Amaretto Mousse Cheesecake

• graham cracker crumbs↗2 cups
• butter↗1⁄2 cup

  melted

• knox unflavored gelatin↗1
• cold water1⁄2 cup
• cream cheese↗3 packages

  softened

• sugar↗1 1⁄4 cups
• evaporated milk↗1 can
• lemon juice↗1 teaspoon
• amaretto liqueur↗1⁄3 cup
• vanilla↗1 teaspoon
• heavy cream↗3⁄4 cup

  whipped

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.

2. 2

   Press into bottom and sides of a 9" springform pan and then chill.

3. 3

   In a small saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water.

4. 4

   Let stand for one minute.

5. 5

   Stir over low heat until dissolved, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Put aside.

7. 7

   Beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy.

8. 8

   Gradually add evaporated milk and lemon juice to cream cheese mixture.

9. 9

   Beat until fluffy, about 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Gradually beat the gelatin into cream cheese mixture along with liqueur and vanilla.

11. 11

    Fold in the whipped cream.

12. 12

    Pour into crust.

13. 13

    Chill 8 hours or overnight.

14. 14

    Garnish with chocolate sauce and berries, if desired.