Mariska's Joyful Heart Fudge Chip Muffins

Preheat oven to 350°. Place 8 paper liners in muffin tin; coat with cooking spray.

Combine applesauce and next 4 ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the next 6 ingredients. Add oat mixture to applesauce mixture; stir until blended. Stir in chocolate chips.

Spoon batter into muffin cups. Bake for 20–22 minutes, rotating the pan a half-turn after 10 minutes. Muffins are done when tops are firm to the touch.

Cool slightly. Top with powdered sugar, if desired.