Homemade Low-Sugar Energy Bars

These were kind of an experiment when I was dying without sugar and really wanted a dessert.  Don't think of them as a dessert and you'll likely like them.  They are similar to a cliff bar, but definitely better tasting.

Ingredients:
-2 cups oats (regular, not instant although instant would probably suffice if you're willing to sacrifice nutrition.
-1 cup natural peanut butter
-2/3 cup no-sugar added applesauce (I used an actual apple, cored and ground up in a food processor)
-2 eggs
-1 tablespoon vanilla
-1 tablespoon cinnamon
-semi-sweet chocolate chips (use sparingly, can omit)

Directions:
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.  In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients minus the chocolate chips and the oats until well blended stir in oats and chips.  Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and pile on the mixture.  Spray a spoon with non-stick spray or coat with olive oil. Use the spoon to spread the mixture on the cookie sheet.  Re-apply non-stick spray/olive oil as necessary. The mixture should be about 1/2 - 3/4 inch thick. Don't worry about making the mixture reach the edge of the sheet. Bake the mixture for about 10 minutes or until top feels slightly crusty and not sticky.  Cool for 5 minutes then cut into bars.