Combine nuts, graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp. sugar, cinnamon and butter and mix well. Firmly press mixture into bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of 9 inch spring form pan.
Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add 1 cup sugar mixing well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1/3 cup amaretto and pour into pan. Bake at 375 for 45 to 50 minutes or until set.
Combine sour cream, 1 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. sugar and 1 tbsp. amaretto. Stir well and spoon over cheesecake. Bake at 500°F for 5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature and refrigerate 24 to 48 hours. Before serving, garnish with almonds and grated chocolate.
Author's Comments
I usually increase the amaretto to about 1/2 cup to give a little stronger flavor. Enjoy!
An outstanding recipe. I assembled the ingredients in the food processor so it was super easy. Taste is wonderful! It received rave reviews from all who tasted.
Instructions
Combine nuts, graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp. sugar, cinnamon and butter and mix well. Firmly press mixture into bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of 9 inch spring form pan.
Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add 1 cup sugar mixing well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1/3 cup amaretto and pour into pan. Bake at 375 for 45 to 50 minutes or until set.
Combine sour cream, 1 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. sugar and 1 tbsp. amaretto. Stir well and spoon over cheesecake. Bake at 500°F for 5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature and refrigerate 24 to 48 hours. Before serving, garnish with almonds and grated chocolate.
Author's Comments
I usually increase the amaretto to about 1/2 cup to give a little stronger flavor. Enjoy!
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