Preheat oven to 350 and prepare 2 muffin tins with cooking spray or liners.

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and sugar.

Add oil (or applesauce), eggs, and pumpkin and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips.

Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes.