Savory Gorgonzola Cheesecake Bites

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   Heat oven to 325 degrees F.

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   Melt 3 Tbsp.

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   butter; mix with cracker crumbs.

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   Spoon into 24 paper-lined mini muffin cups, adding about 1 tsp.

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   to each.

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   Beat cream cheese, 1/3 cup Gorgonzola cheese and whipping cream in medium bowl with mixer until blended.

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   Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing after each just until blended.

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   Spoon into prepared muffin cups, adding about 1 Tbsp.

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   to each.

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    Bake 15 min.

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    or until centers are almost set.

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    Cool cheesecakes in pans 10 min.

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    Remove from pans to wire racks; cool completely.

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    Refrigerate cheesecakes 1 hour.

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    Meanwhile, cover baking sheet with foil.

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    Cook sugar and remaining butter in small saucepan on medium heat until butter is melted.

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    Add nuts; cook 5 to 7 min.

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    or until nuts are lightly browned and evenly glazed, stirring constantly.

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    Spread into single layer on prepared baking sheet; cool completely.

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    Top cheesecakes with remaining gorgonzola cheese and candied nuts just before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.