Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

Step 2

Prepare 9x9 pan by greasing with cooking spray

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, add oats, brown sugar, chia seeds (optional), and cocoa powder and stir.

Step 4

Next, add applesauce, egg, milk, and vanilla to the oat mixture and stir until well combined. Stir in chocolate chips (optional).

Step 5

Add mixture to pan and spread evenly

Step 6

Cover with parchment paper (or foil) and cook 15 minutes

Step 7

After 15 minutes, uncover and continue cooking an additional 15minutes until fork comes out clean

Step 8

Dust with powdered sugar if desired. You can also add a few additional chocolate chips on top to garnish. Allow to cool and serve!