Let’s be honest… there’s something deeply satisfying about a joke so cheesy it makes everyone in the room groan. You know the ones. The punchline lands, someone sighs dramatically, and yet… they’re smiling. Maybe even chuckling against their will.
Cheesy jokes are the comfort food of humor. They’re predictable, a little silly, and absolutely impossible to resist. Whether you’re trying to break the ice at a party, make your kids laugh at dinner, or just need something wholesome to share in the group chat, these jokes deliver every single time.
What makes a joke “cheesy” anyway? It’s that perfect combination of an obvious setup, a groan-worthy pun, and the sheer audacity to tell it with a straight face. The best cheesy jokes don’t try to be clever—they embrace their corniness and dare you not to laugh.
We’ve gathered 75 of the cheesiest, most delightfully terrible jokes around. From classic one-liners your grandpa probably told to fresh puns that’ll make you the hero (or villain) of your next gathering, this list has something for everyone. Fair warning: side effects may include uncontrollable eye-rolling and the sudden urge to share these with literally everyone you know.
Quick-Fire Cheesy One-Liners
Sometimes you need a joke that hits fast and doesn’t overstay its welcome. These one-liners are perfect for dropping into conversation and watching the delayed groans roll in.
- I’m reading a book about anti-gravity. It’s impossible to put down.
- I used to hate facial hair, but then it grew on me.
- I’m on a seafood diet. I see food and I eat it.
- I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised.
- I’m friends with 25 letters of the alphabet. I don’t know Y.
- What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta.
- I used to play piano by ear, but now I use my hands.
- The rotation of Earth really makes my day.
- I’m terrified of elevators, so I’m taking steps to avoid them.
- Did you hear about the claustrophobic astronaut? He just needed a little space.
- I have a joke about chemistry, but I don’t think it will get a reaction.
- Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana.
- I stayed up all night wondering where the sun went. Then it dawned on me.
- My wife told me to stop impersonating a flamingo. I had to put my foot down.
- I have a joke about construction, but I’m still working on it.
Classic Q&A Cheesy Jokes
The setup-and-punchline format is a timeless classic. There’s something beautiful about asking a ridiculous question and delivering an even more ridiculous answer.
What do you call cheese that isn’t yours?
Nacho cheese.
Why don’t scientists trust atoms?
Because they make up everything.
What do you call a bear with no teeth?
A gummy bear.
Why did the scarecrow win an award?
Because he was outstanding in his field.
What do you call a fish without eyes?
A fsh.
Why don’t eggs tell jokes?
They’d crack each other up.
What do you call a sleeping dinosaur?
A dino-snore.
Why did the bicycle fall over?
Because it was two-tired.
What do you call a dog that does magic tricks?
A Labracadabrador.
Why can’t you give Elsa a balloon?
Because she’ll let it go.
What do you call a cow with no legs?
Ground beef.
Why did the tomato turn red?
Because it saw the salad dressing.
What’s orange and sounds like a parrot?
A carrot.
Why do seagulls fly over the sea?
Because if they flew over the bay, they’d be bagels.
What do you call a can opener that doesn’t work?
A can’t opener.
Food-Related Cheesy Jokes
Because what goes better with cheese than more food humor? These jokes are calorie-free but packed with flavor.
Why did the cookie go to the doctor?
Because it was feeling crummy.
What do you call a sad strawberry?
A blueberry.
Why do bananas have to wear sunscreen?
Because they peel.
What did the grape do when it got stepped on?
Nothing, it just let out a little wine.
Why did the mushroom go to the party?
Because he was a fungi.
What do you call a cheese that likes to shoot hoops?
Swiss—nothing but net.
Why shouldn’t you tell a secret on a farm?
Because the potatoes have eyes, the corn has ears, and the beans stalk.
What does a nosey pepper do?
Gets jalapeño business.
Why did the orange stop rolling down the hill?
It ran out of juice.
What did the lettuce say to the celery?
Quit stalking me!
Animal-Themed Cheesy Jokes
Animals make everything funnier. It’s science. (Okay, it’s not science, but these jokes are still hilarious.)
What do you call an alligator wearing a vest?
