When I meet one of those people who don't like cheese, I really don't know what to say, but I figure they just don't know how many awesome, crazy uses for cheese there really are. Apparently, some people like to pose with cheese in photographs, use it as a material for clothing or even create candles and other home decor with it -- personally, I like it melted on any and every meal I eat.
In this list, you'll find everything from cheesy celebrity-inspired art to creepy crawly cheese sandwiches, complete with a slice of cheddar and a smother of maggots. You'll also find a surprising amount of cheddar, Parmesan and mozzarella-inspired furniture pieces -- did I miss something, or is cheese the new minimalist?
30 Crazy Uses for Cheese
This Delicious Food Staple Makes its Way into Other Industries:
Armida Ascano — Oct 11, 2011 — Lifestyle
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Spooky Halloween Snacks
These Zombie Cupcakes Look Too Good to Eat
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Funky Fast-Food Footwear
The Cheeseburger Vans Combine Skateboard Style with Diner Deliciousness
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Baby Back Rib Cupcakes
This Sweet and Savory Meat-Filled Cornbread Dessert Packs a Punch
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Contoured Munchies Merchandizing
La Fromagerie Branding Markets More Than Holey Cheese
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Air-Shipped Commodity Advertising
This Macrocenter Campaign Flies Foods with Care
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Tantalizing Melon Medleys
This Watermelon Salad Recipe Incorporates an Unusual Fruit Base
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Cheesy Couture Creations
The ‘Versa-Cheese' Runway Collection is Edible
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Virtual Culinary Transformations
'Gourmet Gaming' Turns Digital Treats and Meals into Reality
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Cheese-Covered Campaigns
These Nordica Cottage Cheese Ads Serve Up Dairy Delights
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Beer-Infused Comfort Food
Easy Beer Mac and Cheese is Stuffed with Savory Gooey Goodness
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Fast Food Furniture
Woouf Bean Bags are Inspired by Comfort Food Without the Guilt
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Cheesy Mousetrap Merchandizing
Victor Cheese Wedge Packaging Masquerades as Mouse Food
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Tomato Pie Portraits
The Pizza Express Celebrity Pizzas Feature Famous Album Covers
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Heart-Stopping Cocktails
The Grilled Cheese Martini is the Best of Both Worlds
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Fast Food Flatbread Hybrids
This Poutine Pizza is Topped with High-Fat and High-Flavor Ingredients
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Heart-Stopping Hybrid Meals
The Poutine Burger Will Make You Gain Weight Bite by Bite
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Sumptuous Autumn Desserts
Pumpkin Cream Oreo Tarts are One Good Reason to Love Fall
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Cuddly Fast-Food Cushions
The Pizza Pie Pillow Will Have You Craving A Slice Of This Savory Dish
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Meaty Mind Challenges
This 3-Dimensional Hamburger Puzzle is a Tasty Toy for All Ages
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Merged Taste Wieners
Japa Dog Merges Japanese Cuisine With Hot Dogs
