2 cups Gingersnap Cookies, crushed
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
2 packages (8 oz each) Cream Cheese
3/4 cup Sugar
1 cup Apple Butter
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
3 large Eggs
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine crushed gingersnap cookies and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
Press the crust mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake the crust for about 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Beat the cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding sugar and then mixing until fluffy.
Mix in apple butter and vanilla extract until well blended.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Pour the filling over the cooled gingersnap crust and spread evenly.
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.
Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream or apple butter if desired.