked Mozzarella & Pear
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“Built on a Brown Butter Sage foundation, this refined pie layers Smoked Mozzarella, Pear, Walnut, and Prosciutto into a hearty creation ideal for crisp autumn evenings.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between smoked mozzarella and regular mozzarella?
Smoked mozzarella has been cold-smoked over wood chips (often cherry or apple wood), giving it a tan exterior, firmer texture, and distinctive smoky flavor. Regular mozzarella is mild and purely milky. The smoking process also extends its shelf life slightly.
Does smoked mozzarella melt well on pizza?
Yes, it melts beautifully — slightly less fluid than fresh mozzarella but with a wonderful stretchy consistency. Slice it thin for the best coverage and melt.