Wholesome Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies: A Guilt-Free Fall Treat

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
• 1/2 cup (100g) coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1/3 cup (80ml) unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups (135g) rolled oats
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (75g) dark chocolate chips or nuts (optional)