Preheat oven to 350° F.
Mix together melted butter and crushed gluten-free cookies until fully combined.
Let cream cheese soften to room temperature.
Use a hand mixer to whip cream cheese on medium-high speed for 1 minute or until soft and creamy.
Add in eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until well combined
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Smooth cookie mixture into bottom of the pan with a spatula.
Pour cheesecake filling on top of cookie crust.
Break up chewy cookies, and press into the top of cheesecake layer.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until cheesecake is set but not firm.
Let cool to room temperature then place in fridge to set for 2 hours before slicing.