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Heart-Stopping Hamburgers
The Mac N' Cheese Big Daddy Patty Melt is Daringly Delicious
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Celebs Cheesy Spreads
The Faye Halliday Celebrity Portraits Celebrates Cheese With Style
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Berry Savory Pizzas
The Fruit Pizza Recipe Combines Healthy & Sweet in One Refreshing Slice
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Lactose-Phobic Photo Shoots
Mike de Leon's 'Public Dairy Consumption' Series Studies Human Thought
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Moon Phase Cheese Packaging
Tim Sumner Draws Inspiration From Nursery Rhyme for Snazzy Branding
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Cheesy Creamy Candles
Kokocandles Creates a DYI Mac and Cheese Candle
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Cheesy Culinary Writing Utensils
Sharpen the Parmesan Pencil & Savor the Shavings in Pasta
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Stony Cheeseboards
The Brooklyn Slate Company is Classy and Practical
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Creepy Crawly Sammies
The Maggot Melt is a Bizarre State Fair Delicacy
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Illusory Serving Platters
The PLANT Design Group Cheese Board Looks Like a Piece of Swiss
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Conversation Starter Crisps
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Chocolate Cheese Truffles
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Oatmilk Cheese Squares
South Korean Food Tech Brand Armored Fresh Debuts Oat Milk Cheese
Baked Sheep's Milk Cheeses
Trader Joe's Baked Sheep's Milk Ricotta Cheese is Holiday-Ready
TikTok-Viral Tortellini Bakes
A New Viral Recipe Features Cheese and Meat Sauces
Cheese Board Tutorial Books
'That Cheese Plate Will Change Your Life' Highlights DIY Creations
Edible Butter Candles
Papa Johns Created the Garlic Butter Candle for National Garlic Day
Viral Grilled Cheese Burritos
Chipotle Teamed Up with a TikTok Creator to Share a Tasty Menu Hack
Seasoned Cheesy Macaroni Products
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Now Come in Three New Varieties
Canned Meat Snack Bites
SPAM Cheesy Bites Can Be Found in the Frozen Aisle
Cheese-Infused Dog Treats
Bocce's Bakery and Cheez-its Partnered for April Fool's Day
Flavored Blended Cheeses
Kraft Natural Cheese Rolled Out new Flavor Fusions for Home Kitchens
Pickle-Flavored Cheese Curds
Beehive Cheese's Pickle Curds are Infused with Dill and Garlic Flavor
Refined Vegan Cheese Products
Sheese Vegan Cheese Announced a New Recipe and Branding
Sharable Tiny Cheeseburgers
Trader Joe’s Mini Cheeseburgers are the Ultimate Summer Party Dish
Upcycled Cheese Powders
Kerry's Upcycled Cheese Powder is Environmentally-Friendly and Flavorful
Parmesan Espresso Martinis
This Version of the Classic Espresso Martini is Topped with Cheese
Upside-Down Pastries
This Viral TikTok Recipe Layers Honey, Fruits or Veggies and Cheese
Elote-Flavored Macaroni Meals
Mexican Street Food Inspired Goodles' New Boxed Macaroni and Cheese
Cheese Puff Birthday Cakes
Frito-Lay Created a Cheetos Birthday Cake for Cheetos' 75th Anniversary
Frozen Pasta Cubes
A South Carolina Mom Creates a Simple Mac and Cheese Hack for Kids
Fungi-Based Cream Cheeses
This Deliciously Spreadable Vegan Cream Cheese is Sustainably Crafted
High-Quality Frozen Dishes
Tillamook Launches New Pizza and Mac & Cheese Frozen Meals
