Caramelized Apple Tarts

• 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 1 package (11.1 ounces) no-bake cheesecake mix
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 5 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

1. Unfold pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut into eight 4-in. circles. Place on greased
2. . Bake at 400u0b0 for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
3. Prepare cheesecake filling according to package directions; set aside. (Save packet of crust crumbs for another use.)
4. In a large skillet, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat; stir in cinnamon. Add half of the apples; cook and stir for 10 minutes or until tender.
5. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Repeat with remaining apples. Drain cooking juices, reserving 1/3 cup in the skillet; discard remaining juices. Add cream to skillet; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
6. Split each pastry in half horizontally. Top each with 2 heaping tablespoons of cheesecake filling. Top with apple slices and drizzle with caramel sauce. Refrigerate leftovers.

pastry, cheesecake mix, butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, apples, heavy whipping cream

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/caramelized-apple-tarts/ (may not work)