Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is crucial for achieving the perfect texture in your cookies.
Step 2: Prepare Your Baking Sheet - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and allspice.
Step 4: Mix the Wet Ingredients - In another bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
Step 5: Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Step 6: Fold in Oats and Chocolate Chips - Gently fold in oats and miniature chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Step 7: Scoop the Dough - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8: Bake - Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Step 9: Cool - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.