Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F.

Step 2

Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; spray with cooking spray. Combine wafer crumbs, 1/2 cup nuts and butter; press onto bottom of prepared pan. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 3

Microwave caramels and cream in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 to 3 min. or until caramels are completely melted, stirring after each minute; pour over crust.

Step 4

Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over crust; sprinkle with remaining nuts.

Step 5

Bake 30 to 35 min. or until center is almost set. Cool. Refrigerate 4 hours. Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars.