Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and wrap the bottom and sides of the pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Set aside.
To make the crust, in a large bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter until combined.
Press the crust into the bottom of the pan and set aside.
In a mixer, beat cream cheese on medium.
Add sugar.
Add sour cream and vanilla.
Add eggs, one at a time.
In a large bowl, add your apples, cinnamon, salt and sugar.
Mix to coat.
Lay apples on top of the crust, covering it evenly.
Pour cheesecake filling over the top of apples. Set aside.