1–3 tablespoons coconut oil, avocado oil, or other cooking oil, for coating the pan

¾ cup + 2 tablespoons almond milk (or milk of choice)

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour (or cup-for-cup gluten-free blend)

1 tablespoon baking powder

Generous pinch of salt

1 tablespoon avocado oil (or melted dairy-free butter)

2 tablespoons maple syrup, plus more for drizzling

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

½–¾ cup cherries, pitted and halved

¼–⅓ cup chocolate chips, to taste

Dairy-free butter, for spreading

Cherry Sauce (Optional):

2 cups cherries, pitted (whole or halved)

2–3 tablespoons maple syrup (or other sweetener), to taste

¼ cup water

2 teaspoons cornstarch