Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Place oats in food processor and process for a minute or until they resemble the consistency of flour. Transfer oat flour to medium bowl then whisk in protein powder, shredded coconut and cocoa powder; set aside.

Whisk together applesauce, egg, honey, vanilla and almond milk until smooth and well combined. Add to dry ingredients and mix together until just combined.

Place coconut oil and 1/4 cup of the chocolate chips in glass bowl and microwave for 30 seconds, stir to blend. Microwave an additional 30 seconds until all chocolate chips and coconut oil have melted together. Gently stir into brownie batter.

Stir in cherries.

Pour mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until just cooked through and the top has set.

Remove from oven and let cool on wire rack.

Lift parchment paper by ends and lift brownies out of pan. Cut and enjoy