This cheese is produced in designated areas of the regions: Campania, Lazio, Apulia, and Molise, according to traditional historical recipes from the city of Aversa in the province of Caserta. It is on the list of products with a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO).
It is a porcelain-white cheese with a creamy texture. The liquid in which Mozzarella di Bufala Campana is immersed protects the cheese, which has a delicate crust and a liquid center. This liquid is sour and salty, it keeps the cheese's flavor and aroma.