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CHEESECAKE 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp. butter, melted 1/3 cup Amaretto 3 8-oz. pkgs. cream cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 4 eggs Combine graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp. sugar, cinnamon, and butter; mix well. Firmly press mixture in bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Beat cream cheese with mixer until light and fluffy. gradually add one cup sugar, mixing well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1/3 cup Amaretto; pour into prepared pan. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes or until set. TOPPING 1 8 oz. carton sour cream 1 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. sugar 1 tbsp. Amaretto 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds 1 1.2 oz. chocolate candy bar, grated Combine sour cream, sugar and Amaretto. Stir well and spoon over cheesecake after it has cooked and cooled for 20 minutes. Bake at 500°F for 5 minutes. Let cake cool to room temperature then refrigerate for 24-48 hours. Garnish with almonds and chocolate. |
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