Fluffy Lemon Dessert
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 package (.3 ounce) lemon gelatin
1 cup boiling water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Pour milk into a large metal bowl; place mixer beaters in the bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and butter; set aside 1 tablespoon for topping.
Press remaining crumb mixture into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Chill until set.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in lemon juice; cool.
In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth.
Add gelatin mixture and mix well.
Beat evaporated milk until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture.
Pour over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Refrigerate leftovers.