Heat-and-Eat Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Lunchables Grilled Cheesies are Ready in 60-Seconds
Spiced Ready-to-Serve Queso Dips
Velveeta Cheese Dip Comes in Three Flavors
Chocolate Cheese Slices
Chokocheese is a Snackable Processed Cheese with Nutritional Benefits
Chive-Studded Cheedar Cheeses
Trader Joe's Has a New Smoked English Cheddar Cheese Available
Garlicky Asiago Cheese Dips
Trader Joe’s Garlic & Asiago Cheese Dip Heats Up in Just a Few Minutes
Sweet Pickle Dips
Plucky Pickle Dip's Two New Dips Blend Cream Cheese & White Beans
Plant-Based Cheddar Slices
Stockeld Dreamery Just Added MELT, Cultured Plant-Based Cheddar Slices
Jersey Milk Gouda Cheeses
Trader Joe's Jersey Gouda is Made from the Milk of Dutch Jersey Cows
Cheese Expert Guide Books
'Madame Fromage's Adventures in Cheese' is Educational and Informative
Educational Cheese Experiences
The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium Offers Immersive Experiences
Spreadable Mature Cheese Products
Primula Signature Blend Mature Cheddar Cheese is Easy to Enjoy
3D-Printed Cheesecakes
Researchers Created a Seven-Ingredient Cheesecake Slice with a 3D Printer
Stout-Flavored Macaroni Meals
Guinness Mac & Cheese Blends Stout with Cheddar for a Creamy Sauce
Cheese-Colored Hair Dyes
Velveeta Gold Debuted on Amazon for April Fool's Day
Simplistic Pasta Recipes
A Simple Two-Ingredient Mac and Cheese is Viral on Social Media Sites
Playful Cheese Slice Campaigns
Kraft Singles Unveils its New Cheese Tax Pack Marketing
Cheddar-Topped Cocktails
Skyy Vodka Shared a Cheddar Espresso Martini Recipe for April Fool's Day
Olive Oil Cheeses
GOOD PLANeT Foods' New Line Addresses Demand from Flexitarians
Pink-Hued Macaroni Bowls
Malibu Mac and Cheese Blends Champagne with Three Cheeses
Alternative Cultured Cheeses
Seeductive Foods Uses Regenerative & Upcycled Ingredients
Restaurant Mascot-Themed Collectibles
Funko Released a Retro Chuck E. Cheese 1st Edition Funko Pop
Sandwich-Inspired 70s Decor
The Retro Schlotzsky's Sandwich Studio Line Honors an Iconic Menu Item
Fig-Studded English Cheeses
Trader Joe's New Figgy Cheddar is the Perfect Holiday Cheese
Savory Stick-Style Cheese Snacks
These New Sargento Cheese Snacks Come in Two Varieties
Olive Oil-Based Cheese Slices
GOOD PLANeT Foods Olive Oil Cheese Slices Come in Two New Flavors
Demand-Driven Cheese Products
These New Saputo Cheese Products Come in Two Options
Premade Gourmet Grilled Cheeses
A Friendly Bread Makes Premium, Convenient Frozen Sandwiches
Celebratory Cheesy Snack Cakes
Milk Bar's Cheetle-Infused Birthday Cake Celebrates Cheetos' 75th
Plant Milk Cheese Spreads
These Plant Milk Cheese Spreads are Made with Cheesemaking Methods
Effortless Charcuterie Plates
TikTok's Viral "Girl Dinner" is a Meal Made of Small Bits and Bites
Plant-Based Cream Cheese Spreads
Oatly Introduces a Plant-Based Version of its Cream Cheese Spread
At-Home Fondue Cheeses
Melting Pot at Home Helps Cheese Lovers Enjoy Fondue Without the Pot
Branded Dairy Recipes
Dairy Farmers of Ontario Reveals New Dairy Stats and Meal Ideas
Blueberry Purée-Infused Cheeses
Trader Joe's Just Debuted Its New Blueberry Fields Hard Cheese
Single-Serve Foodservice Pastas
Stouffer's Single-Serve White Cheddar Mac & Cheese is Flavorful
Record-Breaking Cheese Pulls
Doritos Performed the Highest Ever Cheese Pull for National Guac Day
Cheesy Artisan Meat Snacks
These New Country Archer Provisions Products Come in Two Options
Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheeses
Philadelphia's Beloved Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Returns for Fall
Plant-Based Cream Cheeses
