Heat oven to 350 degrees. Mix crumbs, 2 tb sugar and the butter together. Press into bottom of 9 inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes; cool.
Heat oven to 300 degrees. Beat cream cheese in large mixer bowl. Add l cup sugar gradually, beating until fluffy. Add vanilla, jam, and liquer. Beat in eggs 1 at a time. Pour over crumb mixture.
Bake until center is firm, about l hour. Cool to room temperature. Refrigerate at least 3 hours but no longer than 10 days. Loosen edge of cheesecake with knife before removing side of pan.