SWEET & SAVORY MINI APPLE CHEESECAKES

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Be prepared for a delightful surprise-the blue cheese in this dessert adds a touch of savory flavor that complements the sweetness of the apples. It's always a big hit. -Jamie Jones, Madison Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 medium apples, peeled and sliced
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 375°. In a small bowl, mix oats, walnuts and brown sugar; stir in butter. Divide mixture among eight paper-lined muffin cups; press onto bottoms to form a crust. Bake 7-9 minutes or until light brown. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add egg; beat on low speed just until blended. Fold in blue cheese. Pour over crusts., Bake 15-20 minutes or until centers are almost set. Cool in pan on a wire rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate overnight, covering after cheesecakes are completely cooled., In a large skillet, combine brown sugar, cream, butter and salt; bring to a boil. Add apples; return to a boil. Cook 8-10 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool completely., To serve, remove liners from cheesecakes. Top cheesecakes with apple mixture; sprinkle with walnuts.

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