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Launches New Plant-Based Spread Nationally
Familiar Frozen Macaroni Meals
Kraft Mac & Cheese Deluxe is Arriving Now in the Freezer Aisle
Flavor-Infused Cheddar Cheeses
Sartori Cheese Added Two Tasty Options to its Cheddar Range
Cartoon-Shaped Pastas
Kraft Mac & Cheese Revives SpongeBob SquarePants Shapes Amidst Fan Demand
Burger-Inspired Ice Creams
So Cute Ice Cream's Cheeseburger Ice Cream is Served with a Pickle
Animal-Free Mozzarella Pizzas
New Culture is Debuting Its Product on Pizzas at Pizzeria Mozza
Chocolate Cheese Treats
VELVEETA and Compartés Chocolatier Debut a Chocolate Cheese Truffle
Thick Mac and Cheese Recipes
An Easy Mac and Cheese Recipe from TikTok is Viral for its Simplicity
Hilarious Fandom Cheese Campaigns
Beecher’s Handmade Cheese Launches First-Ever Paid Ad Campaign
Whiskey-Infused Irish Cheddars
Trader Joe's Has a New Irish Cheddar Cheese with Irish Whiskey
Plant-Powered Cheese Crumbles
Daiya's Alt Cheeses Recreate the Tanginess of Goat Cheese & Feta
Flavor-Infused Cheese Slices
These Kraft Singles Flavored Cheese Slices Come in Three Options
Fridge-Free Cheese Snacks
Cheesies Snacks are Making Their Debut at Asda in the UK
Cream Cheese Pearls
VOMOND's Cream Cheese Pearls Elevate At-Home Eating & Entertaining
White Cheddar-Inspired Snacks
The Babybel Plant-Based White Cheddar Cheese Alternative is Tasty
Creamy Blue Cheese Wedges
Trader Joe's Has a New Dolce Creamy Gorgonzola Style Cheese
Friendship Cream Cheese Campaigns
The 'You’ve Got a Friend in Philly' Campaign is Charming
Breaded Cheese Curd Bites
Trader Joe's Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds are Savoury and Squeaky
Grab-and-Go Charcuterie Cups
Volpi Snack Cups Perfectly Fit a Car's Cup Holder
Molten Cheese Hand Pies
KFC Japan is Serving Up a Ooey Gooey New Cheese Pie
Plant-Based Cheese Campaigns
The Daiya Fromage Forgery Campaign is Dupe Culture-Inspired
Spring-Inspired Artisan Cheeses
Cracker Barrel Cheese Unveils Spring-Inspired Artisan Flavors
Spreadable Truffle Cheeses
Boursin Truffle Cheese Adds a Touch of Luxury to Any Charcuterie
Triple Pepper French Cheeses
Trader Joe's Fromage Pavé Red Chili Pepper Has a Spicy Kick
Viral Cheese Crisp Recipes
Blackstone Parmesan Crisps can be Griddled in just Three Minutes
Cheese-Wrapped Pickles
Pickles in a Blanket is a Cheesy, Two-Ingredient Viral TikTok Snack
Bite-Sized Snacking Cheeses
Mozzamini Pearls Make Easy Everyday Snacks & Luxurious Appetizers
Scottish Cheddar Burgers
The Seriously Cheese Burgers Have a Melty Center and Crispy Exterior
Grilled Cheese-Inspired Burgers
Freddy's New Grilled Cheese Steakburger is Instant Comfort Food
Plant-Based Soft Cheeses
The Cathedral City Our Plant Based Range Now Includes Soft Varieties
Rapid-Melting American Cheeses
Violife Just Like American Slices Easy Melt Cheese is Totally Vegan
Cottage Cheese Ice Creams
Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipes are Going Viral on Social Media
Organic Cream Cheese Spreads
Trader Joe's Organic Plain Cream Cheese Spread is Bagel-Ready
Clean-Ingredient Macaroni Meals
Myles Comfort Foods’ Frozen Mac and Cheese is Protein-Packed
Pearlized Cheese Garnishes
Roquefort Pearls are Developed from Sheep's Milk Blue Cheese
Savory Snacking Donuts
These Mini Donuts are Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese
Artisan-Quality Entertaining Cheeses
Brownes Dairy Club Cheddar Comes in Four Flavors
Kimchi Grilled Cheese Tutorials
Food Influencer @andy_cooks Creates a Viral Kimchi Toastie Recipe
Protein-Packed Cheese Bars
The Protein Cheese Bar Fuels Active Lifestyles
