Some days we all just need some cookies in our lives and in our kitchens. Cookies made with butter and old-fashioned all-purpose flour. These chewy chocolate chip cookies are perfect with a tall glass of milk.The key to chewy chocolate chip cookies? Dark brown sugar and a small addition of arrowroot powder or cornstarch.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) with a rack in the center position. Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper (or Silpat).
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugars with a hand-held mixer until creamy and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
In separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, arrowroot powder (or cornstarch), and salt. Over low speed, slowly add the flour mixture to the bowl and mix until just absorbed. Stir in the oats and mini chocolate chips.
Drop the batter in large spoonfuls (roughly 1 tablespoon in size) onto the lined sheet pan, setting them apart by several inches. Press down the cookie dough rounds lightly with your fingertips. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned on edges. Set pan on a rack and allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then use a spatula to transfer them onto a rack to cool completely.