What is the best cheese for pizza?

[nascar]

I think I put too much mozzarella on it. It is not elastic as usual when I get a slice.

[mitchla]

Mozzarella is definitely the go-to for that classic pizza stretch, but it sounds like you might've gone a bit heavy on it. Too much cheese can actually make your pizza less stretchy and a bit soggy, as it releases a lot of moisture while melting.

Adding a bit of provolone can give you a nice stretch and a bit of a sharper flavor. Some people also like to mix in a bit of cheddar for a slight tang and more complex flavor, or even some Parmesan for a bit of a nutty bite.

Also, make sure your mozzarella isn't too wet. If you're using fresh mozzarella, give it a chop and then let it sit on some paper towels to soak up excess moisture before tossing it on your dough.

[HawkPerception]

My unpopular opinion is cheddar cheese is the best. My dad once made pizza with cheddar cheese and it was the best pizza I've had. But maybe that's because I just love cheddar that much.

Other than that, mozzarella is the go-to and you can add a little asiago and goat cheese. I LOVE goat cheese on pizza.

[LiamS95]

There are different kinds of mozzarella it mostly has to do with moisture content, the best for pizza has a lower moisture content. I like to use a combination of mozzarella and provolone, and finish with a bit of both Parmigiano Reggiano and Pecorino Romano

[purplepoppy]

Pizza outlets often use a fake cheese called analogue cheese. I find the hard rubbery block type of mozz is better than the balls in whey when it comes to pizza. Try mixing it with one of the Swiss melting cheeses like gouda.

[purplepoppy]

If you add lemon juice to cheese it makes it stretchy

[handsomelad70]

Mozzarella.

[PBandJ_Nerd]

Mozzarella usually. I don't mind if it's like a five cheese pizza or also has another like goat cheese on it.

[Nikki1989]

Mozzarella used sparingly. Most pizza outlets destroy their pizzas by drowning it in cheese.

[Kingofkings1992]

You say ice cream tastes like “cold vomit.” Almost any opinion you have regarding food is invalid

[thegreenyogi]

I live in Italy and usually on pizza here we put on it a cheese which is called " fiordilatte" which is very similar to mozzarella in how it looks but its differently in texture. I don't know if where you are in the world you can find it.

[Kelly6]

@thegreenyogi
is it made of water bafflo milk?

[thegreenyogi]

No always cow milk but it becomes more stringy with heat.

[Kelly6]

oh ok

[Kelly6]

taste of buffalo milk is quite different

[flautistnaturist]

manchego parmesan gruyere? ( presuming you keep your own animals and can ensure personally they are treated humanely ) water buffalo mozzarella seems most standard traditional

[NamerOfStars]

Proper mozzarella cheese is made with the milk of the water buffalo, not the cow; once you've had it, the cow stuff is never quite the same. THAT on a pizza is something phenomenal.

[andreasderjuengere]

I prefer a mild semi-hard cheese such as gouda, or certain cheddar types.
The aroma comes from the bits and pieces of the other topping and herbs of course.

[tfan1]

I think the cheese is coated in cornstarch and that is supposed to help keep the cheese fresher longer. But hinders the stretchiness of regular mozzarella

[electromagnetic]

I like blue cheese but if I say it can go on pizza, I’ll be shunned. 😆

[AviatorTom]

Mozzarella for the base, parmesan sprinkled on top.

[user4477388]

Make a trip to Wisconsin it's usually mozzarella but in Wisconsin be for warned if you ask for extra cheese be aware you're going to get extra and then some. Nobody does cheese like Wisconsin we are the best!

[Anonymous]

you have to use the right cheese. most restaurant pizza uses Leprino mozzarella, not Kraft like you get in the store and not Buffalo mozzarella

[CoolCatMar1]

Mozzarella is the only top tier for pizza lol

[CoolCatMar1]

I love your username 😍 nascar

[handsomelad70]

No. I'm rather a lad's lad, but of course, I WELCOME female companionship. I just find it easier to bond with other men.

[OtterMan68]

mozzarella and provolone cheese. 70%/30% mixture

[TheSpaceGnome]

Mozzarella is the only cheese for pizza in my opinion.

[Kingofkings1992]

Mozzarella. Fontana and provolone are good as well

[coachTanthony]

Provolone is the best in my opinion

[Iron_Man]

Mozzarella is good

[Kelly6]

water buffalo Mozzarella

[mandyfire98]

Mozzarella

[Anonymous]

Try feta cheese 👍🏻