Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°(F). Spray or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl beat together the coconut oil, brown sugar, and vanilla, beating until well combined. Add in the coconut milk and applesauce and continue mixing until well combined; set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; whisk well to combine.

Step 4

Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and, using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir until ingredients are combined. The batter should be thick. Fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 5

Scoop mounds of dough, about 3 tablespoons in size, onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving a few inches between cookies to allow for spreading. Bake about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers have set.

Step 6

Cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.