Mini Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips

0 Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a mini muffin pan with nonstick baking spray. Set aside.
1 In a large glass bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, applesauce and vanilla extract until smooth.
2 In a medium-sized glass bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Whisk together.
3 Sprinkle the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
4 Add chocolate chips to the batter and stir until mixed in.
5 Dollop the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan using a cookie scoop.
6 Transfer the muffin pan to the oven.
7 Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the muffins have risen and an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
8 Let cool for 10-15 minutes, then enjoy!