Cream together margarine and sugar. Beat in vanilla. Beat in flour just until blended. Pat dough in bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of 9 inch springform pan.
TO MAKE FILLING:
Beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth. Pour into crust.
TO MAKE TOPPING:
Toss together apples, sugar, peel and cinnamon. Arrange topping over filling. Sprinkle with almonds.
TO BAKE:
Bake in 400 degree oven for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake 25 more minutes. Let cool in pan before removing side of pan.