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Vegan Lemon Blueberry Poke Cake

March 18, 2026 By Carrots and Flowers

If you’re looking for a dessert that feels light, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Vegan Lemon Blueberry Poke Cake delivers in every way.

It’s soft, citrusy, and soaked with a vibrant blueberry drizzle that seeps into every bite—then finished with a cloud-like layer of whipped cream cheese frosting. The result? A cake that’s refreshing, indulgent, and surprisingly easy to make.

This is the kind of dessert that looks impressive but comes together with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.

Why This Recipe Works

This cake hits that balance most desserts miss—it’s rich and refreshing.

  • Bright lemon flavor that keeps it light and not overly sweet

  • Juicy blueberry drizzle that adds moisture and depth

  • Soft, tender crumb thanks to aquafaba (a natural egg replacer)

  • Creamy whipped topping that ties everything together

Every layer builds flavor without making the cake feel heavy.

The Secret to That Perfect Texture

Instead of eggs, this recipe uses aquafaba (the liquid from chickpeas), which helps create a light, fluffy crumb while keeping the cake fully vegan.

Paired with oil and plant milk, it gives you a cake that stays moist for days—not dry or crumbly like some vegan bakes.

That Signature “Poke Cake” Moment

What makes this cake stand out is the technique.

Once baked, the cake is poked all over and drenched in a homemade blueberry lemon drizzle. As it chills, the liquid soaks in, creating:

  • Pockets of jammy blueberry flavor

  • A super moist, almost custardy texture

  • A beautiful marbled look when sliced

It’s low effort, high reward—and exactly why poke cakes never go out of style.

Elevated with Cream Cheese Whipped Cream

The topping is where everything comes together.

Using Nature’s Charm Coconut Whipping Cream and Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk creates a topping that’s:

  • Light and airy

  • Slightly tangy

  • Perfectly balanced against the sweet berries

It spreads easily and gives the cake that bakery-style finish without feeling too heavy.

Perfect For:

  • Spring and summer gatherings

  • Birthdays, brunches, and celebrations

  • Make-ahead desserts (it gets better as it sits)

  • Anyone who loves fruity, refreshing sweets

This is one of those recipes that feels effortless but intentional—the kind people ask you for after one bite.

📌 Pin the photo below to save this recipe for later. For more tasty vegan treats, try my Vegan Mango Passion Fruit Tres Leches or my Vegan Smurf Ice Cream Sandwiches.

 

Vegan Lemon Blueberry Poke Cake
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Cook time
1 hour
Total time
1 hour 20 mins
 
Author: Carrots and Flowers
Recipe type: Vegan, Spring, Summer
Cuisine: Dessert
Serves: 16 servings
Ingredients
  • Dry ingredients
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt

  • Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup grapeseed oil
  • ½ cup aquafaba
  • 2 Tbsp lemon extract
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup plant milk
  • 1¾ cups sugar

  • Blueberry Drizzle
  • 1 lb fresh or frozen blueberries
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice

  • Cream Cheese Whipped Cream
  • 8 oz vegan cream cheese
  • 1 can Nature's Charm coconut whipping cream, chilled overnight
  • ½ can Nature's Charm sweetened condensed coconut milk
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease and line a 9x13" pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix well until just combined. Transfer to the baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the blueberry drizzle ingredients. Simmer on medium low heat for 15 minutes. Mash the berries with a wooden spoon, keeping some whole berries. Set aside.
  3. When the cake is done, poke it all over with a chopstick or large fork. Pour the blueberry drizzle over the cake while it's still warm. Cover and chill for 4 hours or overnight to soak.
  4. Combine the cream cheese whipping cream ingredients in a medium bowl. Beat until creamy, about 3 minutes. Spread an even layer over the cake. Top with fresh blueberries if desired. Slice and enjoy!
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