2 cups gingersnap cookies, crushed
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup apple butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a food processor, crush the gingersnap cookies until finely ground. Mix with the melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar, mixing well after each addition.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
Stir in the apple butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well blended.
Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Bake in a water bath or directly for about 55-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Cool the cheesecake in the oven for 1 hour, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve with additional apple butter if desired.