Ingredients

  • 1 (10-ounce) container fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 1 1/4 cups fresh raspberries
  • 1 1/4 cups fresh blackberries
  • 2/3 cup fresh blueberries
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • Pinch ground cinnamon
  • 4 meringue cookies, coarsely crumbled

Method

  • Toss the berries, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl.
  • Let stand until juices form, tossing occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir the mascarpone cheese in a large bowl to loosen.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the cream, remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar, and pinch of cinnamon in another large bowl to soft peaks.
  • Fold 1/4 of the cream into the mascarpone cheese to lighten.
  • Fold in the remaining whipped cream.
  • Using a slotted spoon, divide the berries among plates.
  • Spoon the mascarpone cheese atop the berries.
  • Sprinkle the meringue cookies over top.
  • Drizzle the berry juices around the dessert and serve immediately.