2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup apple butter
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium bowl, combine crushed gingersnap cookies with melted butter and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in granulated sugar.
Add apple butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; blend until combined.
Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Pour cheesecake filling over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in a preheated oven for 50-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Cool in the oven, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Release from the springform pan, slice, and serve topped with whipped cream or caramel sauce.