1. Start by crushing the Oreo cookies in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs with the melted butter to create the base.
2. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and press about a tablespoon of the Oreo mixture into the bottom of each liner. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
5. Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the Oreo crusts, filling each cup to the top. Use a spatula to smooth out the tops.
6. Drizzle caramel sauce over each cheesecake bite and sprinkle with a tiny pinch of salt for contrast.
7. Chill the cheesecake bites in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set.

These bites are a breeze to make and can be prepared a day in advance if needed. Perfect for those spontaneous dessert cravings or when unexpected guests show up!