Preheat oven to 350F. Line baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine maple syrup, pumpkin, and vanilla.
Add cocoa powder, pumpkin spice, and salt and mix until well combined.
Add oats and chocolate chips (if using). Mix until fully combined and oats are completely coated.
Using 2-3 Tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop 12 cookies. For each cookie, scoop then firmly press dough in the scoop, and place cookies on parchment lined baking tray. Flatten cookies slightly to about ½-¾ inch thick (about 2 ½" round).
Bake 10-11 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then move to a cooling rack to cool.
Notes
*Mashed banana or sweet potato puree can be used in place of pumpkin puree