This delicious berry meringue trifle is the perfect spring or summer dessert recipe. Light and tasty, and easy to whip up for a summer picnic or BBQ.
Prepare the cake mix as directed on the packaging. Add 8-9 drops of red food coloring and stir. Pour cake mix into a 9x12 cake pan and bake according to the package directions. Allow to cool.
Beat together the mascarpone, icing sugar, whipping cream, and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth. Set aside.
Combine the berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Lightly smash the berries with a fork to release the juices.
Cut up the cake into small bite-sized cubes.
Break the meringues into small pieces.
Add some cake pieces to the bottom of a mason jar. Add a couple of spoonfuls {approximately 1/3rd cup} of the mascarpone filling followed by a small handful of the meringue pieces and then the berries {approximately 1/4-1/3 cup}. Repeat the layering until you reach the top of the jar. Top with a small dollop of the mascarpone mixture and garnish with fresh berries.