An investigator.
Why do cows wear bells?
Because their horns don’t work.
What do you call a fish that wears a crown?
A king fish. (This one’s just for the halibut.)
Why don’t oysters share?
Because they’re shellfish.
What do you call a fly without wings?
A walk.
Why do bees have sticky hair?
Because they use honeycombs.
What do you call a pig that does karate?
A pork chop.
Why are frogs so happy?
They eat whatever bugs them.
What do you call a lazy kangaroo?
A pouch potato.
What’s a cat’s favorite color?
Purrple.
Why did the chicken join a band?
Because it had the drumsticks.
What do you call a snake wearing a hard hat?
A boa constructor.
Why don’t elephants use computers?
Because they’re afraid of the mouse.
What do you call two birds in love?
Tweet-hearts.
Why did the duck get a red card?
For fowl play.
Cheesy Knock-Knock Jokes
Is there anything cheesier than a knock-knock joke? Absolutely not. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Boo.
Boo who?
Don’t cry, it’s just a joke!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Lettuce.
Lettuce who?
Lettuce in, it’s cold out here!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Cow says.
Cow says who?
No, cow says moo!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Atch.
Atch who?
Bless you!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Nobel.
Nobel who?
Nobel, that’s why I knocked!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Tank.
Tank who?
You’re welcome!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Interrupting cow.
Interrup—
MOO!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Europe.
Europe who?
No, YOU’RE a poo!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Wooden shoe.
Wooden shoe who?
Wooden shoe like to hear another joke?
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Dishes.
Dishes who?
Dishes the police, open up!
Puns So Cheesy They Should Come With a Warning Label
These puns are weapons-grade cheesy. Handle with care. Or don’t—just fire them off at will and enjoy the chaos.
- I’m no photographer, but I can picture us together.
- I used to be a banker, but I lost interest.
- I’m reading a book on the history of glue. I can’t seem to put it down.
- The shovel was a groundbreaking invention.
- I wondered why the baseball kept getting bigger. Then it hit me.
- I did a theatrical performance about puns. It was a play on words.
- England doesn’t have a kidney bank, but it does have a Liverpool.
- Broken pencils are pointless.
- A bicycle can’t stand on its own because it’s two-tired.
- My ceiling isn’t the best, but it’s up there.
Dad Jokes: Peak Cheese Achievement
Dad jokes are the final evolution of cheesy humor. They’ve transcended regular comedy and achieved something… special.
I’m afraid for the calendar.
Its days are numbered.
What did the ocean say to the beach?
Nothing, it just waved.
Why do fathers take an extra pair of socks when they go golfing?
In case they get a hole in one.
I used to hate math, but then I realized decimals have a point.
What’s the best thing about Switzerland?
I don’t know, but the flag is a big plus.
I asked my dog what’s two minus two. He said nothing.
What did the janitor say when he jumped out of the closet?
Supplies!
Why can’t a nose be 12 inches long?
Because then it would be a foot.
I’m so good at sleeping I can do it with my eyes closed.
Want to hear a joke about paper?
Never mind—it’s tearable.
Bonus: The Cheesiest of the Cheesy
We saved the absolute worst (best?) for last. These jokes are so cheesy they should probably be refrigerated.
Why did the cheese go to therapy?
It had too many emotional holes.
What do you call an explosive cheese?
Da brie.
What cheese is made backward?
Edam.
What do you call cheese that’s feeling down?
Blue cheese.
What did the cheese say when it looked in the mirror?
Halloumi!
Wrapping Up This Cheesy Feast
And there you have it—75 jokes so cheesy they could top a pizza. Whether you came here looking for something to make your kids giggle, a pun to drop in the office, or just wanted to scroll through some delightfully terrible humor, we hope you found what you were looking for.
The beautiful thing about cheesy jokes is that they bring people together. Sure, everyone groans. But they’re groaning together. And usually laughing right after.
Feel free to bookmark this page for the next time you need to lighten the mood. And remember: the cheesier the joke, the better the reaction.
One more for the road:
What did the cheese say after escaping the mouse?
“I’m finally free—I’m feta up with running!”
Now go forth and spread the cheese.