Fried Cheese-Filled Rings
White Castle Just Unveiled New Cheddar Cheese Rings
Seasoned Puffed Cheese Snacks
These New Whisps Snacks Come in Three Varieties
Flavor Mashup Goat Cheeses
Montchevre Duos Will Hit the US Market This Autumn
Squeezable Sausage-Infused Cheeses
Primula Cheddar & Chorizo Squeezy Cheese is Limited-Edition
Yeast Spread Oat Crackers
Nairn's Marmite & Cheese Oatcakes are a New Permanent Product
Versatile Garlic Spreads
Trader Joe's Black Garlic Cream Cheese Spread is the Perfect Go-To Snack
Chickpea-Based Cheese Alternatives
ChickP Uses its Chickpea Protein Isolate for Dairy-Free Cheese
Convenient Cheesy Dips
The House Party Cheesy Dip Offers a Tempting Addition to Snack Time
DIY Cheesy Soup Crackers
This Cheese-Based Cracker Recipe is Made with Tangy Cheddar
Extra-Cheesy Cracker Products
Jacob’s Cheesy Specials are Arriving at UK Retailers This Month
Aged Cheese Tart Recipes
This Red Onion, Thyme, and Parmigiano Reggiano Tart is Sweet and Savory
Curated Cheese Experiences
Curdbox Will Certainly Delight Cheese Enthusiasts
Bold Snacking Cheeses
Crystal Farms Dairy Co.'s New Flavors Elevate Eating Occasions
Sombrero-Shaped Appetizers
TexMex Sombreros are Shapely Snacks Filled with Flavor
Virtual Cheese Board Tutorials
Lady & Larder Offers Virtual Cheese and Charcuterie Board Classes
Ash-Coated Cheeses
Marin French Cheese Co.'s Petite Boo Ash-Coated Brie is a Seasonal Treat
Edible Wreath Kits
The California Cheese Wreath Kit Comes Together with Nuts, Fruit & Crackers
Crispy Cheese Cracker Snacks
34 Degrees Mates Cheese Snacks Come in Three Flavors
Cheese-Stuffed Banana Breads
This Classic Banana Bread Recipe is Infused with Vanilla Cream Cheese
Soft-Ripened Grilling Cheeses
Alouette Brie for Grilling Holds Its Shape on the Grill
All-Natural Cheese Waxes
The Procudan 'ProCera' Natural Cheese Wax Has Many Applications
Five-Cheese Stuffed Crusts
Pizza Guys Has Just Launched New Five Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza
Melty Alt Cheeses
Daiya's Reformulated Dairy-Free Cheese Alternatives Use Oat Cream
Regional Cuisine-Inspired Breads
These New Donatos Cheese Breads Come in Two Options
Artisan Cheese Fondues
This Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue is Ready in Minutes
Griddled Sopressata Chip Recipes
Frico Chips with Sopressata are Easy to make with a Home Griddle
Cheesy Frozen Bread Bites
Brazi Bites Everything Brazilian Cheese Bread is Great for Any Meal
Grill-Friendly Cheese Products
These Cypressa Grilling Cheeses are Great for Summertime Enjoyment
Cheese Subscription Clubs
Murray's Cheese Club Offers Themed Journeys for Product Discovery
Party-Ready Restaurant Publications
The Chuck E. Cheese and Friends Party Cookbook is Delightful
Cheesy Seafood Melts
Pizza Hut Japan Just Unveiled a New Warm Shrimp Gratin Hut Melt
Creamy Californian Cheeses
Step Ladder Creamery's Big Sur Cheese Embodies the Location's Essence
Milk Punch Cocktails
Gettin' Milky with Nut Incorporates Cheese into a Light, Refreshing Drink
Probiotic-Packed Alt Cheeses
Fermented Cashews Make This Meadow Herb & Garlic Cheese Alternative
Bite-Sized Lobster Sandwiches
These Lobster Grilled Cheese Appetizers Elevate Classic Comfort Food
Pepperoni-Packed Pizza Snacks
Domino's Pepperoni Stuffed Cheesy Bread is a Meaty Take on a Classic
Block-Style Mozzarella Cheeses
Tillamook County Creamery Association Debuts Whole Milk Mozzarella
Extra-Creamy Cream Cheese Blocks
Tillamook Brick Cream Cheese is Perfect for Cooking and Baking
Seasonal Sharp Cheddar Pizzas
Your Pie Created the Bacon and Cheddar Pizza for the Winter Season