Lime Chiffon Dessert

1-1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
1/3 cup sugar
½ cup butter or margarine, melted

Filling:
1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin [can use lemon or other flavor]
1 cup boiling water
2 packages [one 8 ounces, one 3 ounces] cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton [16 ounces] frozen whipped topping, thawed

Combine the first three ingredients; set aside 2 tablespoons for topping. Press remaining crumbs onto the bottom of an ungreased 13-in x9-inx2-in baking dish; set aside. In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; cool. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add vanilla; mix well. Slowly add gelatin until combined. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until set.

Makes 12-15 servings